The T20 World Cup 2024, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, has kicked off with a series of exciting matches. Here’s a roundup of the action from Sunday, June 2, to Thursday, June 6, along with the current standings in each group.
Sunday, June 2
West Indies vs. Papua New Guinea: The West Indies started their campaign with a victory over Papua New Guinea, winning by five wickets. Papua New Guinea scored 77 runs in 19.1 overs, and the West Indies chased it down, scoring 78/7 in 18.2 overs.
Namibia vs. Oman: Namibia secured a win against Oman in Barbados. Namibia scored 155/9 in 20 overs, and Oman managed 125/9 in their 20 overs.
Monday, June 3
Sri Lanka vs. South Africa: South Africa's bowlers shone in New York, with Anrich Nortje and Ottneil Baartman leading the charge to dismantle Sri Lanka for a mere 77 runs in 19.1 overs. The Proteas chased down the target with six wickets to spare, scoring 78/4 in 16.2 overs.
Afghanistan vs. Uganda: Afghanistan triumphed over Uganda in Guyana, posting 164/5 in 20 overs and restricting Uganda to 125/9 in 20 overs.
Tuesday, June 4
England vs. Scotland: England emerged victorious against Scotland in a thrilling encounter in Barbados. England scored 164/5 in 20 overs, while Scotland managed 157/5 in 18.3 overs.
Netherlands vs. Nepal: In Dallas, the Netherlands defeated Nepal by scoring 156/8 in 20 overs, while Nepal was restricted to 130/9 in their 20 overs.
Wednesday, June 5
India vs. Ireland: India faced Ireland in New York and secured a dominant win. India posted 180/4 in 20 overs, and Ireland was all out for 110 in 18.3 overs.
Papua New Guinea vs. Uganda: In Guyana, Papua New Guinea bounced back with a victory over Uganda, scoring 110/8 in 20 overs while Uganda managed only 95/9 in 20 overs.
Australia vs. Oman: Australia displayed their strength with a convincing win over Oman in Barbados. Australia scored 164/5 in 20 overs, and Oman was restricted to 125/9 in 20 overs.
Thursday, June 6
USA vs. Pakistan: In a historic match, the USA played against Pakistan in Dallas. The match ended in a tie, with both teams scoring 159/7 in 20 overs. The USA won in the Super Over, scoring 18/1 while Pakistan managed 13/1.
Namibia vs. Scotland: Namibia faced Scotland in Barbados, with Scotland claiming victory. Namibia scored 155/9 in 20 overs, and Scotland chased it down, scoring 157/5 in 18.3 overs.
Current Standings
Group A
USA - 4 Points
India - 2 Points
Ireland - 0 Points
Canada - 0 Points
Pakistan - 0 Points
Group B
Scotland - 3 Points
Australia - 2 Points
Namibia - 2 Points
England - 1 Points
Oman - 0 Points
Group C
Afghanistan - 2 Points
West Indies - 2 Points
Uganda - 2 Points
Papua New Guinea - 0 Points
New Zealand - 0 Points
Group D
South Africa - 2 Points
Netherlands - 2 Points
Nepal - 0 Points
Bangladesh - 0 Points
Sri Lanka - 0 Points
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses, teams are vying for crucial points to advance to the next stages. Upcoming matches include South Africa vs. Netherlands and the highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan clash in New York on June 9.
Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the T20 World Cup 2024 continues to deliver thrilling cricket action.
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