T20 World Cup 2024 USA vs IND: Match Highlights, Key Moments And Videos

India defeated USA by seven wickets on Wednesday (X.com)

India clinched a commanding seven-wicket victory against the USA in Match 25 of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Wednesday.

Opting to field first after winning the toss, Rohit Sharma's decision was vindicated as the Indian bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh with a career-best 4/9, restricted the USA to just 110/8. Hardik Pandya also contributed with a pair of wickets.

Despite losing seasoned batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma early in the chase, Suryakumar Yadav's well-composed unbeaten fifty and Shivam Dube's solid 31 not out ensured India overcame the modest target comfortably, with 10 balls remaining.

This win not only gave India a comprehensive victory but also secured their spot in the Super Eight stage of the tournament.

Here’s the timeline of how USA vs IND panned out in New York-

USA vs IND Highlights: Arshdeep Sets The Tone With Early Strikes

India, choosing to field first, saw Arshdeep Singh deliver an electrifying start, trapping Shayan Jahangir for a duck on the very first delivery. His fiery opening over continued as Andries Gous also departed cheaply for just two.

This stellar beginning set the stage as the Indian bowlers kept a tight leash on the USA, leaving them struggling at 18/2 after the powerplay.

With the crease occupied by skipper Aaron Jones and Steven Taylor, USA faced an uphill battle to rebuild their innings.

USA vs IND Highlights: Momentum Shifts Despite Taylor And Nitish's Efforts

Aaron Jones struggled to find his rhythm and succumbed to the pressure, dismissed for a sluggish 22-ball 11 in the eighth over.

Steven Taylor then took charge, gradually finding his groove before an unfortunate chop onto his stumps off Axar Patel ended his promising knock at 24.

Nitish Kumar and Corey Anderson then came together, injecting some much-needed vigour into the innings with aggressive hitting. Kumar scored a spirited 27 off 23 balls before falling to a spectacular catch by Mohammed Siraj off Arshdeep's bowling.

Anderson tried to accelerate but fell for 15 to Hardik Pandya in the 17th over. Despite their efforts, the USA failed to capitalize in the closing stages and concluded their innings at a modest 110/8.

USA vs IND Highlights: Netravalkar's Opening Salvo Rocks India As Kohli, Rohit Depart Cheaply

Saurabh Netravalkar dealt early blows to the Indian lineup, dismissing heavyweights Virat Kohli for a golden duck and Rohit Sharma for just 3 runs within the first two overs.

This left India reeling at 10/2, putting them on the back foot right from the outset.

USA vs IND Highlights: Pant And Surya Stitch A Timely Partnership

Despite the shaky start, Rishabh Pant managed to anchor the innings with a cautious 18 off 20 balls, forming a critical 29-run partnership with Suryakumar Yadav.

However, Pant's resistance was cut short by Ali Khan, who clean-bowled him, leaving India in a dismal position once again.

USA vs IND Highlights: Steady Surya And Determined Dube Seal The Deal

Pant's departure brought Shivam Dube to the crease, whose initial struggles to connect bat with ball saw a cautious approach until he settled in.

Suryakumar Yadav played a crucial innings for India. He scored a match-winning unbeaten 50 off 49 balls, including two fours and two sixes, showcasing resilience and timely aggression.

Alongside him, Shivam Dube adjusted his strategy, opting to stick it out rather than take risks. His patient innings of an unbeaten 31 off 35 balls complemented Yadav’s efforts.

Together, the duo steered India past the early troubles to secure a vital win, clinching their spot in the Super Eight with a determined performance.

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