In the latest high-stakes encounter of cricket’s most intense rivalry, India narrowly triumphed over Pakistan by a 6-run margin in a gripping T20 World Cup match. Although the game was not of the highest quality, it was packed with excitement and dramatic twists. Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance was crucial in securing India's victory over a faltering Pakistan on Sunday.
India vs Pakistan: 6-Run Win in T20 World Cup 2024
Cricket • 10 Jun, 2024 • 2,32,247 Views • ⭐ 1.4
Written by Shivani Chourasia
A Gritty Battle on a Tricky Pitch
India, led by Rohit Sharma, faced a challenging pitch and overcast conditions, leading to a mid-innings collapse and an underwhelming total of 119 runs in 19 overs. Rishabh Pant stood out with a resilient 42 off 31 balls, despite the tough batting conditions.
Pakistan appeared poised for victory, needing just 48 runs from 48 balls with eight wickets in hand. However, a remarkable turnaround led by Bumrah (3/14) and Hardik Pandya (2/24) saw Pakistan’s batting lineup collapse, ending at 113 for seven in 20 overs. Arshdeep Singh maintained his composure in the final over to seal a memorable win for India.
Key Moments and Performances
Bumrah and Pandya's crucial spells were instrumental in dismantling Pakistan’s batting. Bumrah’s dismissal of a well-set Mohammad Rizwan in the 15th over and Iftikhar Ahmed in the 19th over were key turning points. Despite some fielding errors, including dropped catches of Rizwan and Babar Azam, India managed to pull through.
This victory marked India’s second win in the tournament, following their earlier success. In contrast, Pakistan faced their second consecutive defeat, having lost to the USA in their opening match.
India’s Batting Struggles
Rishabh Pant, promoted to number three, showed resilience in his knock, but the rest of India's star-studded batting lineup struggled to adapt to the challenging conditions. Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Naseem Shah (3/21) and Mohammed Amir (2/23), dismantled the Indian batting order, which lost seven wickets for just 28 runs after being 89 for three in the 12th over.
Rain Delays and Early Wickets
Intermittent rain caused delays, affecting the game’s start and flow. Under cloudy skies, Babar Azam opted to bowl first. Shaheen Afridi’s opening over saw Rohit Sharma hit a sublime six before rain interrupted play again. Virat Kohli’s brief innings included a glorious cover drive off Naseem Shah, but he soon fell, leaving India under pressure.