On June 9, India and Pakistan clashed in a thrilling T20 World Cup 2024 match at Nassau County Cricket Stadium in New York. Prior to this game, India had secured a win against Ireland, while Pakistan had suffered a defeat to the United States in their opening matches.

After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to field first. The game faced delays and interruptions due to rain. India started shakily, with Virat Kohli scoring only 4 runs and Rohit Sharma departing for 13, despite some impressive shots.

Rishabh Pant was the top scorer for India with 42 runs, and Akshar Patel contributed 20 runs. The team collapsed from 84/4 in 11.2 overs to being all out for 119 in 19 overs. Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf were instrumental for Pakistan, each taking three wickets on a damp pitch.

Pakistan’s innings began on a steady note with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan adding 26 runs in the first 5 overs. However, the team lost quick wickets as Babar Azam (13), Usman Khan (13), and Fakhar Zaman (13) all fell in rapid succession.

Mohammad Rizwan held one end, scoring 31 runs off 44 balls. His departure left Pakistan in a precarious position. Hardik Pandya took crucial middle-order wickets, and Indian spinners tightened the pressure on Pakistan’s lower order.

Pakistan, at 57/1 after 10 overs, needed 21 runs from the final 12 balls. Jasprit Bumrah bowled an excellent 19th over, conceding only three runs and taking a wicket. Despite Naseem Shah hitting two boundaries in the last over, Arshdeep Singh successfully defended the target, ensuring Pakistan finished at 113/7, losing by 6 runs. Bumrah was named Player of the Match for his outstanding figures of 3/14.

This loss marked Pakistan’s second consecutive defeat in the tournament, while India remained at the top of Group A with four points from two matches. The Indian cricket community celebrated as the team demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination in defending a modest total.