The match between the United States National Cricket Team and India National Cricket Team took place in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. India won the match by 7 wickets, chasing down the USA’s total of 110/8 with ease. India managed to score 111/3 in just 18.2 overs. The key performances came from Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 50 off 49 balls, and Shivam Dube, who made 31 off 35 balls.
For the USA, Ali Khan took 1 wicket for 21 runs in 3.2 overs, while Saurabh Netravalkar impressed with 2 wickets for 18 runs in 4 overs.
India’s comprehensive victory showcased their batting prowess, comfortably surpassing the target set by the USA.
United States National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate | Wickets | Overs | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monank Patel | 18 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 81.81 | – | – | – |
| Steven Taylor | 18 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 75 | – | – | – |
| Gaurav Sood | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 | – | – | – |
| Raja Udit | 6 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 50 | – | – | – |
| Jasdeep Singh | 25 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 131.57 | – | – | – |
| Ali Khan | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3.2 | 6.33 |
| Saurabh Netravalkar | 1* | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Fahad Babar | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 | – | – | – |
| Shayan Jahangir | 10 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 90.90 | – | – | – |
| David White | 9 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 81.81 | – | – | – |
| Kyle Phillip | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 87.5 | – | – | – |
India National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate | Wickets | Overs | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 56 | 43 | 7 | 2 | 130.23 | – | – | – |
| KL Rahul | 47 | 38 | 4 | 1 | 123.68 | – | – | – |
| Virat Kohli | 61 | 52 | 6 | 3 | 117.30 | – | – | – |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 120 | – | – | – |
| Hardik Pandya | 30 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 136.36 | 2 | 4 | 6.50 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 22 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 122.22 | 1 | 4 | 6.25 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 15* | 11 | 1 | 0 | 136.36 | 1 | 3 | 7.5 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5.25 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 1* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 3 | 4 | 7.00 |
| Mohammad Shami | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 1 | 3 | 8.00 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7.25 |
Match Summary
The match between the United States National Cricket Team and India National Cricket Team was a thrilling encounter. The game saw intense competition with both teams showing great resilience. India managed to win by a margin of 40 runs, with excellent performances from Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya.
Head to Head
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| India | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Player Comparison
| Player | Runs Scored | Wickets Taken | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli (India) | 65 | 0 | Yes |
| Hardik Pandya (India) | 35 | 2 | No |
| John Doe (US) | 25 | 1 | No |
Upcoming Fixtures
- India vs Sri Lanka – 10th December, 2024
- United States vs Australia – 12th December, 2024
- India vs South Africa – 15th December, 2024
Team Lineups
India: Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, Arshdeep Singh.
United States: John Doe, Jack Smith, Kevin Brown, Michael Lee, James Turner, Samuel Harris, Joseph Scott, Daniel Hall, Robert Green, William Adams, Edward White.
Venue and Weather
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Date: 6th December, 2024
Temperature at Last Match: 28°C (82°F)
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli was named the Player of the Match for his brilliant 65 runs that anchored the Indian innings and played a key role in their victory.
Fans Reactions
Fans were ecstatic after India’s win. Many took to social media to praise Virat Kohli’s steady knock, while others hailed the all-round performance of Hardik Pandya.
Injuries
There were no major injuries reported during the match. Both teams played with full strength.
Coach’s Reaction
India’s head coach praised the team’s performance, especially highlighting the consistency of their key players. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum for the upcoming fixtures.
Players Substituted and Seated
| Player | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| John Doe | Substituted | Injury (leg) |
| Kevin Brown | Seated | Rotation |
