The curtains on arguably the most exhilarating of all T20 World Cups were drawn with India’s magnificent triumph over South Africa in a pulsating final which aptly summed up the entire tournament that twisted this way and that till the very end. While India strengthened their position as one of the true behemoths of the modern game with their embarrassment of riches in terms of talent, and an unerring determination to win, the others too, with their extremely high standard of cricket, contributed handsomely in making it an unforgettable tournament.

Here are some significant moments from the past few weeks to reminisce about:

1) USA shock Pakistan

First-timers USA, co-hosting the showpiece with the West Indies, caused a flutter when they stunned former champions Pakistan in a Super Over in Dallas in the very first week of the tournament.

A boundary off the final ball of USA’s run-chase had sent the match to a Super Over, and it was the co-hosts of the tournament who came out on top at the Grand Prairie Stadium, pulling off one of the all-time great upsets.

2) India prevail over arch-rivals Pakistan on tricky pitch

On a tricky New York pitch that offered plenty of assistance to fast bowlers, India were asked to bat first by Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and were bowled out for 119 in 19 overs after a collapse.

In reply, Pakistan were cruising at one stage but as they are wont to, Babar’s team pressed the panic button in the face of some incredible death bowling from Jasprit Bumrah, losing the match by six runs to stand on the brink of a group-stage elimination following back-to-back reverses.

India captain Rohit Sharma deserves some credit for the win as he kept a couple of Bumrah overs for the back end, which proved to be decisive.

3) India-US group game

The tacky pitch at New York’s Nassau County International Cricket Stadium continued to be the subject of debate as India locked horns with USA, who were bowled out for 110 after Arshdeep Singh (4/9) registered his best bowling figures in T20I cricket.

In the chase, India wobbled a bit, losing big guns Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant with just 39 runs on the board.

But they overcame the anxious moments and completed the chase thanks to Suryakumar Yadav’s calculated half-century.

4) Afghanistan enter semifinals for the first time

Afghanistan qualified for the semi-finals of a World Cup for the first time by beating Bangladesh by eight runs in a tense low-scoring showdown in St Vincent. But the highlight of their inspiring campaign was the stunning win over heavyweights Australia in their penultimate Super Eights game.

If not for Rashid Khan’s, Australia could well have proved to be a thorn in the flesh for others.

5) Rohit goes ballistic against Australia

Leading from the front, India captain Rohit Sharma produced one of the most brutal assault on the Australian bowlers during a 41-ball 92, which left the rivals deflated as the Men in Blue stormed into the semifinals with a convincing victory.

That hammering left Mitchell Marsh’s men dependent on the result of the Afghanistan-Bangladesh match to progress, which did not go their way.

6) Afghanistan’s 56 all out against South Africa

Up against South Africa’s high-quality pace bowling in the semifinal, Afghanistan were skittled for 56 as the giant-slayers’ run in the tournament ended on a rather forgettable note.

7) Kuldeep-Axar duo bamboozle England

After Rohit Sharma once again led by example and Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya’s vital runs with the bat, the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel bamboozled the English batters with their extraordinary bowling, paving the way for India’s crushing win over the defending champions and their entry into the the third ICC tournament final in last 12 months.

7) Kohli finally among runs

Coming into the final after a poor run of scores and questions being asked about his place in the XI, Virat Kohli regained his touch when it mattered the most — the big final against a quality attack — and lifted his team from a precarious position, standing tall amid the rubble.

His 59-ball 76 laid the foundation for a total that proved to be just enough for the Indian bowlers to defend and snatch the trophy from within South Africa’s grasp at Kensington Oval.

8) Surya’s blinder of a catch

Kohli might have struck form in the big game but had it not been for Suryakumar’s catch for the ages, India wouldn’t have become champions of the world for the second time in the shortest format.

Needing 16 runs from the final over, the dangerous David Miller hit a wide full toss from Hardik Pandya but Suryakumar steadied himself on the ropes, caught the ball, released it just as he went over the boundary ropes and then came back in to complete an astonishing catch that will be talked about like Kapil Dev’s from the 1983 campaign or Jonty Rhodes’ blinder in 1996.

9) Kohli and Rohit’s T20I retirement

Barely an hour after the epic triumph, captain Rohit Sharma joined his longtime teammate Virat Kohli in announcing his retirement from international T20 matches, the most fitting end to two glorious careers that ran parallel to each other for the last 15 years.

It is not for nothing that reams of pages, waxing lyrical, were dedicated to the two all-time greats of the game amid the euphoria over India’s title triumph.

USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 Live Streaming: England will be squaring off against USA in their last Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday in Barbados. This match is a must-win one for both the teams, especially England as they have a stronger chance of making it to the semi-finals. The Jos Buttler-led side will be coming to this clash after facing a shocking seven-run defeat against South Africa in a thrilling encounter. On the other hand, USA got thrashed by West Indies by 9 wickets. England have registered one victory in the Super 8s while USA lost have lost both their opening games. 

When will the USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match be played?

The USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match will be played on Sunday, June 23 (IST).

Where will the USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match be played?

The USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match will be played at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados 

What time will the USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match start?

The USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match will start at 8:00 PM IST. The toss will take place at 7:30 AM IST.

Which TV channels will telecast the USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match?

The USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match will be telecast in India on the Star Sports Network.

Where to follow the live streaming of the USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match?

The USA vs England, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match will be streamed live on Disney plus Hotstar app and website.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

USA vs ENG T20 World Cup 2024 LIVE Updates: Must-win game for England.© X (Twitter)

The USA will take on England in the Super Eights Match 9 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024. The game is set to take place at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados on Sunday. The USA comes into this match after losing their Super 8 opener against West Indies by nine wickets. Andries Gous was the standout performer for the USA, amassing 44 fantasy points. On the other hand, former champions, England also faced a setback in their last game, losing to South Africa by seven runs. Harry Brook was the top fantasy performer for England, scoring 90 points.

Head-to-Head

Surprisingly, the USA have never faced England in the T20I format. This is the first time both these teams will play each other and this fixture will be a must-win game for them.

Key Players to Watch

Phil Salt (ENG)

England’s top-order batter, Phil Salt, has carried his IPL 2024 form to the T20 World Cup 2024, smashing 158 runs at an average of 39.5 in the recent five matches.

Steven Ryan Taylor (USA)

USA’s top-order batter, Steven Taylor, has been a vital cog in their batting unit. Taylor has scored 62 runs in the recent five matches for the USA.

Jos Buttler (ENG)

England skipper, Jos Buttler, has been on a flamboyant form with the bat in this tournament. Buttler has smashed 108 runs in the recent five matches at an average of 27.

Harmeet Singh (USA)

Bowling all-rounder, Harmeet Singh, has provided balance to USA’s starting XI. Harmeet has picked up four wickets in the recent five matches and has also scored 48 runs with the bat.

Sam Curran (ENG)

Star all-rounder, Sam Curran, was the player of the tournament in the T20 World Cup 2022. He has scored 10 runs in the recent three matches in the tournament. Bowling left-arm medium fast, Curran can also provide some valuable fantasy points.

Jasdeep Singh (USA)

Right-arm medium pacer, Jasdeep Singh, has been a prominent part of the USA’s pace battery. In the recent four matches in the tournament, Jasdeep has scalped one wicket.

Opener Shai Hope blasted an unbeaten 82 as West Indies came back roaring to crush the United States of America by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup Group 2 Super Eight match in Barbados. After bowling out the USA for a mere 128 in 19.5 overs, the West Indies batters went all guns blazing from the word go to knock off the target in 10.5 overs to make 130/1, recording a comfortable win. The win improved West Indies’ standing in the Group 2 points table. 

The Caribbean side, which had suffered an eight-wicket hammering from England on Wednesday, is now placed second with two points and a Net Run Rate of 1.814.

Johnson Charles fell for a 14-ball 15 with a couple of fours early on but the pair of Hope (82 not out) and Nicholas Pooran did the job for their side, smacking the USA bowlers all around the park here at the Kensington Oval.

Hope made a mincemeat of the USA bowling as the right-handed wicketkeeper-batter clattered eight sixes and four fours to make 82 not out from just 39 balls, with Pooran reaching 27 not out from 13 balls with three sixes and a four.

Hope remained at the forefront of WI’s chase as he forged a 67-run stand for the opening partnership with Charles and then added another 63 runs unbeaten for the second wicket with Pooran, which came off only 23 balls as the Caribbean side ruled the roost.

Earlier after the West Indies put USA in to bat first, Andre Russell (3.5-0-31-3) and Roston Chase (4-0-19-3) made life tough for the opposition batters.

After an early blow in the form of Steven Taylor (2) who was caught at point by chase of Russell, the pair of Andreis Gous and Nitish Kumar (20) forged a strong partnership to revive USA and take them ahead but they both fell after making their respective starts.

Nitish was trapped leg-before by West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie for 20 off 19 balls with two fours and Gous, who hit three fours and a six in his rapid 29 off 16 balls, was caught at deep midwicket by Hope off Alzarri Joseph in the eighth over and that was when USA’s decline began.

None of the following USA batters could trouble the West Indies as the tournament co-hosts kept chipping away with regular wickets, denying their opponents any momentum with the bat.

USA skipper Aaron Jones (11) was cleaned up by Chase who looked unplayable. Chase grabbed another wicket when he had the veteran Corey Anderson trapped leg-before for seven.

Harmeet Singh, who had provided fireworks with the bat for the USA against South Africa in the last match, fell for a first-ball duck when Chase had him caught by Charles to ensure West Indies remained on top of the proceedings. 

Jasprit Bumrah was the only Indian who made the cut in a 2024 T20 World Cup ‘Team of the Tournament’ made by England greats Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain. The team, which has been made on the premise of the group stage of the T20 World Cup, saw the likes of Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant and Arshdeep Singh be left out, despite stellar performances. The English duo – who are now reputed commentators – analysed and explained their choices on Sky Sports Cricket.

Virat Kohli – the all-time highest run-getter in T20 World Cup history – will be hoping to make the Team of the Tournament at a later stage, having scored just five runs so far.

“We had Bumrah, obviously. He had to be in,” quipped Nasser Hussain. Bumrah has picked up five wickets in India’s first three games, including two Player of the Match awards, against Ireland and arch-rivals Pakistan.

Atherton and Hussain showed a lot of love for some of the unsung heroes of the tournament. Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Scotland’s Brandon McMullen and USA’s Aaron Jones all made their XI.

After winning IPL 2024, Gurbaz has been exceptional, scoring 167 runs in four innings at a striker rate of more than 150. McMullen has scored at an even faster rate, boasting a strike rate of 170.

Australia’s Marcus Stoinis was the only all-rounder picked by Atherton and Hussain. Stoinis is the third top run-scorer of the 2024 T20 World Cup so far, at a phenomenal strike rate of 190. Incredibly, he has also picked six wickets in four games, with an economy of just 5.77.

The Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup gets underway on Wednesday, June 19, as hosts USA face South Africa in Group II.

Atherton and Hussain’s ‘Team of the Tournament So Far’:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Travis Head, Brandon McMullen, Aaron Jones, Marcus Stoinis, David Miller, Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Adam Zampa, Jasprit Bumrah, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

In a major takeaway of the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the USA Cricket team made history by advancing to the Super 8 stage, which has rallied Americans to get behind their national team. The Major League Cricket, a US-based T20 league, congratulated the national team for making it to the Super 8 stage. Major League Cricket players who are part of Team USA are Ali Khan, Nitish Kumar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk (Los Angeles Knight Riders), Steven Taylor, Nosthush Kenjige, Monank Patel and Shayan Jahangir (MI New York), Corey Anderson (San Francisco Unicorns), Harmeet Singh, (Seattle Orcas), Milind Kumar (Texas Super Kings) Andries Gous, Saurabh Netravalkar and Yasir Mohammad (Washington Freedom).

Team USA started their campaign by convincingly defeating Canada in the opening game. They emerged victorious against Pakistan in a thrilling super-over, which put the team in a position to finish second in Group A of the marquee event. Ultimately, they were helped as their game against Ireland was abandoned due to rain.

With the USA set to face South Africa, West Indies, and England in Group 2 of the Super 8 round, Cognizant Major League Cricket’s Chief Executive Vijay Srinivasan, said the advancement of the team to the next stage of the home World Cup is an incredible achievement.

“Congratulations to Team USA, who, in their first-ever World Cup appearance, gave us three thrilling matches of cricket against the world’s best teams and earned their position in the Super 8. This is a historic moment for the sport, especially for our players from Major League Cricket who are representing the USA. We hope that this inspires boys and girls around the country to pick up a bat and ball this summer, and encourages sports fans to attend an MLC game or tune into the broadcast,” Srinivasan said as quoted by the MLC release.

“The USA’s advancement to the Super 8 means they’ll automatically qualify for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, providing Major League Cricket with a strong platform for continued growth,” he added.

MLC’s six teams; Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington Freedom, boast some of the world’s best international and domestic talent who are readying to represent their respective countries in the World Cup.

“MLC has already revolutionized the cricket landscape in the USA. The inaugural 2023 season was a huge success, with sold-out matches garnering millions of viewers worldwide. This set the momentum for the upcoming T20 World Cup and the MLC’s second season, which kicks off July 5,” the release added.

Super Eight – Match 1 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024, has the USA taking on South Africa at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, on June 19 at 08:00 PM IST.

USA vs SA (USA vs South Africa), Super Eight – Match 1 – Match Information

Match: USA vs South Africa, Super Eight – Match 1

Date: June 19, 2024

Time: 08:00 PM IST

Venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua

USA vs SA, Super Eight – Match 1, Preview

In the last match played by the USA, they lost to India by seven wickets. The top fantasy player for the USA was Saurabh Netravalkar who scored 60 fantasy points.

In South Africa’s last match, they beat Nepal by one run. The top fantasy player for the Proteas was Tabraiz Shamsi who scored 142 fantasy points.

USA vs SA, Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The average first-innings score at this venue in the last 20 matches is 69 runs. The pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, is a sporting one with decent assistance for both batters and bowlers on offer.

Pace or Spin?

The venue is suited for both pacers and spinners alike.

Weather Report

The temperature is expected to be around 29 degrees Celsius and humidity is expected to be around 72%. Winds at a speed of 8.02 m/s are expected. Cloud cover is expected, so expect some movement to aid the pace bowlers. Light rain is forecasted which may affect playing conditions.

USA vs SA, Fantasy Top Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

Steven Taylor (USA)

Steven Taylor is a good-to-have player for your Dream11 Fantasy Team. He has an average of 65 fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.2. The left-handed batter has scored 67 runs in his previous five matches.

Marco Jansen (SA)

Marco Jansen is an all-rounder with an average of 54 fantasy points in the last eight games, a fantasy rating of 9.3 and is a good-to-have player for your Fantasy Team. The left-arm pacer has taken three wickets in as many matches for South Africa and will be a key inclusion in your Fantasy Team.

Ottneil Baartman (SA)

Ottneil Baartman is a fast bowler with an average of 42 fantasy points in the last five games, a fantasy rating of 8.4 and can be a good pick for your Dream11 Team. The right-arm pacer has taken eight wickets at an average of 11.6 in the last five matches.

Reeza Hendricks (SA)

Reeza Hendricks is a top-order batter with an average of 42 fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7.5 and can be a high-risk, high-returns pick for your Dream11 Team. He is a top-order, right-handed batter. Hendricks has smashed 57 runs in his previous five T20 matches.

Tristan Stubbs (SA)

Tristan Stubbs is a middle-order batter with an average of 40 fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7.7 and is a good-to-have player for your Fantasy Team. Stubbs has scored 130 runs in his previous five matches at an average of 43.3.

Aaron Jones (USA)

Aaron Jones is a top-order batter with an average of 36 fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7.8 and is a high-risk, high-returns player for your Fantasy Team. The top-order batter has scored 143 runs in the last five matches.

Tabraiz Shamsi (SA)

Tabraiz Shamsi is a differential player for your Fantasy Team. He has an average of 36 fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 7.2. The left-arm chinaman bowler has taken six wickets in the recent five matches.

Jasdeep Singh (USA)

Jessy Singh is a medium-fast bowler with an average of 30 fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7.3 and is a safe bet for your Dream11 Fantasy Team. Jasdeep has taken one wicket in the last five games at an average of 85.

USA vs SA, Squads

United States (USA): Monank Patel (captain), Aaron Jones (vc), Andries Gous, Corey Anderson, Ali Khan, Harmeet Singh, Jessy Singh, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Nitish Kumar, Noshtush Kenjige, Saurabh Nethralvakar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangir, Gajanand Singh (travelling reserve), Juanoy Drysdale (travelling reserve) and Yasir Mohammad (travelling reserve).

South Africa (SA): Aiden Markram (captain), Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper), Ottniel Baartman, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen (wicketkeeper), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Bjorn Fortuin, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Nandre Burger (travelling reserve) and Lungi Ngidi (travelling reserve).

USA vs SA, Possible Playing XI

South Africa (SA) Possible Playing XI: Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Aiden Markram (captain), Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ottneil Baartman and Tabraiz Shamsi.

USA (USA) Possible Playing XI: Steven Taylor, Monank Patel (captain), Andries Gous, Aaron Jones, Nitish Kumar, Corey Anderson, Harmeet Singh, Jessy Singh, Shayan Jahangir, Saurabh Netravalkar and Ali Khan.

USA vs SA, Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper: Quinton de Kock and Monank Patel

Batters: Steven Taylor, Aaron Jones and Reeza Hendricks

All-Rounders: Marco Jansen and Aiden Markram

Bowlers: Harmeet Singh, Ottneil Baartman, Jessy Singh and Kagiso Rabada

Captain: Tristan Stubbs

Vice-Captain: Aaron Jones

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024, kicks off the Super Eight stage with an exciting clash between the USA and South Africa. The match is set to take place at the iconic Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, on June 19. In their most recent match, the USA suffered a defeat against India, losing by seven wickets. Despite the loss, Saurabh Netravalkar stood out as the top fantasy player for the USA, earning 60 fantasy points with his performance.

South Africa, on the other hand, secured a narrow victory over Nepal, winning by just one run. Tabraiz Shamsi was the star performer for the Proteas, scoring a remarkable 142 fantasy points, highlighting his crucial role in the team’s success.

Players to Watch Out For

Steven Taylor (USA)

Steven Taylor, a top-order left-handed batter for the USA, has shown flashes of brilliance in his recent outings. Taylor has scored 67 runs in his previous five matches. While his form has been inconsistent, his potential to play a match-winning innings cannot be overlooked.

Marco Jansen (SA)

Marco Jansen, the left-arm medium-fast bowler for South Africa, has been a steady performer. Over the last three matches, Jansen has taken three wickets at an average of 26.5. His ability to swing the ball and extract bounce from the pitch makes him a key player in South Africa’s bowling attack.

Ottneil Baartman (SA)

Ottneil Baartman has been impressive with his right-arm medium-fast bowling. In the last five matches, he has claimed eight wickets at an average of 11.6. Baartman’s knack for breaking partnerships and maintaining pressure on the opposition will be crucial for South Africa.

Reeza Hendricks (SA)

Reeza Hendricks, a top-order right-handed batter for South Africa, has had a challenging run of form. In his recent five matches, Hendricks has managed 57 runs, averaging 11.2 runs per match. Despite his struggles, Hendricks’ experience and ability to anchor the innings could prove vital.

Aaron Jones (USA)

Aaron Jones, a top-order right-handed batter for the USA, has been in decent form, scoring 143 runs in his last five matches. His ability to build innings and contribute consistently will be key for the USA’s batting lineup.

Jasdeep Singh (USA)

Jasdeep Singh, a right-arm medium bowler, has had a tough time with the ball recently. In the last five games, he has taken only one wicket at an average of 85. Jessy will be eager to improve his performance and provide crucial breakthroughs for his team.

USA’s Vice Captain Aaron Jones plays a shot during the ICC men’s Twenty20 World Cup 2024 group A cricket match between the USA and Pakistan at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Grand Prairie, Texas, on June 6, 2024
| Photo Credit: AFP

The USA’s colossal achievement has shown that cricket does not belong just to the traditional powerhouses. To make it to the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is proof that the USA can mix it up with the best in the business.

Aaron Jones, the stand-in skipper for an injured Monank Patel, is hopeful that this performance will encourage the powers that be to schedule matches against full-member nations.

“We would love to play more cricket against the full member nations. That is where we’re going to test ourselves against the best in the world. We will truly love that,” Jones said after the USA-Ireland game was washed out here.

Qualifying for the next phase is a boost for the sport in the country, Jones added.

“It’s a big thing for us. Over the last couple of years, we’ve been speaking about playing in the World Cup. And here we are doing it right now. It’s big not just for us, but for the fans and the younger generation in America. We really appreciate their support,” Jones said.

USA will soon travel to the West Indies for the next stage of the tournament. This is uncharted territory — a mighty test against the cream of the crop — but the side is ready.

“I don’t think it’s going to change much. We’re going to go through our processes like normal. We played in the regional Super 50 competition in the Caribbean a few years ago. So the majority of the boys know how to play there. We will stick together as a team and keep doing what we’re doing,” Jones said.