In a stunning upset, the USA cricket team secured their first-ever T20I victory against Bangladesh in a thrilling match at the Houston Cricket Stadium.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, the USA team put immense pressure on the Bangladesh batting lineup, restricting them to a modest total of 153 for 6 in their 20 overs. Despite notable contributions from Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah, the Bangladeshi batters struggled to accelerate the run rate against the precise and economical bowling of stars like Harmeet Singh and Steven Taylor.
In response, the USA’s chase got off to a cautious start, but a crucial partnership between Corey Anderson and Harmeet Singh turned the tide in their favor. Harmeet Singh’s explosive batting, coupled with his composed bowling performance, earned him the Player of the Match award as the USA clinched a historic victory.
This win not only marks a significant milestone for the USA cricket team but also sets a promising tone for their upcoming matches, including their T20 World Cup campaign opener against Canada on June 2. Their highly anticipated match against Pakistan is scheduled for June 6 at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas.
