India vs Pakistan: 6-Run Win in T20 World Cup 2024

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.

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