The United States of America (USA) will face off against England in Match 49 of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Monday, June 24. As the tournament progresses into its decisive stages, this match promises to be a crucial encounter for both teams.
Match Preview
USA entered the Super Eights stage of the T20 World Cup with a strong performance in the group stages, but they have faced setbacks with consecutive losses against South Africa and West Indies. This match is crucial for the hosts as a loss would eliminate them from the tournament.
England, on the other hand, managed to secure their place in the Super Eights after their game against Ireland was washed out. They started the Super Eights with a victory against West Indies but lost to South Africa in their next game. A win in this match is essential for England to keep their semi-final hopes alive.
Key Highlights
Must-Win Match for USA
- USA needs a victory to stay in the tournament.
- Two consecutive losses have put them in a precarious position.
England’s Semi-Final Hopes
- England must win to keep their semi-final ambitions alive.
- Their performance has been a mix of highs and lows.
Pitch Report
- Kensington Oval favors batters early in the innings.
- The pitch will aid slower bowlers as the game progresses.
Location
First-Ever T20I Encounter
- This match marks the first T20I meeting between USA and England.
Match Details
| Match | USA vs England, Match 49 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Kensington Oval, Barbados |
| Date & Time | June 24, 8:00 PM IST |
Playing XI
United States of America
- AGS Gous (wk), Aaron Jones (C), Milind Kumar, Nitish Kumar, SR Taylor, Corey Anderson, SC van Schalkwyk, Harmeet Singh, NP Kenjige, SN Netravalkar, Ali Khan
BENCH: MD Patel, Shayan Jahangir, NK Patel, Jasdeep Singh, G Singh, Yasir Saeed Mohammad, Juanoy Drysdale
England
- Jos Buttler (C), PD Salt, JM Bairstow, HC Brook, MM Ali, LS Livingstone, SM Curran, AU Rashid, RJW Topley, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood
BENCH: BM Duckett, WG Jacks, CJ Jordan, T Hartley
Head-to-Head Record
- USA vs England: First T20I meeting.
Where to Watch
- Television (India): Star Sports Network
- Online (India): Disney+ Hotstar (app and website)
- Match Time (India): June 24, 8:00 PM IST
Key Points to Watch
- USA’s Response Under Pressure: Can USA bounce back from consecutive losses?
- England’s Consistency: Will England find consistency to push for the semi-finals?
- Pitch Conditions: How will the Kensington Oval pitch influence the match dynamics?
This encounter between USA and England is poised to be an exciting contest, with both teams eager to secure a win and advance their position in the tournament. Cricket fans can expect a thrilling game as these two teams clash for the first time in a T20I match.