India’s Best Finish At The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup So Far
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 has begun in the UAE and the Indian Women’s Cricket Team is determined to have their hands on the title. Building on their best finish in 2020, where the women in blue reached the final, India’s women are poised to make a stronger push for the title this time. India’s T20 WC 2020 Campaign India’s 2020 campaign saw them dominate the group stages with wins against Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, topping Group A. Their semi-final against England was washed out and India advanced to the final based on a superior group-stage record. Unfortunately, India suffered a heavy 85-run defeat at the hands of Australia at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. New Stars Were Born Key contributors to India’s 2020 campaign were Poonam Yadav, who took 10 wickets and teenage sensation, Shafali Verma, who scored 171 runs at just 16 years of age. Both players will play crucial roles again at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Poonam was named in the ICC T20 World Cup Team Of The TournamentI, and Shafali’s explosive batting earned her the recognition she deserved. Skipper Stands Tall Harmanpreet Kaur, India’s skipper in 2020, returns to lead a squad featuring nine players from the previous tournament, bringing experience and hunger to their 2024 campaign. The blend of seasoned stars and young talent makes India a formidable force. Strong Competition In 2024 With fierce competition from powerhouses like Australia, England and South Africa, India will need to channel their 2020 heartbreak to fuel their ambition. Fans’ expectations are sky-high and India will be under pressure to finally deliver the long-awaited ICC title. Will 2024 be the year India’s women make history? Stay tuned and support the team as they aim for glory! The Sportz Planet Desk,Nitya Sutrave
Women’s T20 WC 2024: Players Who Have Featured In All Editions
The ninth edition of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will start today, 3rd October 2024 in the United Arab Emirates and cricket enthusiasts will get to see seven big names in women’s cricket who have been a part of every single edition of the tournament since the first one in 2009. Here’s an up-close-and-personal view of the cricketers who have been regular attendees to this carnival. 1. Ellyse Perry (Australia) Ellyse Perry is arguably the greatest player to ever play the game in women’s cricket. She has appeared most frequently in the history of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with 42 matches and counting in 2024. Perry is the third-highest wicket-taker in tournament history with 40 scalps. Her wickets have been a contribution to Australia’s hegemony, which they have won six times in eight editions so far. 2. Suzie Bates (New Zealand) Suzie Bates was one of the most dominant players after New Zealand’s T20 World Cup debut back in 2009. She was the highest run-scorer in the tournament, surpassing 1000 runs with ease. This is an individual achievement that no other batter has managed so far; thus, Bates has epitomized consistency for the White Ferns, who are expected to be led by veteran batter Sophie Devine in tandem in 2024 to go all the way and win their first-ever title. 3. Harmanpreet Kaur (India) Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur for years has been the face of Indian Women’s cricket and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will see her head again at the helm of affairs. For 35 World Cup matches, Harmanpreet remains the only Indian player to score a hundred for the side. Experience and leadership now with India continuing its quest for its maiden ICC Women’s T20 World Cup title will be crucial assets in the UAE for Harmanpreet. 4. Sophie Devine (New Zealand) Sophie Devine will be alongside her long-time teammate Bates, since 2009 in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Devine who has played 32 matches for New Zealand has led the country in 2024 as well where she will hand over the charge to some other player post World Cup to concentrate solely on the job of a pure player. Sophie Devine’s all-round skill will be integral as New Zealand will look to end the title drought. 5. Stafanie Taylor (West Indies) Stafanie Taylor topped off her sparkling career with glory when she led the West Indies to their first and only ICC Women’s T20 World Cup triumph back in 2016 as she steered her team to triumph over the overwhelming Australians in the final. Here today, she is a player and not a skipper although with her rich experience of 31 matches, she still remains an invaluable asset to the West Indies in 2024 and would definitely guide the younger players under the present skipper Hayley Matthews well. 6. Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka) Chamari Athapaththu has been a source of inspiration for Sri Lanka over the years.. Recently, she led Sri Lanka to their first Women’s Asia Cup title after overcoming the mighty Indian Women’s Cricket Team in the final. Athapaththu will look to replicate the same success as she heads to her ninth ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, hoping Sri Lanka goes deep into the tournament. 7. Marizanne Kapp (South Africa) All-rounder Marizanne Kapp has been the jewel of South African cricket’s journey forward for many years. Kapp played a vital role in guiding the Proteas to their maiden final in ICC Women’s World Cup 2023. She is a known specialist who gets the ball to swing. The 34-year-old will be contributing both with bat in hand for South Africa as they hope to have their maiden title in the UAE. These cricketing stalwarts have left their mark in the history of the Women’s T20 World Cup, first through consistency and then excellence over the last decade. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Casting Light on Science Of Health in Athletes and the Female Athlete Triad
With just a day to go for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the focus should not only be on the extraordinary performances that these athletes will display but also the silent battles they may be facing, especially in health-related issues. What is the Female Athlete Triad? The major problem is the Female Athlete Triad, an interrelationship between inadequate calorie intake, menstrual dysfunction and decreased bone density. The Triad is extremely common among elite athletes who push their bodies to the limits of what is safe, without ever knowing it. Women cricketers preparing for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 are no exception. Balancing Performance with Health Some benefits of habitual exercise on women are quite apparent-these are the strengthening of bone density, decrease in anxiety and building of muscles. However, when the caloric intake is deficient coupled with regular exercise, the menstrual cycle alterations like amenorrhea or missed periods lead to low estrogen production. This hormonal imbalance affects both muscle function and the levels of cholesterol, even fertility. Energy Availability A third factor is calorie intake or more precisely energy availability, in which female athletes by necessity consume fewer calories than they burn. There has been pre-T20 World Cup training and this may unwittingly result in lower calorie intakes among players. Such circumstances can result in low stress fractures by bone density because of the presence of reduced bone density—another feature of the Triad. This may impede further bone development in the growing adolescent athlete, such as newly arising cricket stars and hence might increase the risk of injuries both now and in life. Ensuring Athlete Well-Being With the world’s top athletes about to hit the pitch, an athlete’s diet and general health is of equal importance. With the Female Athlete Triad already addressed, not only will she play at the best of her ability, but do so in a healthy, sustainable way, as her calorie intake is bolstered by energy balance, which is restored. While cricketing fans lean forward to make some solid predictions during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, what is more important to note is the challenge faced by female athletes The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
ICC announces all-female match officials for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a list of match officials it would send for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, which is to be held from October 3rd to October 20th, in the United Arab Emirates. The tournament will be the first time a tournament in the ICC’s most important series will be strictly all female as the council continues efforts for a significant increase in women officiating in cricket. Among the match officials are Claire Polosak, who will umpire her fifth ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. She will be aided by Kim Cotton and Jacqueline Williams, who will return to their fourth ICC World Cup after umpiring the final in Cape Town last year. Sue Redfern will also return for her fourth appearance at the tournament, having been the TV umpire for the 2023 final. Zimbabwe’s Sarah Dambanevana debuts for this tournament. Match Referee GS Lakshmi who has been refereeing since 2012, has refereed the final in 2023. Shandré Fritz and Michell Pereira each will officiate in this second Women’s T20 World Cup. Here is the ICC Elite Panel of match officials for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Match Referees Shandré Fritz, GS Lakshmi, Michell Pereira Umpires Lauren Agenbag, Kim Cotton, Sarah Dambanevana, Anna Harris, Nimali Perera, Claire Polosak, Vrinda Rathi, Sue Redfern, Eloise Sheridan, Jacqueline Williams The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 would feature 23 matches to be played across Dubai and Sharjah as ten teams vie for the coveted title. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Jay Shah Elected as New ICC Chairman, Set to Usher in a New Era for Cricket
The 35-year-old Jay Shah created history when he was elected as the youngest chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary is all set to take over as the new ICC Chairman, starting from December 1, after Greg Barclay. Shah will have a three-year term but is allowed to extend his tenure for another three years. Unopposed Election Marks Shah’s Rise Shah was elected as no other nominations came in against him. The ICC also confirmed he was the sole nominee, with a couple of sets of nominations coming in for him by the 16 existing directors of the ICC. According to the regulations of the ICC, the candidate need not file the nomination papers, and thus it was pretty easy for the election of Shah himself. From BCCI to ICC Shah, who assumes the new assignment in the ICC, has got to go out of BCCI as secretary-a position he has held since 2019. The first major job for Shah as ICC Chairman is to appoint a new Independent Woman Director in place of Indra Nooyi after the latter completed her recent tenure. He will also have to deal with the issue of Disney Star seeking a renegotiation of the $3 billion broadcast deal. Besides, his other immediate task will be finding an adequate replacement for his stint with the BCCI. A Vision for International Cricket Growth In his maiden statement as ICC Chairman-elect, Shah outlined a future vision for the sport at large, with particular emphasis on the sport’s impending inclusion into the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Shah was all ears over the fact that the opportunity to come would prove pivotal in cricket’s attempt to spread its wings around the world. “I am humbled by the nomination as the Chair of the International Cricket Council,” Shah said. “I am committed to working closely with the ICC team and our member nations to further globalize cricket. We stand at a critical juncture where it is increasingly important to balance the coexistence of multiple formats, promote the adoption of advanced technologies, and introduce our marquee events to new global markets. Our goal is to make cricket more inclusive and popular than ever before.“ Innovative Leadership for a New Era Shah said that new ideas and innovation have to be embraced to increase cricket’s popularity across the world. He even considers the inclusion of cricket in the Olympics to be a moment when the growing graph of cricket began. “While we will build on the valuable lessons learned, we must also embrace fresh thinking and innovation to elevate the love for cricket worldwide. The inclusion of our sport in the Olympics at LA 2028 represents a significant inflection point for the growth of cricket, and I am confident that it will drive the sport forward in unprecedented ways” added Shah. A New Chapter for the ICC The ICC hailed Shah’s tenure thus: “Shah’s election marks a new chapter for the ICC as it seeks to expand the game’s reach and continue its evolution on the global stage.“ As Jay Shah prepares to take on this prestigious role, the cricketing world will keenly watch how this vision shapes the future of the sport. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Women’s T20WC: BCCI Announces Team India Squad
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the final, 15-member squad representing India in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, which is going to be held in the UAE from 3rd to 20th October. The top 10 women’s cricketing nations will compete for the prestigious title in Dubai and Sharjah. India to be led by Harmanpreet Kaur Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the charge for the 4th consecutive edition of the T20 World Cup with Smriti Mandhana as her deputy. Two important inclusions in the squad are wicket-keeper batter Yastika Bhatia and all-rounder Shreyanka Patil, both of whom are subject to fitness tests. Tournament Format and Groups The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will host a total of 23 matches, scheduled in a round framing where teams are distributed with 2 groups of 5. First group includes defending champions Australia, along with India, Pakistan, New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Other group has Bangladesh, England, South Africa, West Indies and Scotland. All will have to play 4 matches in the group stage and from each group top 2 teams will qualify for the semi-final. India’s opening matches India, on their part, will begin their quest against New Zealand and have two warm-up games against South Africa and West Indies scheduled before the main tournament. With the Men In Blue lifting the title earlier this year, all expectations are now on the Women In Blue to lift their crown and bring home another T20 World Cup. Team India Squad Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia (WK)*, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil*, S. Sajeevan Traveling reserves Uma Chetry, Tanuja Kanwer, Saima Thakor The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
India Unlikely to Travel to Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Will Ask ICC To Shift Matches In Sri Lanka Or In Dubai
The Indian Cricket Team is unlikely to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Instead, they plan to ask the International Cricket Council (ICC) to arrange their matches in Sri Lanka or Dubai, according to a BCCI source who spoke with ANI. The ICC Champions Trophy is set to be held in Pakistan from February to March 2025. India hasn’t played in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup because of the strained relationship between the two countries. The last time the two nations played a bilateral series was in India from December 2012 to January 2013. Since then, India and Pakistan have only faced each other in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup. Given the ongoing tensions, there has been a lot of uncertainty about whether India would participate in the upcoming event. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) suggested that India play all its matches in one city, with Lahore being chosen as the venue, according to ESPNcricinfo. However, the Indian board is not keen on traveling to Pakistan. A BCCI source told ANI, “India will not travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025. Will tell ICC to hold its matches in Dubai or Sri Lanka.” In May, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla mentioned that the Indian team would only go to Pakistan if the central government permitted it. He told ANI, “In the case of the Champion Trophy, we will do whatever the Government of India will tell us to do. We send our team only when the Government of India permits us. So we will go according to the decision of the Indian Government.” A similar situation occurred during last year’s Asia Cup, which was supposed to be hosted in Pakistan. The PCB had to adopt a hybrid strategy, with all of India’s matches, including those against Pakistan, being held in Sri Lanka. The final, which India won, took place in Colombo. Although Pakistan had proposed a hybrid approach for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India the previous year, it wasn’t considered. The previous edition of the ICC Champions Trophy was held in England and Wales in 2017 with Pakistan lifting the trophy. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: Tournament In Numbers
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has come to a thrilling conclusion, leaving cricket fans worldwide buzzing with excitement. From breathtaking matches to unforgettable moments and of course, the Indian Cricket Team’s redemption to glory, this edition of the tournament has surely provided a spectacle like no other. It’s time to look into the standout statistics that defined this remarkable tournament and etched new records in the history of the game. Here are 20 must-know statistics from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. 7.09 The overall run rate for the tournament, marking the lowest in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history. The previous lowest was 7.43 in the 2021 edition held in the UAE. 517 Total sixes hit, making this the first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to surpass 500 sixes. The previous record was 405 in 2021. The balls-per-six ratio of 21.35 was the best ever, and the fours-to-sixes ratio of 1.86 was the lowest across all editions. 1 India became the first team to win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup without losing a single game. They won all eight matches, with one group-stage game against Canada abandoned without a toss. 2 This edition, along with 2009, did not feature an individual century. The highest score in 2009 was Tillakaratne Dilshan’s unbeaten 96, while Nicholas Pooran’s 98 against Afghanistan was the highest in 2024. 19 Four-plus wicket hauls, the highest in any ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, surpassing the 14 recorded in 2021. 4.17 Jasprit Bumrah’s economy rate, the best for any bowler who delivered 100-plus balls in a single ICC Men’s T20 World Cup edition. The most Bumrah conceded in any match was 29 runs against Australia. 3 Difference between wickets taken and boundaries conceded by Jasprit Bumrah, who took 15 wickets and conceded only 12 boundaries, including two sixes, in 29.4 overs. 1 Bumrah became the first player to win the Player-of-the-Tournament award at an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup without scoring a run. He was out for a golden duck against Pakistan, his only batting appearance. In ODI World Cups, Glenn McGrath (2007) and Mitchell Starc (2015) achieved similar feats. 14 Number of dismissals by wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, comprising 13 catches and one stumping, a record for any player in an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. 17 Wickets taken by Arshdeep Singh and Fazalhaq Farooqi, the highest in a single ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, surpassing Wanindu Hasaranga’s 16 in 2021. 5 Instances of teams winning after scoring 120 or less in a full 20-over first innings, a significant increase from the single occurrence before 2024. 1 Rohit Sharma became the first to win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup both as a player (2007) and as a captain (2024). Daren Sammy is the only other captain with two titles (2012 and 2016). 109.52% Increase in maiden overs compared to the previous highest. A total of 44 maidens were bowled in the 52 completed matches, accounting for 28.95% of the total maidens in ICC Men’s T20 World Cups. 25 Difference in balls taken for the two individual fifties in the final: Virat Kohli took 48 balls, and Heinrich Klaasen took 23 balls, with Klaasen’s being the fastest in an ICC tournament final and Kohli’s the slowest of his T20 career. 5-3 Afghanistan’s win-loss record. They bowled out opponents in all five wins, a record matched only by Australia in 2010. Afghanistan were also bowled out in all three losses. 0 Sixes hit in the match between New Zealand and Uganda, only the third instance of an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match without sixes (excluding shortened games). 4 Papua New Guinea and Oman ended the tournament without any points. Both lost all four matches, the most for any team in an edition without a win. 171 Runs scored by Rishabh Pant, the second-highest in an edition without a half-century. His highest score was 42 against Pakistan. Tristan Stubbs scored 165 runs, the fifth-highest in a T20 World Cup without a fifty. 96 Balls bowled by Mohammad Amir without conceding a six, making him the first to achieve this in two different editions. He previously bowled 139 balls without a six in 2010. 2 Fours hit by Virat Kohli in his first seven matches. He exceeded this tally in the final’s first over, hitting Marco Jansen for three fours. As we look back at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, it’s clear that this tournament will be remembered for its extraordinary performances and groundbreaking records. The players’ relentless pursuit of excellence and the nail-biting finishes have set a new benchmark for future editions. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: India Ends 11 Year ICC Trophy Drought.
Chak De India! Well that’s what we have been hearing from the corner of every street, every house, every vehicle that passes by and of course from every Indian cricket fan. The Indian Cricket Team have successfully ended the 11 year ICC Trophy drought and 13 year World Cup drought by beating South Africa by 7 runs in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Virat Kohli showcased brilliance in his final T20 international appearance, contributing a commanding 76 runs from 59 balls. Reflecting on his farewell, Kohli emphasized, “It’s time for the next generation to take over. It was an open secret, and I would have announced it even if we had lost.“ The game’s momentum shifted dramatically during Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive innings of 52 runs off just 27 balls, posing a serious threat to India’s campaign. However, strategic interventions from Hardik Pandya and astute captaincy from Rohit Sharma, including a crucial over by Axar Patel, swung the momentum back in India’s favor. The match culminated in a tense finale, where Pandya’s nerve-wracking final over, defending 16 runs, secured India’s victory. This triumph marked India’s first ICC trophy since 2013 and their inaugural T20 World Cup win in the post-IPL era. The celebrations were a mix of relief and joy for Kohli, Rohit, and their teammates, potentially signaling the end of an era for these two stalwarts in T20 cricket. India’s batting was anchored by Virat Kohli’s composed innings, complemented by Axar Patel’s vital 47 runs from 31 balls, which took them to their highest total in an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final. The bowlers, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and supported by timely contributions from Shivam Dube, maintained pressure on South Africa throughout their chase. Crucial moments included Bumrah’s pivotal return to the attack and Suryakumar Yadav’s sensational boundary catch off Pandya’s bowling, decisively turning the tide. Despite a shaky start, India recovered to post a formidable total of 176 for 7, courtesy of the partnership between Kohli and Axar. This victory not only secured India’s place in cricketing history but also provided a fitting farewell to head coach Rahul Dravid, concluding a memorable performance that will be cherished for years to come. The Sportz Planet,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: Player of the match in each ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Final
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 comes to its final chapter with India taking on South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. With both the star studded lineups ready to lock horns against each other fans are excited to see who will deliver the goods for his team on the big stage. The Indian Cricket Team is known to be a galaxy of stars with expectations of either of Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli or Hardik Pandya to win the Player Of The Match Award in the big final. On the other hand South Africa is brimming with talent with the likes of Aiden Markram, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs or Kagiso Rabada to deliver the goods and grab the Player Of The Match award alongside the prestigious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 trophy. Before the final showdown, let’s have a look at the Player Of The Match holders from the finals of the previous editions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2007 – Irfan Pathan The veteran Indian fast bowling all-rounder, Irfan Pathan was all over India’s opponents, Pakistan in the final of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2007. The wicket at Johannesburg, South Africa felt like a paradise for Pathan as he went on dismantling Pakistan batting order claiming 3 wickets for 16 runs in his quota of 4 overs. India was able to defend 158. Irfan Pathan dismissed Pakistan Captain Shoaib Malik, Shahid Afridi and Yasir Arafat. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2009 – Shahid Afridi In the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2009, the Pakistani bowlers were all over the Sri Lankan batters as they restricted Sri Lanka to a modest 138. Shahid Afridi first grabbed the crucial wicket of Isuru Udana who just scored a single run. Afridi then charged down the track with the bat smashing an unbeaten 54 off 40 balls. His six took Pakistan over the line to lift the trophy. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2010 – Craig Kieswetter Craig Kieswetter played a memorable innings with a brisk 49-ball 63 in a crucial match. Partnering with Kevin Pietersen who scored 47 runs, Kieswetter forged a game-changing 111-run partnership. The English wicket-keeper’s innings included seven fours and two sixes, leading England to chase down the target of 148 runs with 18 balls remaining. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2012 – Marlon Samuels Marlon Samuels delivered an iconic performance during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2012 final against Sri Lanka in Colombo. Despite West Indies losing two early wickets, Samuels took charge and played a crucial innings, scoring 78 runs off 56 balls. His contribution helped West Indies reach a total of 137/6 in their innings. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2014 – Kumar Sangakkara Sri Lanka played against India in the final of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2014.While chasing 131, Kumar Sangakkara smashed an unbeaten 52 off 35 to guide Sri Lanka to the illustrious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2016 – Marlon Samuels Marlon Samuels clinched his second Player of the Match award in a World Cup final during the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2016, against England. His standout performance was crucial in the West Indies’ victorious campaign, marking their second title triumph. Samuels played a pivotal role, guiding his team with an unbeaten 85 runs off 66 balls, featuring nine boundaries and a couple of sixes. His innings was hailed as a pivotal resurrection effort, helping the Windies stage a remarkable comeback in the match. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 – Mitchell Marsh Australia claimed their first-ever T20 World Cup title by defeating their Trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand in the final held at Dubai. Mitchell Marsh, the current Australian T20 captain, was named Player of the Match for his decisive innings. New Zealand set a competitive total of 172 runs in their 20 overs. Australia faced an early setback when Aaron Finch was dismissed cheaply. However, Mitchell Marsh and David Warner counterattacked, forging a crucial 92-run partnership that laid the groundwork for their chase. Marsh took charge, remaining unbeaten on 77 runs off just 50 deliveries, featuring six boundaries and four sixes. After Warner’s departure, Glenn Maxwell accelerated with a quickfire 28 runs off 18 balls. Australia successfully chased down the target with seven deliveries to spare, securing their historic victory in the tournament. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 – Sam Curran In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 final against Pakistan, English all-rounder Sam Curran played a pivotal role by taking three key wickets, which helped restrict Pakistan to a below-par score. Despite facing challenges from Pakistan’s formidable bowling attack, England managed to successfully chase down the target of 138 runs with an over to spare. Well it is going to be interesting to see who is awarded with the Player Of The Match in the Final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
