Sunday night became more interesting because of the exciting match between the United States of America. On the ninth match of the Super Eight stage, the USA and England locked horns at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. The stadium witnessed classy English brilliance as England defeated the USA by 10 wickets. English bowler Adil Rashid was one of the key players to secure the win. His extraordinary performance earned him the Player of the Match award. While receiving the award, he reflected on the game and semifinal Goal.
Excellent Performance and His Words:
The ninth match of the Super Eight stage has seen a clash between the USA and England. The Barbados spectators enjoyed a thrilling game. The game was crucial for England to secure the semifinal stage, they performed at their best. While bowling in the first innings, the bowlers dominated the USA batters. Adil Rashid’s spell was crucial. He conceded 13 runs in 4 overs and secured 2 crucial wickets with an economy rate of 3.25. Out of those two overs, he conceded 2 maiden overs. After that amazing contribution, Adil Rashid secured the Player of the Match Award.
After the win, he said, “We fought pretty well, set the tone with the ball. Was pleased to restrict them (USA) to 115. Always nice to come here and bowl. It also helps when the bowlers are keeping it tight from the other end.”
While talking about the struggles, he added, “With the wind you got to assess from which end you will bowl. Sometimes you may get hit for four and sixes.”
Praising Teammates and Semifinal Qualification:
In this match, the entire England team performed exceptionally well. While bowling in the first innings, Chris Jordon was excellent, he secured 4 crucial wickets by just conceding 10 runs. Sam Curran took 2 wickets. They restricted England to 115 runs. While batting in the second innings, Jos Buttler nailed the game. The England skipper played an incredible unbeaten knock of 83 runs in 38 balls. England defeated the USA by 10 wickets.
While praising the teammates, Adil Rashid said, “ Sometimes you pick wickets. CJ (Jordan) is a match-winner, he has been doing it for a number of years. Big congrats to him. He (Buttler) is a world-class player, a great performer. Need to carry that form into the semi-final.”
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