“That’s a nice feeling.” Zampa Reflects on Player of the Match Win and Super 8s Qualification

It was surely Australia’s day. On the 24th match of the T20 World Cup 2024, Australia locked horns with Namibia at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua. Since the beginning, Australia controlled the innings and dominated the opponent. They restricted the opponent only 72 runs and hammered them with a 9-wicket win. Adam Zampa was outstanding in this match, he secured 4 crucial wickets and completed 100 wickets in T20 format. After winning the Player of the Match award, he reflected on the match.

Zampa’s Outstanding Performance and His Words:

In the 24th match of the T20 World Cup 2024, Australia and Namibia locked horns and displayed a thrilling encounter. While bowling first, Australia set the stage on fire. They didn’t let the Namibian batters build an impactful partnership which cost the match. All the Australian bowlers showcased their excellence but Adam Zampa shined the brightest. He conceded 12 runs in 4 overs and secured 4 wickets. That dominating led Australia to a massive 9-wicket victory. 

After that exciting performance, Adam Zampa became the Player of the Match. After winning the award, he reflected on the win. He said, “It sounds fine, we qualify for the Super 8s, that’s a nice feeling. Enjoying bowling, being encouraged to take wickets by the captain, just trying to do my thing mate. We are happy (to qualify), first step in trying to take the trophy home, but long way to go.”

Zampa’s Outstanding Milestone:

Adam Zampa made history as the first Australian to notch 100 T20I wickets, achieving the feat against Namibia. His four crucial dismissals showcased his brilliance, complementing the early groundwork laid by Aussie pacers. Zampa joins an elite group of 15 bowlers with 100-plus wickets in men’s T20Is and stands among six leg-spinners accomplishing this milestone. Moreover, he surpassed Mitchell Starc as Australia’s leading wicket-taker in the men’s T20 World Cup, with 29 scalps.

With five Player-of-the-Match awards in the men’s T20 World Cup, Zampa ranks joint-second, trailing only Virat Kohli with seven. His stellar performances put him alongside legends like Chris Gayle, Mahela Jayawardene, and Shane Watson, all boasting five Player-of-the-Match accolades in the tournament.

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