USA Eyeing Upset Against Mighty India in T20 World Cup Clash
New York, 10 June 2024 – The cricketing world has its eyes fixed on the upcoming clash between India and the United States as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup heats up. With both teams having won two games each, the USA squad is brimming with confidence, eyeing a potential upset that could propel them into the last eight of the tournament.
The match, scheduled for 10:30 am local time (8:00 pm IST, 2:30 pm GMT), is generating significant buzz, with The New York Times covering the event and even Drake cashing in on the growing popularity of 100-ball cricket, fantasy club cricket, and backyard cricket in the US.
“India, eager to tap into the lucrative American market, own three of the six franchises in the country’s premier T20 competition, the IPL. The LA Olympics organizing committee also cited Virat Kohli’s social media following as a factor in their decision to include cricket in the 2028 Games.”
The USA team has captured the imagination of the fans, with their recent victories over Pakistan and other strong teams. The atmosphere at the pop-up stadium in Long Island has rivaled that of the better-established cricket centers, with the Nepal team even taking a lap of honor after being overwhelmed by the vocal support.
The New York surface has settled, with the unpredictable bounce of the early matches now a thing of the past. While a low-scoring affair is expected, the game is unlikely to be disrupted by the weather.
India will be looking to Shivam Dube to find form, and Corey Anderson to rediscover his destructive touch, as they aim to secure a spot in the Super Eights. The USA, on the other hand, will be hoping to continue their fairytale run and pull off a historic upset against the cricket powerhouse.
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