In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Cricket, India secured a commanding 50 runs victory over Bangladesh at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua last night. Put in to bat first, India posted a formidable total of 196 for 5 in 20 overs. For, India, Hardik Pandya scored 50 runs in just 27 balls, while Rishabh Pant made 37 off 28 deliveries.
In response, Bangladesh managed to score only 146 for 8 in their 20 overs. Hardik Pandya’s all-round performance, which included a quickfire fifty and a wicket, earned him the Player of the Match award.
With this win, India has positioned itself closer to a spot in the semifinals of the T20 World Cup. India will qualify for the semifinals if Afghanistan fail to beat Australia this morning. Meanwhile, Bangladesh has been eliminated from the tournament.
Disclaimer: This press release is sourced from News On AIR, Prasar Bharti and Press Information Bureau India (PIB).
