T20’s are not a very formidable format where only major teams enjoy success, as on several occasions, underdogs have done wonders on the biggest platform of the game. This year, the extended format of the T20 World Cup has provided a platform for a huge number of underdog teams, including the likes of Scotland, the Netherlands, Namibia, Nepal, and Oman, along with newcomers USA, Canada, and Uganda.
The United States are the co-hosts of the T20 World Cup 2024, and they have been a constant surprise in the tournament, as they started with a high-scoring win against neighboring nation Canada, followed by a spine-chilling super-over victory against Pakistan. This would be marked as a historical day in the history of USA cricket.
After securing a win after a neck-to-neck contest in the World Cup encounter, Monank Patel claimed that they should have ended the game within the regular game overs. His disappointed tone, despite the valiant efforts of his teammates, proves how much intent they do produce both on and off the field.
Recently, there has also been a buzz over the USA, likely to be a tough opponent for the Men in Blue. India are the World’s No. 1 side, and no team seems to be a threat to them; however, the host side seems too well aware of their conditions, to which all other teams are struggling.
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With players like Monank Patel, Saurabh Netravalkar, Harmeet Singh, and Nitish Kumar all having Indian roots, they may be looking to have a great start against India. Also, with international experience coming from Corey Anderson, Kenjige, and Aaron Jones, the team is what can be said to be immensely formidable for the conditions in the USA.
Though yet considered an underdog, if the USA make it to the Super-8, leaving behind Pakistan, then undoubtedly they will be raised in the standards of the game.