In Texas, the hosts managed to chase down 154 with just three deliveries remaining, securing a thrilling victory over Bangladesh. With the United States at 156 for 5, Corey Anderson and Harmeet Singh guided their team to triumph, remaining unbeaten on 34* and 33* respectively, while Mustafizur claimed 2 wickets for Bangladesh, conceding 41 runs.
The triumph of the United States, ranked 19th in T20Is, over the ninth-ranked Bangladesh team, came as a shock, marking a significant milestone in their cricketing journey. Dominating most of the game, the hosts took a 1-0 lead in the series, their second win against a Full Member team in T20Is, following their victory against Ireland in 2021.
Harmeet Singh, a former India Under-19 player, emerged as the hero of the chase, sealing the win with his aggressive batting display, including three consecutive sixes that tilted the game in favor of the USA. Partnering with Corey Anderson, they added crucial runs during an unbroken sixth-wicket stand, steering their team to victory.
Earlier, the USA displayed superb bowling prowess, restricting Bangladesh to 153 for 6. Despite a shaky start, Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah showcased their resilience, steering Bangladesh to a respectable total with notable contributions. However, Litton Das failed to capitalize on opportunities, falling early in the innings.
The USA's batting effort saw moments of brilliance, with Andries Gous providing some initial momentum before his dismissal slowed down their approach. Despite a middle-order collapse, Harmeet Singh's aggressive innings and Corey Anderson's crucial hits ensured the USA reached the target with just three balls to spare.
Harmeet's explosive batting display, particularly his back-to-back sixes off Mustafizur Rahman, shifted the momentum in favor of the USA, setting the stage for their historic win. Anderson's timely hitting in the final overs further consolidated their position, securing a memorable victory for the home side.
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