WATCH: ‘Game-changing delivery’: Jasprit Bumrah bowls Mohammad Rizwan with a cutter | IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup 2024

At the highest concentration in the middle India again Pakistan of T20 World Cup 2024, Jasprit Bumrah emerged as the hero of the Men in Blue, guiding them to a hard-fought victory by 6 runs at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday (June 9).

Jasprit Bumrah’s match-winning spell

Bumrah’s bowling turned things around for India, as he picked up important wickets, including Babar Azam again Iftikhar Ahmed, at key moments in the game. His figures of 3/14 in four overs showed his mastery over the art of pace bowling. Bumrah’s impressive contribution did not go unnoticed, as he received the man of the match award for his crucial role in India’s victory. However, the highlight of his spell was the dismissal of Mohammad Rizwanwho was guiding Pakistan’s chase with a tough innings.

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Important wicket for Mohammad Rizwan

During the 15th over of Pakistan’s innings, Rizwan, who was leading the innings with determined knock, faced a crucial delivery from Bumrah. With the game in good shape and Pakistan needing a steady partnership to chase down India, Rizwan’s wicket was crucial.

When Bumrah came into the bowl, he delivered a well-directed length that stayed low in the off-field. Rizwan, who was looking to play defensively, tried to defend the ball. However, due to low bounce and deceptive pace, Rizwan misunderstands the delivery lane.

The ball bounced and landed, sneaking under Rizwan’s bat. When Rizwan failed to connect with the ball, it crashed into the sticks and bailed out during the program. Rizwan’s dismissal had a huge impact on Pakistan’s innings, as he was responsible for their dismissal together.

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Stellar support from other bowlers

While Bumrah led the charge, he received significant support from his teammates. Hardik Pandya he proved to be a force alongside Bumrah, picking up two crucial wickets and putting pressure on the opposition. Axar Patel again Arshdeep Singh they again chipped in with crucial success, ensuring Pakistan’s batting line-up struggled to find momentum in the 120-run chase as they finished on 113/7.

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