England vs Oman T20 World Cup 2024 Highlights : The 28th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 saw England taking on Oman at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua. England showcased a dominant performance, defeating Oman by 8 wickets. Here’s a detailed account of the match:
England Thrashes Oman in Just 3.1 Overs: Unbelievable T20 World Cup Action!
Toss and Team Selection
England won the toss and elected to field first. Both teams announced their playing XI, with notable players such as Jos Buttler leading England and Aqib Ilyas captaining Oman.
England Playing XI:
- Phil Salt
- Jos Buttler (C) (WK)
- Will Jacks
- Jonny Bairstow
- Harry Brook
- Moeen Ali
- Liam Livingstone
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Mark Wood
- Reece Topley
Oman Playing XI:
- Kashyap Prajapati
- Pratik Athavale (WK)
- Aqib Ilyas (C)
- Zeeshan Maqsood
- Khalid Kail
- Ayaan Khan
- Shoaib Khan
- Mehran Khan
- Fayyaz Butt
- Kaleemullah
- Bilal Khan
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First Innings: Oman’s Batting Struggles
Oman faced a challenging start with England’s bowlers wreaking havoc. They were bundled out for a meager total of 47 runs in just 13.2 overs.
Oman’s Batting Performance:
- Shoaib Khan: 11 (23)
- Kashyap Prajapati: 9 (16)
England’s bowling was led by Adil Rashid and Jofra Archer, who dismantled Oman’s batting lineup.
England’s Bowling Highlights:
- Adil Rashid: 4 overs, 11 runs, 4 wickets
- Jofra Archer: 3.2 overs, 12 runs, 3 wickets
Second Innings: England’s Swift Chase
England’s chase was brisk and efficient. They reached the target in just 3.1 overs, losing only two wickets in the process.
England’s Batting Performance:
- Jos Buttler: 24 (8)
- Phil Salt: 12 (3)
Oman’s bowlers managed to pick up two wickets, but England’s aggressive approach ensured a quick victory.
Oman’s Bowling Highlights:
- Kaleemullah: 1 over, 10 runs, 1 wicket
- Bilal Khan: 2 overs, 36 runs, 1 wicket
Key Moments of the Match
Wickets and Boundaries:
- First Innings:
- Pratik Athavale hit a four off Jofra Archer, but soon fell to Archer’s pace.
- Aqib Ilyas also contributed with a four but was caught by Will Jacks off Archer’s bowling.
- Adil Rashid’s brilliant spell saw him claiming crucial wickets including that of Khalid Kail, who was stumped by Jos Buttler.
- Second Innings:
- Phil Salt started England’s innings with fireworks, hitting two sixes off Bilal Khan.
- Despite losing Phil Salt and Will Jacks early, Jos Buttler ensured a swift finish with a flurry of boundaries off Bilal Khan’s over.
Match Summary
England’s Innings:
- Target: 48
- Achieved: 50/2 in 3.1 overs
Oman’s Innings:
- Total: 47 all out in 13.2 overs
Conclusion
England’s comprehensive victory over Oman by 8 wickets highlights their dominant form in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Adil Rashid’s exceptional bowling and Jos Buttler’s explosive batting were the standout performances that led England to a comfortable win.
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