Pakistan and the United States of America have faced each other only once in official T20 international cricket, but that single encounter produced one of the biggest upsets in recent T20 World Cup history. The Pakistan vs USA head-to-head record may be brief, but it highlights how rapidly associate nations are closing the gap on traditional cricketing powerhouses.
Pakistan vs USA Head to Head Record (T20 Internationals)
|
Statistic |
Pakistan |
USA |
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Matches Played |
1 |
1 |
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Matches Won |
0 |
1 |
|
Matches Lost |
1 |
0 |
|
No Result |
0 |
0 |
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Highest Team Total |
159/7 |
159/3 |
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Lowest Team Total |
13/1 (Super Over) |
18/1 (Super Over) |
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Super Over Wins |
0 |
1 |
Stats based on official T20I matches only.
Pakistan vs USA Match Summary
The only T20 international match between Pakistan and the USA took place during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Dallas. Pakistan batted first and put up a competitive total of 159 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Babar Azam led from the front with a composed 44, while Shadab Khan provided a late boost with a quickfire 40, helping Pakistan reach a defendable score.
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In reply, the USA produced a fearless batting performance. Captain Monank Patel anchored the chase with a well-crafted half-century, guiding his team to 159 for 3 and forcing the match into a Super Over. The American side kept their composure under pressure, scoring 18 runs in the Super Over before restricting Pakistan to just 13, sealing a historic victory.
Key Performers in Pakistan vs USA Head to Head
Monank Patel emerged as the standout performer for the USA, playing a crucial role in their chase and setting the tone for the upset. For Pakistan, Babar Azam once again showed his class at the top, while Shadab Khan’s all-round contribution stood out despite the defeat. USA bowlers, especially in the Super Over, displayed excellent discipline to outthink the experienced Pakistani batting lineup.
Although Pakistan has a far richer history and pedigree in T20 cricket, the head-to-head record currently favours the USA. This result underlines the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket and reflects the rapid improvement of emerging cricket nations on the global stage.
With future ICC tournaments on the horizon, including the T20 World Cup 2026, a Pakistan vs USA rematch promises to be a closely watched contest as Pakistan look to even the record and the USA aim to prove that their famous win was no fluke.
