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The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, continues in the U.S.A and West Indies which saw the conclusion of a thrilling contest between India and Pakistan in New York. At the same time, Scotland blew out Oman in Antigua by chasing down 150 in only 13.1 overs and nearly ensuring that England doesn't qualify for the Super 8s.
In this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Sunday, June 9, but before that, let's check the matches scheduled for the day.
Today's match preview
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Group D: South Africa vs Bangladesh
The action continues in New York as Group D rivals South Africa and Bangladesh are slated to go head to head at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. Both teams enter this contest after two thrilling wins. The Proteas took down the Netherlands while Bangladesh defeat arch-nemesis Sri Lanka. This clash will also be crucial in terms of Super 8s qualification with South Africa needing one win while the Bangla Tigers also nearly guaranteeing their spot with a victory.
Major cricket events that happened on June 9
T20 World Cup 2024: Burmah, Pandya & Pant power IND to 6-run win over PAK
India jumped to the top of Group A with a thrilling win over arch-rivals Pakistan by six runs in the T20 World Cup 2024. After poor batting effort, the bowlers once again bailed the Men in Blue and seal victory from the jaws of defeat. With this victory, India have now defeated Pakistan for the seventh time in Men's T20 World Cup games. The Men in Blue posted 119 in the first innings thanks to Rishabh Pant's 43. Then defending this total Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya combined to pick five wickets seal the game of India.
T20 World Cup 2024: Scotland demolish Oman by chasing 150 in 13.1 overs
Scotland strongly improved their chances of qualifying for the Super 8s by registering a dominant seven-wicket win over Oman. After asking to bowl first, the Scots restricted Oman at 149 with Safyaan Sharif's 2-40 in four overs. Then chasing this total, George Munsey and Brandon McMullen smashed a quick-fire 41 and 61 respectively to chase down the total in 13.1 overs and nearly eliminate England's chances of reaching the next stage.
ICC to host Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9: Reports
The ICC has reportedly identified a 20-day window to host the return of Champions Trophy next year, from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan. Notably, the eight-team ODI tournament, called the Champions Trophy, was last played in 2017, when Pakistan defeated India in the final at The Oval in London, to win the coveted title. As per the report from Cricbuzz, the exact match days for the Champions Trophy 2025 edition are yet to be finalised, but it will go down during a 20-day window early next year.
'Release Imran Khan' banner flies over Nassau County Stadium during IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2024 clash
Banners demanding former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's release were spotted over New York during the mega clash between India and Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Neighbouring nations and arch-nemesis India and Pakistan clashed in the 19th clash of the T20 tournament on Sunday, June 9, at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. Just when Indian openers and star batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli came into bat, a banner was spotted flying above the stadium. The banner attached to a plane had ‘Release Imran Khan’ written over it.
Adam Zampa reveals his mantra of success after Australia's 36-run win against England
After playing a key role in defeating England by 36 runs in the Group B clash of the T20 World Cup 2024, Adam Zampa, the Australian leg spinner, revealed his mantra of success during a press conference. During the press conference, Adam Zampa reflected on his decision to skip the IPL, to prepare for the T20 World Cup and said, as per the Times of India, “I made that decision a little while ago to pull out of the IPL and I thought it was the best thing for me moving forward into this World Cup. I was tired, I had some niggles and I'm a family man as well, so trying to put them first over work sometimes is pretty important.”
Virat k jute barabar bhi nahi: Danish Kaneria on Babar Azam ahead of India vs. Pakistan T20 WC'24 clash
Ahead of the high-octane clash, former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria slammed the comparison between Indian stalwart Virat Kohli and Pakistan skipper Babar Azam, claiming the Pakistan opener is not even close to the former Indian skipper. During an interview with ANI, Danish Kaneria slammed the Pakistan Cricket Team and skipper Babar Azam. He said, "Jaise hi vo (Babar Azam) run kar deta hai 100, agle din media me aa jata hai Kohli k saath compare karo. Arey jute barabar bhi nahi aata bhai.
