Pakistan delivered a commanding performance in the T20 World Cup, defeating the United States by 32 runs in a Group A clash in Colombo. The T20 World Cup contest saw a strong all-round display that strengthened Pakistan’s position in the tournament standings.

Opener Sahibzada Farhan starred in the T20 World Cup encounter with a fluent 73 off 41 balls, smashing five sixes and six fours. Babar Azam supported him with a classy 46 off 32 deliveries as Pakistan posted a formidable 190/9 in this high-scoring T20 World Cup fixture.

The pair stitched together a crucial 81-run stand after early wickets, shifting the momentum firmly in Pakistan’s favour during the middle overs of the T20 World Cup clash. Farhan also crossed 1,000 T20I runs during his impressive knock.

Pakistan’s spinners took control in the second innings of the T20 World Cup match. Usman Tariq claimed 3/27, while Shadab Khan picked up 2/26 to restrict USA to 158/8. Despite a fighting 51 from Shubham Ranjane and 49 from Shayan Jahangir, the American chase fell short in the T20 World Cup contest.

The victory not only avenged Pakistan’s previous loss to USA but also marked their second straight win in the T20 World Cup, boosting confidence ahead of tougher challenges in the tournament.