England Dominates USA To Qualify For T20 World Cup 2024 Semifinals

Published: Sunday, June 23, 2024, 22:24 [GST]

England has secured a spot in the semifinals of the T20 World Cup 2024 after a decisive victory over the USA. The match, held in Bridgetown, saw England triumph by 10 wickets with 62 balls to spare. This win marks England as the first team to qualify for the semifinals in this tournament.

The USA struggled throughout their innings, managing only 115 runs before being bowled out. None of their batsmen made significant contributions. In response, England chased down the target effortlessly, scoring 116/0 in just 9.4 overs, thanks to an outstanding performance by their openers.

Man of the match: Adil Rashid
Most Runs: Jos Buttler (61 not out off 29 balls)
Most Wickets: Adil Rashid (3/18)

Jos Buttler | England captain:

"We give USA a lot of respect and we talked about if we brought our intensity, we would be too good. Once we got in a few overs, we tried to target this side with the wind. Adil was fantastic and Livi bowled brilliantly in tandem."

"We have great options, today we wanted to bring in CJ to bring depth to our batting and a World Cup hat-trick is a great effort. I have been feeling good all year to be honest. I feel I'm hitting the ball well and it's on me to look after my own game."

Aaron Jones | USA captain:

"Hard game to get to grips with, to be honest. We did not have a good last two games, something for us to talk about when we go back to the USA but that's how it goes. Looking forward to playing more big teams. Wicket was a bit sticky, Rashid very experienced, very good bowler."

"Our shot selection was not good, we knew he was the dangerman. Something to look into and we definitely will come back harder. [on Buttler] Very experienced and he batted beautifully today."

"It's very good for us; this is our first World Cup. A lot of people did not think we would be here playing against England, West Indies and the big boys. Hopefully this will open the eyes of the American public."

Adil Rashid | Man of the Match:

"We fought pretty well, set the tone with the ball. Was pleased to restrict them (USA) to 115. Always nice to come here and bowl. It also helps when the bowlers are keeping it tight from the other end."

"Sometimes you pick wickets. CJ (Jordan) is a match-winner; he has been doing it for a number of years. Big congrats to him. He (Buttler) is a world-class player, a great performer. Need to carry that form into the semi-final."