(Web Desk) — In a thrilling match at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, the United States (USA) pulled off a stunning upset by defeating Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday.

The dramatic encounter, filled with twists and turns, concluded with a Super Over, where the co-hosts emerged victorious.

Despite their experience, Pakistan struggled against a disciplined USA bowling attack and managed to post 159-8 in their 20 overs. The USA, showing remarkable resilience, leveled the score at 159-3 in their 20 overs, pushing the match into a nerve-wracking Super Over.

In the Super Over, Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir took the ball, and the USA set a challenging target by scoring 18-1. Pakistan, in response, could only muster 13-1, losing the match by five runs in the one-over eliminator. This victory propelled the USA to the top of the points table in Group A, overtaking India.

Earlier in the tournament, the USA had already made their mark by defeating Canada by seven wickets in their opening match. Meanwhile, India secured an eight-wicket victory over Ireland in New York in Wednesday’s Group A match.

Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, led his team to set a target of 160 runs in their first T20 World Cup 2024 encounter. Despite a strong start, Pakistan couldn’t maintain their momentum, allowing the USA to clinch a dramatic victory.

This surprising defeat marks a significant moment in the T20 World Cup 2024, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the tournament and the growing competitiveness of the participating teams. Looking ahead, Pakistan and India are set to go head-to-head in a highly anticipated match in New York on Sunday.