The United States cricket team has made history by successfully defending the lowest total ever in a One Day International (ODI) match. This remarkable feat was achieved during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 match against Oman.
Match Overview: USA vs Oman
The match took place at the Al Amerat Cricket Stadium in Oman. After winning the toss, Oman opted to bowl first, putting the USA to bat under challenging conditions.
Despite struggling with the bat, the USA managed to put up a total of 122 runs in 36 overs before being bowled out. It seemed like an easy target for Oman, but the USA bowlers had other plans.
USA’s Batting Performance
The American batting lineup found it difficult to handle Oman’s disciplined bowling attack. The top and middle order failed to capitalize, with wickets falling at regular intervals.
Oman’s Bowling Figures:
Shakeel Ahmed – 3 wickets
Aamir Kaleem – 2 wickets
Shoaib Shrivastava – 2 wickets
Jay Odedra & Siddharth – 1 wicket each
With a modest total of 122 runs, Oman looked in control, but what followed was a sensational bowling display from the USA.
Oman’s Batting Collapse
Chasing 123 runs, Oman faced a shocking batting collapse. Their entire team was dismissed for just 65 runs in 26 overs, handing the USA a 57-run victory.
USA’s Bowling Heroes:
Nosthush Kenjige – 5 wickets
Milind Kumar – 2 wickets
Yasir Mohammad – 2 wickets
Harmeet Singh – 1 wicket
This extraordinary performance allowed the USA to defend their small total and make history.
A New World Record in ODI Cricket
With this victory, the USA set a new world record for successfully defending the lowest total in ODI history. Their disciplined bowling and exceptional fielding turned what seemed like an impossible task into a stunning win.
This match will be remembered as a testament to the unpredictability of cricket, proving once again that “a game is never over until the last ball is bowled.”
Final Scorecard:
USA: 122 all out (36 overs)
Oman: 65 all out (26 overs)
USA won by 57 runs
This historic win marks a major milestone for USA cricket, boosting their confidence as they continue to make strides on the international stage.
