India Edges Pakistan in T20 World Cup Thriller

India Triumphs Over Pakistan in Thrilling T20 World Cup Encounter

In a nail-biting T20 World Cup 2024 match, India emerged victorious over arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday, igniting a frenzy of excitement across the nation. Despite a shaky start with the bat, India's bowlers rallied to secure a six-run victory, thanks to a magnificent spell from pacer Jasprit Bumrah.

After being asked to bat first, India struggled against Pakistan's formidable pace attack, losing wickets in quick succession. The team was eventually bundled out for a modest 119 runs. However, the Indian bowlers turned the tide in the second innings, restricting Pakistan to 113/7.

Bumrah was the star of the show, claiming three crucial wickets while conceding only 14 runs in his four-over spell. Vice-captain Hardik Pandya also chipped in with two wickets, helping India maintain a tight grip on the game.

"It feels really good," said Bumrah after India's victory. "We felt we were a little under and the wicket got a little better after the sun came out. We were really disciplined so it feels good."

The victory sparked a wave of jubilation on social media, with fans flooding platforms with memes mocking Pakistan's second consecutive loss in the tournament.

India will now face USA in their next Group A match on Wednesday in New York. Pakistan, on the other hand, will face Canada in a must-win game on Tuesday.

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