During the first match of the T20 World Cup 2024 between the USA and Canada, several records have been registered. Here are all the records you need to know (Pic: AFP)
Updated On: 2024-06-02 05:27 PM IST
Compiled by : Sujay Shivalkar
Having needed to chase down a gigantic target of 195 runs set by Canada, USA's Andries Gous smashed 65 runs off just 46 deliveries including 7 fours and 3 sixes. Riding high on Aaron Jones's unbeaten 94 runs, the USA successfully chased down the target against Canada. With this, they registered the third-highest successful run chase in a Men’s T20 World Cup game
During the run chase of 195 runs, Aaron Jones played an unbeaten knock of 94 runs which came in just 40 balls. His knock was laced with 4 fours and 10 sixes. Showcasing his power, Jones equalled the record for the second most sixes in a T20 World Cup innings with West Indies's legend Chris Gayle
In the run chase against Canada, the USA's batting duo Aaron Jones and Andries Gous stood strong and milked 131 runs. They not only guided America to the victory but also scripted their names for the second-highest stand for the third-wicket in a Men’s T20 World Cup game. The 131-run partnership between Andries and Jones is also the highest partnership for USA in a Men’s T20I match
The hero of the first match of the T20 World Cup 2024, Aaron Jones also became the player to score the fastest half-century for the USA. In just 22 balls, Jones completed his half-century for America
In just their first T20 World Cup 2024 match, Andries and Jones also scripted history by smashing the fastest century stand in a Men's T20 World Cup match. The duo reached the celebrated three figures off just 42 deliveries