By NEW YORK – It’s hard to quite fathom what the Americans have already pulled off, but they might just be getting started after toppling world cricket power Pakistan in the group stage. The United States will battle India in the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup today – Wednesday, June 12 – at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in East Meadow, New York. The matchup is available to watch for free on multiple streaming services.
Today’s match will stream exclusively on Willow TV at 10:30 a.m. Eastern. (8 p.m. India Standard Time). The coin toss is scheduled for 10 a.m. Eastern (7:30 p.m. IST). Cricket fans who have cut the cord can catch the action for free by utilizing streaming alternatives like FuboTV and DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial. Sling TV is also offering promotional discounts for new customers.
What is cricket?
While cricket is a relatively minor sport in the U.S., it is actually one of the most popular and most played sports in the world, behind soccer.
Cricket is a bat-and-ball game that has a slight similarity to baseball. It is played between two teams on a 22-yard pitch with a wicket at each end. Two bails are balanced on three stumps to form the wicket.
Two players from the batting team (striker and non-striker) stand in front of a wicket holding bats. One player from the fielding team (the bowler) bowls the ball towards the striker’s wicket from across the pitch.
The goal is to hit the bowled ball with the bat and then switch with the non-striker. The bat team will score one run for each exchange. Runs can also be scored when the ball crosses over the boundary of the field or is bowled illegally.
How do I watch the United States vs. India Cricket World Cup for free?
You can catch this match for free by utilizing free trials from FuboTV and DirecTV Stream.
How many Cricket World Cups have the United States participated in?
This is the United States’ first time participating in the cricket World Cup, which makes their victory over world-power Pakistan in group play more remarkable.
Who is hosting the 2024 Cricket World Cup?
The 2024 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup is being dual hosted by the United States and the West Indies. It’s the first time the United States has ever hosted the Cricket World Cup.
Match preview
After a super over (overtime) victory against Pakistan, the United States is the talk of the world. While this may have been a David vs. Goliath scenario, it’s not impossible to see why this could be the infancy of a cricket evolution for the Americans, who have had a dream introduction into the avant-garde scene.
Playing in their first Cricket World Cup, they are one of few teams left unbeaten in the tournament with victories over Canada and Pakistan. The United States touts four points, as does cricketing powerhouse India, who are currently atop the Group A standings and will face the Americans next.
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Captain Monank Patel’s group will enter the match as massive underdogs – just like they did against Pakistan. He won Player of the Match and is guiding the miracle that has taken shape on U.S. soil.
Saurabh Netravalkar was the star of the moment who successfully maintained the score for USA in the Super Over stunner against the Shaheens.
He returned marks of 2/18 in his four overs during the regulation 20 overs, bowling in both the powerplay and at the death overs. Look for a key stretch as he faces India’s top order batters, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The former finished on top of the run-scoring charts at the Indian Premier League (IPL). Kohli was also the player of the tournament at the 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2023
New York’s own Aaron Jones is also instrumental to keeping this dream alive. He was batting during both of the chases that came up victorious for the United States.
He also scored an unbeaten 36 not out (from 26 balls) versus Pakistan, featuring a six in the 20th over against Haris Rauf. A key moment that helped bring the Americans back into the fray.
Jones will be a key cog in the middle order, who will have the arduous task of stabilization against a lineup that could unravel their fairytale. He will face an array of elite quick bowlers, including Jasprit Bumrah.
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Also keep an eye on Nosthush Kenjige after his three-wicket performance against Pakistan. And Steven Taylor, who delivered a sensational halt during the riveting match. A relatively inexperienced United States will rely on duplicate performances if they are to stun the world, again.
Relive the United States’ historic upset over Pakistan with this full video recap below.
Here’s more information on how to watch USA-India on TV and streaming services.
What: ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, USA vs. India
When: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m. Eastern (8:30 p.m. India Standard time)
Where: Nassau County International Cricket Stadium | East Meadow, New York
Channels: Willow TV
Best streaming options: FuboTV (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial), Sling TV (promotional offers for new customers)
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