Namibia vs England Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: England Triumphs by 41 Runs (DLS) to Keep World Cup Hopes Alive
Reigning champions England sustained their campaign in the T20 World Cup with a crucial 41-run victory over Namibia in a rain-affected Group B match in Antigua on Saturday. Needing a win to stay in the tournament, England’s victory puts them on equal points with Scotland. However, their progression depends on the outcome of Scotland's match against already-qualified Australia in St Lucia later on Saturday.
Match Summary
-Match 34, ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024
- Date:June 15, 2024
Location:Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua
- Result: England beat Namibia by 41 runs (DLS method)
Match Highlights
England: 122/5 (10.0 overs)
-Namibia84/3 (10.0 overs)
Post-Match Reactions
Jos Buttler England’s captain, expressed relief after the match:
> The performance was good. The ball was sticking in the wicket, and Brook and Bairstow played really well. We've handled everything well and done what we could have."
Merwe Erasmu Namibia’s captain, acknowledged the challenge:
> The target was a lot to ask for. David Wiese was brilliant with the bat in his last game, and we’re happy to represent Namibia on this stage. We'll take a lot of learning from these games."
Harry Brookwas named Player of the Match for his 47-run knock off 20 balls:
We were anxious about the rain, but thankfully it stopped, and we got the game going. There was some spin, and I just tried to stick around. Credit to Jonny Bairstow for his smashing knock.
Match Overview
After a lengthy rain delay, the match was reduced to 11 overs per side. England, inserted to bat first, lost their openers early but Jonny Bairstow and Harry Brook's counter-attacks put them in a strong position. Following another brief rain interruption, the match resumed as a 10-over contest. Brook and Moeen Ali hit several sixes, propelling England to a formidable score.
In reply, Namibia struggled to find momentum. Despite Michael van Lingen and Niko Davin's efforts, they lacked the intent needed. David Wiese displayed some powerful hitting but it was insufficient against the disciplined England bowling attack, led by Topley and Curran, who kept the scoring tight.
Key Moments
- Harry Brook's knock**: A pivotal 47 off 20 balls set a challenging target.
- David Wiese's effort**: His spirited batting provided some resistance for Namibia.
- England's bowling**: Effective and restrictive, ensuring a comfortable victory.
Upcoming Matches
England's fate now rests on the result of the Scotland vs Australia match. Should Scotland win or the match ends in a no-result, Scotland will advance to the next round, eliminating England.
Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament progresses.
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