England achieved a historic victory over Oman, securing the fastest win in T20 World Cup history by chasing down a target of 48 runs in just 19 balls. The match took place on Friday, June 14, at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, West Indies. England, led by captain Jos Buttler, won the game with 8 wickets in hand.
Match Summary:
- England's Bowling Dominance: England won the toss and opted to bowl first. Their bowling attack, led by spinner Adil Rashid, overwhelmed Oman. Rashid took 4 wickets, while Jofra Archer and Mark Wood each claimed 3 wickets. Oman's batting line-up struggled, and they were dismissed for a mere 47 runs in 13.2 overs. Shoaib Khan was the top scorer for Oman with 11 runs, but no other batter reached double figures.
- England's Record Chase: In response, England chased down the modest target of 48 runs in just 19 balls, setting a new record for the fastest win in T20 World Cup history. This victory surpassed their previous record of a win with 70 balls to spare against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup 2021.
With this dominant performance, England recorded their biggest win in T20 Internationals, with 101 balls to spare. This win also boosted England's net run rate to +3.081, keeping their hopes of reaching the Super 8 stage alive. To advance, England must defeat Namibia in their final group match and hope for an Australian victory over Scotland.
This remarkable win has revitalised England's campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024, showcasing their strong bowling attack and efficient batting performance.