Jos Buttler, who smashed a whirlwind 38-ball 83-run knock, attributed England’s dominant 10-wicket victory over the USA to their relentless intensity in chasing a modest 116-run target. The win secured England’s place in the T20 World Cup semifinals, putting them in contention to top Super Eights Group two.
Buttler emphasized their focus on attacking with the wind at their backs, targeting the USA bowlers. He praised the contributions of leg-spinner Adil Rashid (2/13) and Liam Livingstone (1/24), who bowled brilliantly in tandem.
England’s skipper also showered praise on comeback man Chris Jordan, who claimed a sensational hat-trick in the 19th over, mopping up the USA tail with four wickets in five balls. Jordan’s performance added depth to England’s batting lineup, according to Buttler.
Meanwhile, USA captain Aaron Jones acknowledged the tough challenge in the Super Eights stage but expressed confidence in their ability to return stronger. He attributed their loss to poor shot selection and Rashid’s experience, recognizing the need to learn from the experience.
Despite the defeat, Jones remained optimistic about the future of American cricket. He highlighted the team’s historic participation in the World Cup, inspiring support and opening the eyes of the American public to the potential of their national team. He expressed hope that the team would continue to grow and improve in the coming years.
