The United States of America continued to struggle... ... Skipper Surya Salvages Game Against USA

The United States of America continued to struggle in their chase of 161 against India in the T20 World Cup 2026 match, reaching 37 for 3 in 7.2 overs. With 125 runs needed from 76 balls, the required run rate climbed to 9.87 as India maintained firm control.

Milind Kumar is top-scoring for the USA with 19 off 17 balls, while Sanjay Krishnamurthi is batting on 7 from 9 deliveries. The pair have added 24 runs from 24 balls, but the scoring rate has remained under check.

India’s bowlers kept things tight, with Axar Patel conceding just one run in his brief spell and Varun Chakaravarthy giving away five runs in his first over. In the last five overs, the USA managed only 25 runs while losing one wicket.

Earlier, Saiteja Mukkamalla was dismissed for 2, caught by Varun Chakaravarthy off Mohammed Siraj, leaving the USA in trouble at 13 for 3 as India continued to dominate the chase.