New Zealand cruised to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Uganda in a one-sided contest at Tarouba’s Brian Lara Stadium in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Friday. Opting to bowl first, the New Zealand bowling attack proved to be far too strong for Uganda’s batters, dismissing them for a paltry 40 runs in just 18.4 overs.
Uganda collapses under New Zealand’s bowling brilliance
None of the Ugandan batters were able to build a significant innings, with only Kenneth Waiswa (11 runs) managing to reach the double-digit mark. The New Zealand bowling attack was disciplined and clinical, with Tim Southee (3/4) leading the charge. Trent Boult (2/7), Mitchell Santner (2/8), Lockie Ferguson (1/9), and Rachin Ravindra (2/9) all chipped in with crucial wickets, ensuring that Uganda never got going.
New Zealand registers an easy win
Chasing a meagre target of 41 runs, New Zealand openers Devon Conway (22 not out) and Finn Allen (9 runs) ensured a swift victory. The pair put on a 30-run opening partnership before Allen was dismissed. New Zealand reached the target in a mere 5.2 overs with nine wickets remaining, showcasing the gulf in class between the two sides.
New Zealand thrash Uganda by 9 wickets: https://t.co/P0ShfLmrKK#cricket #T20WorldCup #NZvUGA #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/Y4dRWHxraR
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Southee’s impressive bowling performance of 3 wickets for just 4 runs earned him the Player of the Match award.
Tim Southee etched his name in T20 World Cup history with an epic spell of 3/4 in 4 overs! 🤯
His pinpoint accuracy and lethal swing left Uganda reeling, securing New Zealand’s first win of the tournament in style. 🇳🇿🎉 #NZvUGA #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/HHwd4N7dBQ
— Deepak. (@TheCricTeam) June 15, 2024
Lowest run-rates in a Men’s T20 World Cup innings
2.14 – Uganda vs New Zealand, Tarouba, 2024
3.25 – Uganda vs West Indies, Guyana, 2024
3.52 – Oman vs England, North Sound, 2024
3.62 – Uganda vs Afghanistan, Guyana, 2024
3.71 – Netherlands vs Sri Lanka, Chattogram, 2014
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