February 10, 2026
USA’s chase began with a positive intent as openers Andries Gous and Shayan Jahangir took on the Pakistani bowlers. Gous contributed 13 off 13 balls, hitting 2 boundaries before falling to Mohammad Nawaz in the fifth over.
Shayan Jahangir, however, continued the momentum with an unbeaten 36 off just 18 deliveries, including 4 fours and 2 sixes, keeping the run rate above 8. Meanwhile, captain Monank Patel was yet to get settled, scoring 1 not out.
The powerplay ended at 50/1 in 6 overs, giving the USA a strong platform to build on, with Jahangir anchoring the innings and keeping the chase within reach against a disciplined Pakistan bowling attack that included Shaheen Shah Afridi and Abrar Ahmed.