Jun 16, 2024

T20 World Cup: England down Namibia in must-win affair

TOI Sports Desk

Must-Win Victory

Reigning champions England maintained their bid to reach the second round of the T20 World Cup with a 41-run victory against Namibia in Antigua on Saturday.

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Rain Delay

A three-hour rain delay left England fearing an early exit in the must-win group game.

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Early Collapse

England collapsed to 13-2 after losing the toss in a match reduced to 10 overs per side.

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Key Partnership

A 56-run stand between Harry Brook (47 not out) and Jonny Bairstow (31) revived England's innings.

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Namibia's Target

Namibia were set a target of 126 under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method but finished on 84-3.

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England's Group Standing

Victory took England level on points with Scotland in Group B but with a superior net run-rate.

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Namibia's Effort

Despite David Wiese's quick 27, Namibia fell well short of their target, ending at 84-3.

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