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USA's Monank Patel Credits Homework for T20 WC Win Over Namibia

The USA cricket team secured a convincing 31-run victory over Namibia in the T20 World Cup. Captain Monank Patel attributed the win to thorough preparation and homework done on their opponents. Batting first, the USA posted a strong total of 199 runs, which they successfully defended. Sanjay Krishnamurthi was named Player of the Match for his blistering innings of 68 runs off just 33 deliveries.

Key Points: USA Defeats Namibia in T20 World Cup: Patel, Krishnamurthi React

  • USA posts 199 runs batting first
  • Defends total to win by 31 runs
  • Skipper Patel highlights crucial opening partnership
  • Sanjay Krishnamurthi's explosive 68 off 33 balls
  • Victory marks USA's second win in the tournament
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"We did our homework": USA skipper Monank Patel after thrashing Namibia by 31 runs in T20 WC fixture

USA skipper Monank Patel reveals team's thorough preparation after a 31-run victory over Namibia. Sanjay Krishnamurthi named Player of the Match.

"Yes, we did our homework for every team now. - Monank Patel"

Chennai, February 15

USA skipper Monank Patel said his side did "homework" on every opponent for the ongoing T20 World Cup, including Namibia, after thrashing them by 31 runs in Chennai on Sunday.

Patel said the USA expected the pitch to improve, so a solid start was key. He also felt that after posting 199 runs, it was a good total that could be defended with tight bowling.

USA thumped Namibia by 31 runs in match 27 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday.

USA batted first and made 199 runs in 20 overs, and then successfully defended the total to secure their second win of the tournament.

"Yes, we did our homework for every team now. We have done it for Namibia, too. I thought winning that toss and batting first, we knew that the wickets were going to get better, so we wanted to make sure that we got a proper start, and I thought the partnership between myself and Shayan was very crucial. And later on, the way Sanjay finished off the innings, great to see him, and we knew that 200 is a good score if we keep good pressure through our bowling," Patel said after the match.

Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Player of the Match, after his match innings of 68 off 33 balls, said he avoided unnecessary risks and focused on his strength of hitting off the back foot, looking to rotate strike.

"I didn't want to take any unnecessary risks, but I think my strength is that I can hit off the back foot. So I was looking for that ball, looking to rotate. And then I think after 14 overs is when I decided to go," Krishnamurthi said.

- ANI

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Sanjay N
Sanjay Krishnamurthi played a brilliant, mature innings. 68 off 33 is no joke! His comment about not taking unnecessary risks and targeting the 14-over mark shows smart cricket. The IPL scouts must be watching.
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Priyanka N
"We did our homework" – that's the key phrase. It shows respect for the opponent and professional preparation. Many full-member teams could learn from this attitude. Well done, USA!
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Rahul R
Good win, but let's be honest, beating Namibia is expected. The real test will be against the top teams. Their bowling will need to be much tighter. The batting looks promising though.
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Kavya N
So happy to see players of Indian origin shining on the global stage! Monank Patel and Sanjay Krishnamurthi – making us proud. The diaspora is a huge talent pool for cricket.
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Michael C
As someone new to cricket in the US, it's exciting to see our team compete like this. The strategy talk from the captain is very insightful. Makes the game more interesting to follow!

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