Jatinder the hero as Oman down USA in Super Over thriller
It looked like Oman had enough runs on the board to defend, but Jasdeep Singh took 17 from the final six deliveries to ensure the match was sent into a deciding Super Over.
USA v Oman | Match Highlights | ICC Cricket World Cup League 2
Oman clinched a thriller with a Super Over victory against the USA in League 2 action in Lauderhill
Harmeet Singh and Andries Gous could only manage 13 runs from the USA Super Over, with Jatinder smashing 12 runs from the first three deliveries of Oman's extra over to virtually clinch the victory.
The win sees Oman move past Scotland and up to third place on the League 2 standings, while USA remain in second spot.
Oman will be back in action on Friday when they take on Canada at the same venue in Lauderhill. ICC CWC League 2, 2023-27NewsUSA vs Oman - Match 70 - 5/21/2025
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