Sanjay smashed a blistering 68 off just 33 balls to power USA to a formidable 199-run total after the openers had laid a solid foundation in the powerplay. The USA eventually restricted Namibia to 168\/6 in 20 overs to register their second consecutive victory in the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think against the spinners, it was holding a little bit. So I didn't want to take any unnecessary risks, but my strength is hitting off the back foot. I was looking for that ball and trying to rotate the strike. After 14 overs, is when I decided to go,\u201d Sanjay said after receiving the award.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The youngster credited the opening pair for providing the ideal platform on a slow and turning surface. \u201cAbsolutely. Both the openers getting us through the power play with 50 or 60 really helped set the tone. On a wicket like this, where we knew it's a little bit slow and turning, that powerplay is crucial, and they did amazing.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sanjay revealed that his aggressive approach was the result of focused preparation ahead of the tournament. \u201cWe had a month-long camp in Sri Lanka. I was working on a lot of power-hitting stuff to know that I can hit the balls in my zone for six and then work around that. That's pretty much how I play my game.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The youngster credited the opening pair for providing the ideal platform on a slow and turning surface. \u201cAbsolutely. Both the openers getting us through the power play with 50 or 60 really helped set the tone. On a wicket like this, where we knew it's a little bit slow and turning, that powerplay is crucial, and they did amazing.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This is the USA's second consecutive win in the tournament, and with this, they have kept their hopes alive of reaching the Super 8 stage. However, the USA will need either India or Pakistan to lose both their remaining group stage matches by good margins.<\/p>\r\n\r\n