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T20 World Cup: In a sensational display of power-hitting , Canada posted a formidable total of 173/4 against New Zealand, courtesy of an impressive innings from Yuvraj Samra and a solid supporting effort from captain Dilpreet Bajwa.

The innings began cautiously, with Samra and Bajwa carefully negotiating the early overs against New Zealand’s pace duo of Matt Henry and Jacob Duffy. Samra, 19, quickly found his rhythm, dispatching Henry for consecutive fours to reach the first boundary for Canada, while Bajwa joined in to keep the scoreboard ticking. The pair expertly rotated the strike, gradually accelerating as the innings progressed.

By the end of the powerplay, Canada had raced to 50 without loss, with Samra already looking in ominous touch. It was during this period that Samra’s fluency became apparent; his precise placement and powerful lofted drives troubled New Zealand’s fielders when he cleared the ropes with a massive 87-metre six, announcing his intent to dominate.