In their debut appearance at the T20 World Cup, the USA, co-hosting alongside the West Indies, made a resounding start, comfortably defeating fellow debutants Canada by seven wickets.
Canada's innings was anchored by Navneet Dhaliwal's 61 and Nicholas Kirton's quick-fire 31-ball 51, enabling them to post a competitive total of 194 for five. However, the USA's batting lineup proved too strong.
Andries Gous laid the foundation with a steady 65, while Aaron Jones produced a breathtaking unbeaten knock of 94 from just 40 deliveries. Jones' innings was a masterclass of power-hitting, featuring 10 towering sixes and four boundaries. His explosive batting propelled the USA to their target in just 17.4 overs, with seven wickets to spare.
This comprehensive victory sets the tone for the USA's campaign in the tournament, showcasing their capabilities and determination to make an impact on the global stage.
