The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai was the setting for a match that felt like a classic showdown. India, the reigning T20 World Cup champions, faced off against the United States, ranked 18th in the world. The match began with a first innings powerplay that made it hard to tell which team was at a disadvantage.
India scored 44 runs with one wicket down after five overs. Although their scoring rate was lower than usual, the pitch conditions made their total score competitive. A major shift occurred when India lost three wickets in just six balls, giving the USA a chance to take control. Shadley van Schalkwyk, who had only conceded eight runs in his previous over, dismantled India’s top batting order.
Very few people were familiar with his name before this match. In a stunning display, he took out Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, and Shivam Dube in a single over. The 37-year-old right-arm pacer left everyone surprised with his performance. Who is Shadley van Schalkwyk?
