By Natalia Rueda 
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. – This past Sunday, June 9, Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, N.Y. was transformed into a sea of blue and green, as fans flocked to witness the first ever clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on American soil. The T20 cricket World Cup, co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies, has been electrifying sports fans and making headlines around the world. But Sunday’s match on Long Island surpassed all expectations, with record-breaking crowds and a surprising advancement for the United States team.
What began as a mere buzz and curiosity for cricket in the United States quickly turned into a full-blown fever after the USA team’s unexpected victory over Pakistan last week. Social media buzzed with the news and fans flocked to witness the first ever T20 clash between these powerhouse teams in America.
But it was the match on Sunday that truly showcased the potential for cricket to carve out a substantial niche among American sports fans. With a record-breaking crowd of 34,000 spectators at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, the support for both India and Pakistan was overwhelming. The energy and enthusiasm in the stands mirrored the intensity on the field, as these two teams battled it out for a place in the Super 8s.
The United States team, which surprised everyone with their victory over Pakistan, has truly proven to be a force to be reckoned with. In a country where football, basketball, and baseball dominate, cricket’s rising popularity is undeniable. And with the USA team’s advancement to the Super 8s, their performance and success will only continue to fuel the growth of the sport in America.
United States advances to the Super 8 of the T20 World Cup
Heavy rain caused by tropical storms hit the Florida area and left the playing field unplayable, with the match officially canceled after several inspections. While the harsh weather conditions may have been a disappointment for some, for the United States team it meant their advancement to the next round. This point, gained from the cancelled match, puts them at the top of their group with a tally of five points from four matches.
As the T20 cricket World Cup heads towards its final on June 29th in Jamaica, all eyes will be on the U.S. team and their performance on the field. It’s clear that with more moments like this past Sunday, cricket fever is set to spread.
With information from The Hill