Monank Patel, the standout batter and captain of the USA, delivered an exceptional performance on August 13th during the 20th match of the Cricket World Cup League-II 2023-27. In the clash against Canada at Sportpark Westvliet, Patel led his team to set a formidable target, putting Canada under pressure in their chase. After Canada won the toss and chose to bowl first, the United States capitalised on the opportunity to display their batting prowess.
Patel, renowned for his consistent and skilled play, shone with an unbeaten 123 runs off just 95 balls. His innings were a brilliant demonstration of both precision and power, earning admiration from fans and critics alike.
The Indian-origin batter, already celebrated for his outstanding performances in the T20 World Cup, once again proved his calibre in the 50-over format.
The match also featured a strong debut from a former under-19 World Cup-winning player from India, who contributed a valuable 63 runs. Patel, together with Smit Patel, forged a crucial 58-run partnership, further solidifying the USA's commanding position.
Patel’s explosive century was the defining moment of the match, winning over the fans and setting a challenging target of 305 for Nicholas Kirton’s Canadian team to pursue.