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Stoinis and Warner Propel Australia to Victory Over Oman

Jun 6, 2024 1 min read

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Australia achieved a 39-run victory over Oman in their T20 World Cup opener at Kensington Oval, Barbados. Marcus Stoinis was instrumental, scoring an unbeaten 67 off 36 balls, and also taking three wickets. Australia's innings reached 164/5 in 20 overs, despite an early struggle at 50/3. David Warner contributed significantly with a half-century, surpassing Aaron Finch as Australia's most prolific T20 batter.

Oman, chasing a target of 165, managed 125/9 in their 20 overs. Ayaan Khan was the top scorer for Oman with 36 runs. Mehran Khan was notable among Oman's bowlers, claiming 2/38, while Bilal Khan and Kaleemullah took one wicket each. With this victory, Australia aims to become the first team to simultaneously hold the World Test Championship, the 50-over World Cup, and the T20 World Cup.

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