Milind Kumar produced a stunning unbeaten century as USA chased down a target of 331 against the United Arab Emirates to register their biggest successful ODI run chase in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2.
Playing at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas, USA reached 332/4 in 48.5 overs to beat UAE by six wickets. Milind Kumar remained unbeaten on 116 from 84 balls, while Shubham Ranjane provided excellent support with an unbeaten 57.
The victory also moved USA to the top of the League 2 standings and strengthened their push towards the 2027 Cricket World Cup qualification process.
UAE Post 330/8
After USA won the toss and elected to bowl, UAE produced a strong batting performance and posted 330/8 in their 50 overs.
Muhammad Shahdad was the standout batter for UAE, scoring an impressive 114 off 107 balls. Tanish Suri also made a valuable contribution with 78 from 78 deliveries, including 10 fours and two sixes.
For USA, Harmeet Singh was the leading bowler, claiming 4/65 from 10 overs. Saurabh Netravalkar also picked up a wicket as UAE finished with a challenging total of 330.
Milind Kumar Leads Record Chase
USA's reply initially saw contributions from several batters before Milind Kumar took control of the chase.
Milind smashed an unbeaten 116 off just 84 balls, including seven fours and five sixes. His strike rate of more than 138 underlined the attacking nature of his innings.
Monank Patel contributed 55, while Saiteja Mukkamalla scored 56. But the decisive partnership came between Milind and Shubham Ranjane.
The pair added an unbeaten 160-run partnership for the fifth wicket, taking USA from a challenging position to a comfortable victory. Ranjane finished unbeaten on 57 from 49 balls.
Milind's performance also saw him become USA's leading six-hitter in men's ODI cricket. His five sixes took his career tally to 38, moving him ahead of Monank Patel's 34.
USA Script ODI History
The successful chase of 331 became USA's highest-ever ODI run chase, surpassing their previous record of 294/7 against Nepal in Dallas in 2024.
It was also the second-highest successful chase in the history of Cricket World Cup League 2.
For Milind Kumar, the unbeaten 116 was his fifth ODI century and another major performance in a strong run of form. He was named Player of the Match for his match-winning contribution.
USA vs UAE Score Summary
UAE – 330/8 (50 overs)
Muhammad Shahdad – 114 (107)
Tanish Suri – 78 (78)
Adeeb Usmani – 36 (37)
Harmeet Singh – 4/65
Saurabh Netravalkar – 1/38
USA – 332/4 (48.5 overs)
Milind Kumar – 116* (84)
Shubham Ranjane – 57* (49)
Saiteja Mukkamalla – 56 (62)
Monank Patel – 55 (62)
Ali Naseer – 1/60
Result: USA won by 6 wickets
Player of the Match: Milind Kumar
Venue: Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas
Tournament: ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, 2023–27
With their latest victory, USA continue to strengthen their position in League 2 and have already secured a place in the Cricket World Cup Qualifier. Their impressive run chase also provides further momentum as they pursue a place at the 2027 ODI World Cup.
