As teams continue to face off in the T20 World Cup, England's Jonny Bairstow and Namibia's David Weise share their thoughts on their recent match. While Bairstow praises his partnership with Harry Brook on a tricky wicket, Weise credits England's quick-fire knocks for their win. Meanwhile, Canada's coach reflects on the washed-out game against India and the experience gained by interacting with the top team.
Jonny Bairstow and David Wiese Share Insights on T20 World Cup Match
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 has witnessed some thrilling encounters, and the match between England and Namibia was no exception. Following the game, star English batter Jonny Bairstow and Namibian all-rounder David Wiese shared their perspectives on the contest.
Bairstow: Partnership with Brook Key on Tricky Wicket
England's Bairstow, who scored a crucial 35 off 26 deliveries, commended his partnership with Harry Brook (47 off 27 balls). "It was a tricky wicket to bat on, so to get a partnership with Harry Brook was really important," Bairstow said. "We took it deep and allowed us to put a competitive total on the board."
Weise: England's Quick-Fire Knocks Decisive
On the other hand, Wiese hailed England's quick-fire knocks for their victory. "England played fantastically well," Wiese remarked. "Their batters came in and played with great intent. They put up a formidable total in the powerplay, and that put us under a lot of pressure."
Canada Coach Reflects on Washed-Out Game Against India
Meanwhile, Canada's coach Dustin J. Moffat expressed his disappointment over their washed-out match against India. "Obviously, it's disappointing to not get any game time, but we still got a lot out of it," Moffat said. "Interacting with a top team like India, watching their training sessions, and getting their insights was invaluable."
Top 5 FAQs on Jonny Bairstow and the T20 World Cup
Q1: What is Jonny Bairstow's batting average in T20 internationals? A: 29.09
Q2: How many centuries has Jonny Bairstow scored in T20 cricket? A: 3
Q3: What is Namibia's highest T20 international score? A: 224/5 against Zimbabwe in 2019
Q4: Which team won the 2021 T20 World Cup? A: Australia
Q5: Where will the 2024 T20 World Cup be hosted? A: United States and West Indies
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