Bowlers, Dodson set up USA's first win

A day after wicketkeeper Akeem Dodson questioned the motivation of the USA players, they turned in a strong performance to bundle Jersey for 87 for their first win of the tournament in Bready. Dodson himself set an example, effecting six dismissals behind the wicket, a record for any T20 involving international teams.

The win, however, was set up by left-arm pacer Naseer Jamali and right-arm pacer Hammad Shahid who picked up three wickets each. Jamali punched the early holes, reducing Jersey to 36 for 4 in 6.1 overs before Shahid dismantled the middle order. Timil Patil then wrapped up the tail as Jersey folded for 87 inside 18 overs. Besides Anthony Kay and Charles Perchard who made identical scores of 18 off 17 balls, Ben Stevens was the only other batsman to manage double-figures.

Fahad Babar and Dodson added 60 for the opening partnership to give USA a bright start in their chase. However, the wicket of Dodson sparked a wobble as USA lost four wickets in a space of 10 runs and two overs. Nicholas Standford then became Nat Watkins' third victim but the Patels - Mrunal and Timil - got their side over the line with 26 balls to spare.