2022 T20 World Cup Final
Pakistan were still searching for a final-over surge when Sam Curran closed the innings brilliantly. The 137/8 total left little margin for error, and England's measured chase made that scoreboard pressure feel manageable.
Match Snapshot
England vs Pakistan - Final, played at Melbourne Cricket Ground on 13 November 2022.
Pakistan 137/8 (20 overs), England 138/5 (19 overs). England won by 5 wickets.
Key Moments of the Match
- Sam Curran's spell kept Pakistan to a below-par total in a final.
- Adil Rashid and Curran controlled the middle overs when Pakistan needed acceleration.
- Ben Stokes paced the chase with an unbeaten fifty instead of forcing risky shots.
Quick Facts
Why 1992 Cricket World Cup Final Is Historic
England ke white-ball era ko aur strong legitimacy mili
Pakistan pace-led tournament run ka emotionally heavy end bana
Match Overview
Match Overview
- Pakistan never fully escaped England's bowling control, with Sam Curran and Adil Rashid making scoring difficult through the middle and death overs.
- Shan Masood's 38 and a few late boundaries pushed Pakistan to 137/8, but the total still looked a little short on a big MCG final surface.
- England's chase was not explosive, but Ben Stokes managed the innings like a knockout specialist and kept the required rate under control.
- Pakistan stayed in the contest through disciplined seam bowling, but Shaheen Afridi's injury reduced their endgame options at the most important stage.
- Stokes finished unbeaten and completed England's white-ball double after their 2019 ODI World Cup win.
Scorecard
Turning Point: Pakistan finish too low after Curran's death overs
Pakistan were still searching for a final-over surge when Sam Curran closed the innings brilliantly. The 137/8 total left little margin for error, and England's measured chase made that scoreboard pressure feel manageable.
- England never allowed Pakistan the kind of late burst that changes a T20 final.
- Curran's economy and wickets made Pakistan's total look at least 15 to 20 runs short.
- Once Stokes settled, England could chase without panic because the target remained under control.
Top Performances
| Team | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| England | Sam Curran | 3/12 in 4 overs in a world final |
| England | Ben Stokes | 52* off 49 balls to finish the chase |
| England | Adil Rashid | 2/22 and middle-overs control |
| Pakistan | Shan Masood | 38 off 28 as Pakistan's top scorer |
| Pakistan | Haris Rauf | 2 wickets to keep pressure in the chase |
Road to Final
England reached the final after a dominant semi-final win over India in Adelaide, where Buttler and Hales finished the chase without losing a wicket.
See T20 World Cup tournament historyPakistan entered the final by beating New Zealand in the semi-final after recovering from a shaky start to the tournament.
See T20 World Cup tournament historyMatch Timeline
- England chose to field first and immediately forced Pakistan into a cautious start at the MCG.
- Pakistan reached 137/8 after Curran, Woakes, Rashid and Jordan shared control across the innings.
- England lost early wickets in the chase, but Stokes held the innings together while Brook and Moeen provided support.
- England crossed the target in the 19th over and completed the white-ball world-title double.
Impact
- England ke white-ball era ko aur strong legitimacy mili
- Pakistan pace-led tournament run ka emotionally heavy end bana
- T20 finals aur Pakistan recent finals cluster ka major page hai
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FAQs
Quick answers to common questions about this match.
Who won the 2022 T20 World Cup Final?
England won the 2022 T20 World Cup Final by 5 wickets against Pakistan at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
What was the score in the 2022 T20 World Cup Final?
Pakistan scored 137/8 in 20 overs, and England chased 138/5 in 19 overs.
Who was player of the match in the 2022 T20 World Cup Final?
Sam Curran was Player of the Match for taking 3 wickets for 12 runs in 4 overs.
Why was the 2022 T20 World Cup Final important for England?
The win made England the holders of both the ODI World Cup and the T20 World Cup at the same time, strengthening their white-ball legacy.
What was the turning point of the 2022 T20 World Cup Final?
The turning point was England's control at the death of Pakistan's innings, especially Sam Curran's spell, which held the target down to 137/8.
How did England and Pakistan reach the 2022 T20 World Cup Final?
England reached the final by thrashing India in the semi-final, while Pakistan reached it by defeating New Zealand after a comeback run through the tournament.
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