England first men’s side to hold T20 World Cup and 50-over World Cup titles simultaneously as Ben Stokes steers side to five-wicket win over Pakistan at Melbourne Cricket Ground; England win T20 World Cup title for first time since 2010 and end Pakistan’s hopes of repeating 1992 triumph
Ben Stokes starred in a final once again as England became dual white-ball world champions after overcoming Pakistan by five wickets to win the T20 World Cup at the MCG.
Jos Buttler’s side added the T20 trophy to the 50-over silverware they had lifted in dramatic style at Lord’s in 2019 and are now the first men’s team to hold both titles simultaneously.
Stokes played an instrumental role in the run chase against New Zealand three and a half years ago and was at the heart of matters once again with his unbeaten 52 from 49 balls propelling England to their target of 138 with an over to spare on a spicy pitch against a fine and fired-up Pakistan bowling attack.
