Ali Khan confident in USA's T20 World Cup upset potential

Fast bowler Ali Khan asserted that the USA's victory in the T20I series against Bangladesh was far from a coincidence, expressing confidence that the team could pull off more surprises at the T20 World Cup.

"We [USA] are hungry, and are going to try to eat whoever comes in our way," Khan said. "This is a time where we can make some changes and adjust. Team looks balanced, and all the guys are hungry. I am sure USA will do some upset [in the T20 World Cup]," Khan said.

Khan emphasized the importance of putting the USA on the global cricket map, dismissing notions that their series win was merely a stroke of luck. 

"We need to put USA out there on the world cricket map. Sometimes when you win against a big side, they say oh it is a fluke. But beating them twice, back-to-back, winning the series is not a fluke. We have the talent, skills and the ability if given the opportunities," he further added.

Is is worth noting that Khan was named Player of the Match for his 3 for 25. His impactful bowling, particularly in the 18th over when Bangladesh needed 21 runs off 18 balls to chase down 145, was crucial. Dismissing the experienced Shakib Al Hasan on the first ball of his over and trapping Tanzim Hasan lbw shortly after, Khan's performance derailed Bangladesh's chase, ending their innings at 138 and securing a historic win for the USA.