Aaron Jones inspires USA to super-over win against Pakistan in T20 World Cup

Jones hits 36 in match and 11 in decider.

DRAMATIC WIN: Aaron Jones was the hero, hitting an unbeaten 36 in the chase, before striking 11 in the one-over decider to set a target of 19. Pic: AP Photo/Julio Cortez

The United States won a thrilling super over to seal a famous victory against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in Dallas. After both sides finished their innings on 159 in their Group A match at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, the tournament co-hosts held their nerve to pull off a major upset and make it back-to-back wins in the tournament.

Batting first in the super over, the USA made 18 for one, with Aaron Jones on 11 before being run out and seven runs coming via extras.