ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pakistan’s hopes of advancing to the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 rely heavily on the outcome of today’s match between Ireland and the USA. The match is scheduled to take place at the Central Broward Park and Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida.
The weather forecast for Florida appears favorable, with only a 20% chance of rain during the game. Although the probability of rain may increase to 30% by noon, the likelihood of a washout seems diminished considering the current weather conditions.
For Pakistan to progress to the next stage, it is imperative that Ireland emerges victorious in this crucial match. A washout would effectively eliminate Pakistan from contention for the Super 8 stage. However, there are stipulations in place to ensure a conclusive outcome, requiring a minimum of five overs to be played in each innings, with an allowance of 90 additional minutes for any weather-related delays.
Meanwhile, Pakistan is gearing up to face Ireland in their final group match scheduled for Sunday, June 16, at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill. With both teams vying for a spot in the Super 8 stage, the last three matches of Group A are set to be held in Florida, which has experienced adverse weather conditions, including flooding, earlier in the week.
India has already secured qualification for the next stage from Group A. However, both Pakistan and the USA are locked in a battle to secure their spot in the same stage, making today’s match between Ireland and the USA crucial for Pakistan’s aspirations.