T20 World Cup
Pakistan elected to field first against India in the 19th match of the ICC World T20 Cup, held at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
India’s Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Risabh Pant (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Shivam Dube
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
- Arshdeep Singh
Pakistan’s Playing XI:
- Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
- Babar Azam (c)
- Usman Khan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Shadab Khan
- Imad Wasim
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Naseem Shah
- Mohammad Amir
- Haris Rauf
Meanwhile, cricketing legends Shahid Afridi, Yuvraj Singh, Sachin Tendulkar, and Chris Gayle were spotted making their way to the pavilion, adding to the excitement and prestige of the event.
Earlier in the day, heavy rain swept over the bustling city of New York, causing a delay in the toss for the much-anticipated T20 clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan.
Sources close to the tournament organizers reported that the weather caused significant disruptions.
The Nassau Cricket Stadium pitch, set to host the showdown, was covered to protect it from the deluge as ground staff worked tirelessly to preserve the playing surface.
Dubbed the “mother of all clashes,” this match is crucial for both teams. Pakistan, led by Babar Azam, is eager for a win following a shocking loss to the United States in their tournament opener.
India, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, is looking to secure a spot in the Super 8 with a victory, having already defeated Ireland in their first match.
The return of Imad Wasim after a rib injury is a significant boost for Pakistan. “He [Imad] will be available,” confirmed Pakistan coach Gary Kirsten, emphasizing the team’s determination to bounce back from their recent defeat and highlighting the importance of a collective team effort.
India’s captain Rohit Sharma, who suffered an arm injury against Ireland, acknowledged the challenges posed by the pitch’s variable bounce. He stressed the importance of playing good cricket and adapting to the conditions to secure a win.
As cricket fans around the world tune in, the looming weather adds an unpredictable twist to this highly anticipated encounter.
The local start time is set for 10:30 am, with live broadcasts scheduled for 2:30 pm GMT, 7:30 pm PST, and 8:00 pm IST. The outcome of this match could significantly impact the tournament’s dynamics, making it a must-watch event despite the weather disruptions.
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