Women’s T20WC: Venues And Revamped Fixtures Announced
Now comes a big update when the ICC has come up with the updated schedule of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 that will be staged in the UAE. The event was moved from Bangladesh because of the ongoing political unrest but still labeled BCB’s event. Dubai and Sharjah will host the championship in October 2024. Composition of Group Stage and Important Teams The groups remain the same: six-time champions Australia will be placed in Group A against 2020’s runners-up India, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, while Group B is prepared with South Africa, England, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Scotland. This also means that both groups promise cricketing action with a twist. Australia’s UAE Debut and India’s Opening Encounter Defending champions Australia will make their UAE debut on October 5 against Asia Cup champions Sri Lanka. India, on the other hand, will be starting their campaign on October 4 against New Zealand in Dubai. Two cities-Dubai and Sharjah-are scheduled to host the tournament, while the fixtures are divided equally. Australia will be playing most of their games in Sharjah, while India will be seen in action in Dubai. Exciting Encounters: India vs Australia and India vs Pakistan The most anticipated face-off of the championship will surely be between India and Australia on October 13 in Sharjah, a repeat of the 2022 semi-final. Just before that, India will also meet arch-rivals Pakistan on October 6 in Dubai during a day match. Meanwhile, there is South Africa against England during October 7, at Sharjah in Group B. Semi-Finals and Grand Finale The first semi-final, on October 17, will be given to Dubai if India qualifies for that. Sharjah will host the second semi-final, on October 18. The final is scheduled at Dubai on October 20. Both semi-finals and the final have reserve days to accommodate for weather delays-to avoid a situation the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 faced in June, when this door-closer was seen as a massive oversight. Scotland vs Sri Lanka: Recent Form Both Scotland and Sri Lanka go into this tournament fresh from their participation in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers 2024 in Abu Dhabi. Sri Lanka remained unbeaten in all the six games played, whereas Scotland chalked four wins en route. The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be an action-packed one, with ten teams in contention for the title. All afternoon games will start at 2 pm local time and in the evening, during the semi-finals and final, games will start at 6 pm. With the shift of the venue now to the UAE, fans worldwide are looking forward to the tension and drama which this competition carries. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Super 8 T20 World Cup: Top Performers From The Group Stage
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has entered the Super 8 stage. In 40 matches played, the tournament has produced some exhilarating contests. There has been some individual brilliance – both with the bat and with the ball. As the Super 8 stage begins, it is a good time to look into the top performers from the group stage. Also, a quick look at individuals who have set the tournament ablaze. More than the runs scored, or wickets taken, the criterion is the impact they bring to the fore. 1. High Impact Performers PLAYER IMPACT SUMMARY PLAYER COUNTRY BATTING STYLE IMPACT POINTS RUNS WICKETS Marcus Stoinis Australia RHB 347.49 156 6 Rahmanullah Gurbaz Afghanistan RHB 264.9 167 – Tanzim Hasan Sakib Bangladesh RFM 253.77 4 9 Marcus Stoinis, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Tanzim Hasan Sakib have been making major impacts for their respective teams in the tournament. The impact points, which reflect the overall contribution of each player, are calculated based on their performance in runs and wickets. With already 2 Player Of The Match awards under his belt so far in the tournament,Marcus Stoinis from Australia leads with 347.49 impact points, having scored 156 runs and taken 6 wickets. He has been an absolute clutch for his team. Rahmanullah Gurbaz from Afghanistan follows with 264.9 impact points, contributing significantly with 167 runs. Tanzim Hasan Sakib from Bangladesh has 253.77 impact points, mainly due to his 9 wickets, although he scored only 4 runs. 2. Highest Run Getters TOP RUN SCORERS PLAYER COUNTRY BATTING STYLE RUNS INNINGS AVG Rahmanullah Gurbaz Afghanistan RHB 167 4 41.75 Nicholas Pooran West Indies LHB 164 4 41.00 Marcus Stoinis Australia RHB 156 3 78.00 The likes of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Nicholas Pooran, and Marcus Stoinis have been dominating the run charts at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Rahmanullah Gurbaz from Afghanistan leads with 167 runs in 4 innings, maintaining an average of 41.75. Nicholas Pooran from the West Indies is close behind with 164 runs in 4 innings, averaging 41.00. Marcus Stoinis from Australia, despite playing one less inning, has scored 156 runs with a remarkable average of 78.00. 3. Top Impact Batters BAT IMPACT SUMMARY PLAYER COUNTRY BATTING STYLE IMPACT POINTS RUNS Rahmanullah Gurbaz Afghanistan RHB 264.9 167 Marcus Stoinis Australia RHB 245.31 156 Nicholas Pooran West Indies LHB 196.49 164 Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Marcus Stoinis, and Nicholas Pooran are the ones whose bats are doing the talking this season. The batting impact points indicate the effectiveness of their performances. Rahmanullah Gurbaz from Afghanistan tops the list with 264.9 batting impact points, achieved by scoring 167 runs. Marcus Stoinis from Australia follows with 245.31 batting impact points and 156 runs. Nicholas Pooran from the West Indies has a batting impact of 196.49 points, having scored 164 runs. This data illustrates the significant contributions of these players to their respective teams through their batting performances. 4. Highest Wicket Takers TOP WICKET TAKERS PLAYER COUNTRY BOWLING STYLE WICKETS INNINGS AVG Fazalhaq Farooqi Afghanistan LFM 12 4 6.66 Trent Boult New Zealand LFM 9 4 6.55 Akeal Hosein West Indies SLA 9 4 6.88 The left arm bowlers – spin and pace combined, have been dominating the tournament with the likes of Fazalhaq Farooqi, Trent Boult, and Akeal Hosein. Fazalhaq Farooqi from Afghanistan leads the pack with 12 wickets in 4 innings, maintaining an average of 6.66. Trent Boult from New Zealand follows closely with 9 wickets in 4 innings and the best average among the three at 6.55. Akeal Hosein from the West Indies also has 9 wickets in 4 innings, with an average of 6.88. 5. Top Impact Bowlers BOWL IMPACT SUMMARY PLAYER COUNTRY BOWLING STYLE IMPACT POINTS RUNS Tanzim Hasan Sakib Bangladesh RFM 251.54 9 Fazalhaq Farooqi Afghanistan LFM 237.04 12 Anrich Nortje South Africa RF 220.47 9 Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Anrich Nortje have been bowling some fiery spells over the tournament so far. The bowling impact points measure their effectiveness and contributions through their wicket-taking abilities. Tanzim Hasan Sakib from Bangladesh leads with 251.54 bowling impact points, having taken 9 wickets. Fazalhaq Farooqi from Afghanistan follows closely with 237.04 impact points, with a higher wicket count of 12. Anrich Nortje from South Africa has a bowling impact of 220.47 points, also taking 9 wickets. As the fans gear up for the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the anticipation is palpable for more dramatic performances from both teams and individual players. The competition will only intensify from here on. Fans can expect more breathtaking displays of skill, making the Super 8 stage an unmissable spectacle. STATISTICS COURTESY : ESPNcricinfo The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: What is Team India’s Record in Super 8s?
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is proceeding towards the second stage, the Super 8s of the tournament. Often considered one of the critical stages in the tournament is the Super 8s, where the competition heats up as teams vie for a place in the semi-finals. Till Friday, a total of five teams have qualified for the next stage. Also Read: SportSci Summit 2024: Revolutionising Sports India, Australia, West Indies and South Africa are the four teams who have made it already to the Super 8s of the tournament with the most wins in their bag so far. Let’s explore the Indian Cricket Team’s performance in the Super 8s stage from 2007 to 2022. India’s Matches in Super 8s Stages (2007-2022) ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2007 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2007 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE New Zealand Lost by 10 runs Johannesburg England Won by 18 runs Durban South Africa Won by 37 runs Durban India had a mixed Super 8s performance in 2007. They lost to New Zealand but bounced back with victories against England and South Africa, leading to their successful run to the finals and eventual championship win. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2009 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2009 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE West Indies Lost by 7 wickets Lord’s England Lost by 3 runs Lord’s South Africa Lost by 12 runs Nottingham The 2009 Super 8s stage was disappointing for India as they lost all three matches against West Indies, England, and South Africa, resulting in their early exit from the tournament. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2010 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2010 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE Australia Lost by 49 runs Bridgetown West Indies Lost by 14 runs Bridgetown Sri Lanka Lost by 5 wickets Gros Islet Similar to 2009, the 2010 Super 8s stage saw India losing all their matches against Australia, West Indies, and Sri Lanka. This led to another early elimination from the tournament. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2012 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2012 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE Australia Lost by 9 wickets Colombo Pakistan Won by 8 wickets Colombo South Africa Won by 1 run Colombo India’s 2012 Super 8s campaign started poorly with a heavy loss to Australia but was revived with wins against Pakistan and South Africa. Despite the wins, they couldn’t progress to the semi-finals due to net run rate considerations. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2014 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2014 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE Pakistan Won by 7 wickets Dhaka West Indies Won by 7 wickets Dhaka Bangladesh Won by 8 wickets Dhaka Australia Won by 73 runs Dhaka India was dominant in the 2014 Super 8s stage, winning all their matches against West Indies, Bangladesh, and Australia. This strong performance helped them reach the finals, though they ended as runners-up to Sri Lanka. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2016 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 10s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2016 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE New Zealand Lost by 47 runs Nagpur Pakistan Won by 6 wickets Kolkata Bangladesh Won by 1 run Bangalore Australia Won by 6 wickets Mohali The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2016 saw the Super 10s format instead of Super 8s. India’s campaign was marked by Virat Kohli’s individual performances. It was a highlight of the tournament. Despite a rocky start against New Zealand, India bounced back with impressive victories over Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Australia. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2021 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 8s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2021 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE Pakistan Lost by 10 wickets Dubai New Zealand Lost by 8 wickets Dubai Afghanistan Won by 66 runs Abu Dhabi Scotland Won by 8 wickets Dubai Namibia Won by 9 wickets Dubai In 2021, India faced a challenging Super 8s stage, losing to Pakistan and New Zealand. They managed to win their remaining matches against Afghanistan, Scotland and Namibia but did not progress to the semi-finals due to their earlier defeats. ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2022 INDIA’S RECORD IN THE SUPER 12s – ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2022 OPPONENT RESULT VENUE Pakistan Won by 4 wickets Melbourne Netherlands Won by 56 runs Sydney South Africa Lost by 5 wickets Perth Bangladesh Won by 5 runs. (DLS) Adelaide Zimbabwe Won by 71 runs Melbourne India’s record at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups has been a mix of highs and lows. While they have had dominant performances in some years, they have also faced disappointing exits in others. Their journey over the editions has so far been unpredictable yet a very promising one with the men in blue winning most of the games in the tournament. Now let’s have a look at India’s overall record in the Super 8s stages overall during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups. INDIA’S WIN PERCENTAGE IN OVERALL ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP SUPER 8s YEAR MATCHES WON LOST PERCENTAGE 2007 3 2 1 66.67% 2009 3 0 0 0.00% 2010 3 0 0 0.00% 2012 3 2 1 66.67%. 2014 4 4 4 100.00% 2016 The tournament saw Super 10s round instead of Super 8s 2021 5 3 2 60.00% 2022 The tournament saw Super 12s round instead of Super 8s India’s performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super 8s stages has seen a mix of highs and lows. Overall the team has been competitive and efficient throughout. Although the format shifted to the Super 10s and Super 12s in later tournaments, India’s journey in the Super 8s stages has been a fair one. What is the Super 8s format in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup? In the Super 8s stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, teams that advance from the initial group stage will be split into two groups: Group 1 and
India vs Canada, 2024 T20 World Cup: What are the chances of rain in Lauderhill, Florida?
The Indian Cricket Team, led by Rohit Sharma, will play their last group stage game before the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 moves to the Super 8 stage. They will face Canada, led by Saad Bin Zafar, in their upcoming game. The game is scheduled at Lauderhill, Florida, but there’s concern about the weather. Heavy rain is expected, which could affect the game. This has been a significant issue in recent matches at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground. Earlier, a match between the United States and Ireland was washed out due to rain, allowing the hosts to advance to the Super 8s along with India. The Indian Cricket Team will aim to resolve any remaining issues before the next stage. Check the Indian Cricket Team’s record in the Super 8 stages across various editions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups here. However, the gloomy weather and potential downpour might impact the game today. Weather Predictions – 15.06.2024 Heavy rain and thunderstorms are predicted throughout the early hours of the day at the venue. While the match is slated for a 10:30 AM start, the chance for rainfall has been forecast at 50 per cent. However, the rain is predicted to subside post-noon, dipping below 30 per cent from 1 PM local time. Lauderhill, Florida chances for rain – 15.06.2024 Local time (IST) Chances for Rainfall 6 AM (3:30 PM IST) 48% 8 AM (5:30 PM IST) 47% 10 AM (7:30 PM IST) 47% 12 PM (9:30 PM IST) 30% 2 PM (11:30 PM IST) 20% What will happen if the India vs Canada game is washed out? If the game in Florida is washed out, India will finish at the top of Group A with seven points. Canada will gain one point from the washout, moving them to the third position ahead of Pakistan after their last group game. Pakistan will need to win against Ireland in their final group match to secure the third position in the standings. What to expect apart from rains? The upcoming game against Canada is crucial for Virat Kohli to find his form before the crucial stage of the tournament. Kohli, who usually performs exceptionally well for RCB in the IPL, hasn’t shown the same level of batting for India so far in this T20 World Cup. His scores have been low, with only 4, 1, and 0 runs in his last three innings. Kohli will be hoping to face the Canadian bowling attack with the same dominance he displays in the IPL. However, his performances in Florida haven’t matched his usual standards. He has scored a total of 63 runs in three innings here, averaging 21.00, and is not even among the top 150 run-scorers of the tournament so far. Changes In Squad. With the Indian Cricket Team already qualified for the Super 8 stages of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the men in blue would be probably looking forward to resting a few of their key players and experimenting with the ones who haven’t yet featured in the tournament. Fans are likely to see Sanju Samson making his way into the squad alongside the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav. Probable 11 Rohit Sharma (Capt), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel,Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: Fast Bowlers Rule, Spinners Take Backseat at Nassau County Cricket Stadium
In a low-scoring game against the USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, the Indian Cricket Team captain Rohit Sharma used only three overs of spin, all from Axar Patel. India’s pace bowlers were more effective on the New York surface, with Axar and Ravindra Jadeja bowling just nine overs of spin across three matches. Despite having four front-line spinners, including Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal, the team relied heavily on seam bowlers like Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh. Arshdeep shone with career-best figures of 4/9, aided by a stunning catch from Mohammed Siraj. As the games at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium are done, let’s dissect how well or not so well were the conditions at the venue during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. How did the bowlers perform?At the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, bowlers have dominated, especially the pace bowlers. India’s seamers like Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj have performed exceptionally well, with Arshdeep achieving career-best figures of 4/9. South Africa’s Anrich Nortje set the record for the best bowling figures on this ground with an impressive 4/7 in 4 overs against Sri Lanka, who were bowled out for just 77 runs. Spin bowlers have been less effective, with India’s spinners like Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja bowling just a few overs. Other teams have also relied more on their pace bowlers due to the low-scoring nature of the pitch. How did the batters perform?Batters have found it challenging to score high on this ground due to the effective pace bowling. However, South Africa’s David Miller holds the record for most runs scored at this venue, amassing 94 runs in his 3 innings with an impressive batting average of 94 and a strike rate of 98.94. India managed to win their matches with solid but not spectacular batting performances, while other teams like the USA struggled to post competitive totals. Key batters, such as Nitish Kumar from the USA, showed some resistance but were often dismissed before making significant contributions. Overall, the pitch at Nassau County has been tough for batters, making it a bowlers’ paradise during the tournament. Drop-In Pitches: A Big No.The drop-in pitches at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup have faced criticism for their poor quality. These pitches have shown uneven bounce and cracks, making them unsafe for players, as seen when India’s captain Rohit Sharma was hit by an unexpectedly bouncing ball in the match against Ireland. The main issue seems to be the late installation and inadequate preparation of the pitches. Drop-in pitches need to be installed well in advance and undergo various rolling techniques to achieve the proper density and consistency required for high-quality cricket. However, these pitches were only installed in May, giving them insufficient time to mature. Despite being transported from Australia and prepared by an experienced curator, the late installation and lack of proper preparation have resulted in pitches that are not suitable for a major tournament like the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup or rather any ICC tournament. Expensive Tickets The attendance for India’s match against Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium was lower than expected, despite a sizeable Indian community in New York and nearby New Jersey. There were around 20,000 fans, but the atmosphere was subdued. The main reasons seem to be poor marketing efforts and expensive ticket prices. The grand stands were filled, but the premium North and South stands, priced at around $1,000, had many empty seats, which didn’t look good on the broadcast. Fans who attended complained about mediocre arrangements and poor facilities, especially considering the high ticket prices. Ticket prices at Nassau during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 were notably high. For the India-Ireland match, premium tickets such as the Diamond Club were priced at $7,500, Corner Clubs at $950, and Premium Club Lounge seats at $900. For the India-Pakistan match, the Diamond Club tickets at $10,000, Corner Clubs at $2,750, and Premium Club Lounge seats at $2,500. This steep pricing has made it challenging to fill these premium seats, contributing to the lower turnout. For India’s final game in New York against the USA, ticket prices were back to those of the Ireland match. Check out the cheapest and the costliest ticket at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium for the India vs Pakistan clash. Substandard Services OfferedDuring the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Ground, there have been complaints about poor quality services. Fans have criticized the arrangements and facilities, saying they were not up to standard for such a major event. For example, during matches, fans reported issues like long queues at food and beverage stalls, insufficient seating distribution facilities, and inadequate parking arrangements. Some fans also mentioned problems with viewing angles and overall stadium maintenance, which affected their experience negatively. These shortcomings have led to disappointment among attendees, highlighting the need for better organization and improved services at future events held at the venue. As India heads to Florida to face Canada and then to the spin-friendly Caribbean for the second round, the bowling strategy is expected to change. The dominance of seamers at Nassau County might give way to a more spin-focused attack. All-rounder Hardik Pandya and medium-pacer Shivam Dube played significant roles in New York, but the team will likely include more spinners for the upcoming matches. Arshdeep’s excellent performance might keep him in the team, though he or Mohammed Siraj could be replaced by an additional spinner in the Caribbean. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: Which Teams Have Qualified for Super 8s so far?
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 recently saw the Indian Cricket Team qualify for the Super Eights. Arshdeep Singh with his pace and swing made it difficult for the USA batters to score. He ended up with impressive figures of 4/9 in his quota of 4 overs. Suryakumar Yadav’s bat did the talking with a slow crafted 50* off 49 deliveries taking the Indian Cricket Team into the Super Eights. As India celebrates their qualifications let’s have a look at which teams from each group have qualified into the Super Eights of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 and what is the scenario for the other teams from their respective groups with regards to qualifications. Group A – IndiaRohit Sharma’s India is the third team to qualify for the Super Eights of the tournament. India had beaten Ireland by eight wickets and Pakistan by six runs before defeating the USA to advance to the next round. India is next supposed to play against Canada on June 15, 2024 before entering into the Super Eights. GROUP A QUALIFICATION SCENARIO TEAM MATCHES POINTS REMAINING GAMES QUALIFICATION STATUS India 3 6 Canada (June 15) Qualified. Have won all three games and have made it through. USA 3 4 Ireland (June 14) Favourites to qualify. A win over Ireland will secure their qualification. Pakistan 3 2 Ireland (June 16) Slim chance. Needs to beat Ireland by a big margin and hope for a major slip-up from the USA. Canada 3 2 India (June 15) Slim chance. Needs to beat India by a big margin and hope Pakistan and the USA lose their last games heavily. Ireland 2 0 Pakistan (June 16) Out. Their hopes of advancing have been quashed after three losses. Group B – AustraliaAustralia clinched a victory over Namibia by nine wickets on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 to move on to the Super Eights stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team, led by Mitchell Marsh, has won all three of their first matches and will play against Scotland in their last match on June 16. GROUP B QUALIFICATION SCENARIO TEAM MATCHES POINTS REMAINING GAMES QUALIFICATION STATUS Australia 3 6 Scotland (June 15) Qualified. The Kangaroos have sailed through to the next round with three comprehensive wins. Scotland 3 5 Australia (June 15) Favourites to qualify. All they need to do is avoid a heavy defeat against Australia England 2 1 Oman (June 13), Namibia (June 15) Slim chance. Needs two massive wins to stay in the tournament. Namibia 3 2 England (June 15) Out. Will not be able to qualify even with a win against England. Oman 3 0 England (June 13) Out. Their tournament will end on June 13, regardless of the result of their last match. Group C – West IndiesThe West Indies is the most recent team to have qualified for the Super Eights rebound of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The men in maroon put New Zealand to the sword in their most recent game and came out victorious by 13 runs. GROUP C QUALIFICATION SCENARIO TEAM MATCHES POINTS REMAINING GAMES QUALIFICATION STATUS West Indies 3 6 Afghanistan (June 17) Qualified. The two-time champions and co-hosts have qualified after three straight wins. Afghanistan 2 4 PNG (June 13), West Indies (June 17) Favourites to qualify. Nearly through with four points and a healthy NRR. Only need a point from the last two matches. Uganda 3 2 New Zealand (June 14) Mathematical chance. Needs a massive win over New Zealand and a slip-up from Afghanistan. Papua New Guinea 2 0 Afghanistan (June 13), New Zealand (June 17) Slim chance. Must beat Afghanistan and New Zealand by healthy margins and need Afghanistan to lose their other match by a big margin. New Zealand 2 0 Uganda (June 14), PNG (June 17) Slim chance. Needs Afghanistan to slip up dramatically to have a shot at the Super Eights. Group D – South AfricaSouth Africa is the first team from Group D to qualify for the Super Eights round of the tournament. They have won all three of their matches so far and will play against Nepal in their fourth and final group stage match on June 15, 2024. GROUP D QUALIFICATION SCENARIO TEAM MATCHES POINTS REMAINING GAMES QUALIFICATION STATUS South Africa 3 6 Nepal (June 14) Qualified. Despite early stutters, the Proteas have managed to pass the test and have gone through. Bangladesh 2 2 Netherlands (June 13), Nepal (June 16) Favourites to qualify. Needs to win their next two games to secure qualification. One win, one loss, and a win for the Netherlands will bring the equation down to NRR. Netherlands 2 2 Bangladesh (June 13), Sri Lanka (June 16) Favourites to qualify. A win over Bangladesh will give them an edge going into the last round of matches. Nepal 2 1 South Africa (June 14), Bangladesh (June 16) Slim chance. Needs to win against tough opponents South Africa and Bangladesh. Sri Lanka 3 1 Netherlands (June 16) Out. The 2014 champions are out of contention yet again. With the remaining 4 spots still open for the Super Eights the next couple of fixtures at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 guarantee the audience to be on their edge of the seats. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
USA vs India: How Babar Azam’s Pakistan Can Still Qualify for Super 8s?
The next encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the USA will take on India in New York. While this match is important for both teams, it holds special significance for the Pakistan Cricket fans. Babar Azam and his men will be hoping that the USA can pull off a surprise victory against India, which would greatly help Pakistan’s chances in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Pakistan’s Situation in the T20 World CupPakistan has faced a tough time in the tournament so far. They have lost two matches and are now in a difficult position. However, they are not out of the competition yet. Their future in the tournament depends on the performances of India and the USA. The 2024 T20 World Cup has been full of surprises, with top teams losing to underdogs. Pakistan, who were finalists in the 2022 World Cup, have struggled this time. Their batting, bowling, and fielding have not been up to the mark, putting them on the brink of elimination. A Ray of Hope for Pakistan Despite their struggles, Pakistan still has a chance to make it to the Super 8s if certain things go their way. After losing to both the USA and India, Pakistan won against Canada, improving their net run rate to 0.191. For Pakistan to advance, they must:1. Beat Ireland Pakistan needs to win their match against Ireland.2. USA to Lose Two Matches The USA needs to lose their two remaining matches against India on June 12 and Ireland on June 14. Even if the USA loses by a total of ten runs (assuming a score of 140 by the team batting first), any win for Pakistan will be enough as long as they score at least 112 when batting first. Weather ConcernsPakistan also has to worry about the weather for their match against Ireland at Lauderhill. A previous game at this venue between Sri Lanka and Nepal was washed out due to rain. If the USA gains even one more point and Pakistan loses a point due to a washout, Pakistan will be out of the World Cup. For Pakistani fans, the upcoming matches are critical. They will be hoping for favorable results and clear skies to keep their World Cup hopes alive. You may also likeUSA vs. India: Weather, Playing XI, Injuries, and Game Changers The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
USA v IND: What’s the weather update, probable Playing XI, Injury Updates, & game changers for Group A clash in New York
USA v IND: The Indian Cricket Team currently holds the top position in Group A after a scintillating victory over Pakistan. Remarkably, the USA is in second place, trailing India only due to a lower Net Run Rate. As these two teams prepare to face each other at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, the winning team will secure their spot in the Super Eights. Both players and the fans are super excited for the contest. Before this edge-of-the-seat contest, let’s look at the weather conditions, injury updates, and game-changers for this clash. New York City Weather Forecast, USA vs India, T20 WC 2024 The weather in New York City has been a big topic during the T20 World Cup 2024, and not for good reasons. It has been unpredictable, affecting a few games. The forecast is better for Wednesday’s match between India and the USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. There should be little to no rain, it will be cloudy, and the humidity will be around 50%, making it comfortable for the players. Both India and the USA have won their first two matches, making this game important. India is the favorite, but they must be cautious against the hosts. India might make one change to their team. India’s Probable Playing XI vs USA:Rohit Sharma (BAT), Yashasvi Jaiswal (BAT), Virat Kohli (BAT), Suryakumar Yadav (BAT), Rishabh Pant (WICKET KEEPER), Hardik Pandya (BAT / SEAM), Ravindra Jadeja (BAT / SPIN), Axar Patel (BAT / SPIN), Mohammed Siraj (SEAM), Jasprit Bumrah (SEAM), Arshdeep Singh (SEAM) Team News and Injury UpdateIndia is considering changes for this important match. Ravindra Jadeja might be replaced by Kuldeep Yadav, and Yashasvi Jaiswal might come in for Shivam Dube. The USA has no injury issues and will likely use the same team. They have been performing well and hope to win against India. Key players like Saurabh Netravalkar and Aaron Jones will be crucial if the USA wants to cause an upset. Six Indian-origin players are expected to play against India. Also Read: T20 World Cup – How much money will the ICC make? Team India Game ChangersRishabh Pant is the player to watch during the USA vs India contest. His explosive batting style will be crucial in accelerating the scoring rate, regardless of the pitch conditions, whether it’s slow or offers pace and bounce. Hardik Pandya so far has also contributed with both the bat and the ball. He would be playing a crucial role in both the departments. India SquadRohit Sharma (C), Hardik Pandya (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan. USA SquadMonak Patel, Shayan Jahangir, Andries Gous, Nitish Kumar, Steven Taylor, Harmeet Singh, Corey Anderson, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Jessy Singh, Saurabh Netravalkar, Nosthush Kenjige.Reserves: Gajanand Singh, Juanoy Drysdale, Yasir Mohammad. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: Most Player-Of-The-Match Awards – Where is Jasprit Bumrah?
Jasprit Bumrah outfoxed the Pakistani batting lineup claiming 3 wickets just when everyone thought India was done. Bumrah got rid of opening batter Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan captain Babar Azam and all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed and guided India home. For his fiery spell of 3/14, Bumrah was awarded with the Player Of The Match Award. Also Read: Group A Scenario – what happens to Pakistan’s chances? This is Bumrah’s second Player Of The Match award so far in the 12 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Games he has played since his international debut. He also has picked 30 wickets so far in the 12 games he has played overall at various editions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Bumrah’s 2 Player Of The Match awards is a rarity and needs to be acknowledged more. Here are the other top 5 players who have won the Player Of The Match awards on more than one occasion. MOST PLAYER OF THE MATCH AWARDS AT ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP PLAYER COUNTRY NUMBER OF AWARDS MATCHES Virat Kohli India 7 29 Chris Gayle West Indies 5 33 Mahela Jayawardene Sri Lanka 5 31 Shane Watson Australia 5 24 A.B.De. Villiers South Africa 4 30 Virat Kohli, with 7 Player of The Match awards, is renowned for his consistency and chase ability in T20 World Cups, scoring 72* against South Africa in 2014 and 82* against Australia in 2016. Chris Gayle, a T20 legend, holds 5 awards, with standout innings like 117 against South Africa in 2007 and 75 against Australia in 2012. Mahela Jayawardene also has 5 awards, highlighted by his 100 against Zimbabwe in 2010. Shane Watson earned 5 awards, excelling in the 2012 World Cup with performances like 72 runs and 3 wickets against India. AB de Villiers, has 4 awards, including his 69* off 28 balls against England in 2014. Bumrah might not be in the top five but he falls under the category of the players who have won multiple Player Of The Match awards across various editions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This feat makes him a special talent India has produced. INDIANS WITH MOST PLAYER OF THE MATCH AWARDS IN T20Is PLAYER NUMBER OF AWARDS MATCHES Virat Kohli 15 119 Suryakumar Yadav 14 62 Rohit Sharma 13 153 Yuvraj Singh 7 58 Axar Patel 6 54 Jasprit Bumrah 6 64 Bumrah is just one short of top 5 Indians with most Player Of The Match awards in T20Is. With the rhythm he is carrying currently in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 and with his ability to strike whenever needed it seems he might go ahead of his fellow Indian team-mates on the list of Indians with the most Player Of The Match awards. Similarly Bumrah is also expected to overtake the likes of Jos Buttler who currently is at the ninth position on the list of Most Player Of The Match Awards in various editions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Buttler currently sits with 3 Player Of The Match awards and Bumrah is just one award away to go past Buttler. With Bumrah aiming to break the stumps in the remainder of the games the Indian Cricket Team plays at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, it would be interesting to see how far or rather how above Bumrah goes with regards to the Player Of The Match awards. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
2024 T20 World Cup: USA Stuns Pakistan, Babar Azam & Co. on Survival Mode vs India?
Pakistan, once again failed to live up to the expectations at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 as they were stunned by the USA in a Group-A encounter. Saurabh Netravalkar, an Indian with a Green Card made sure Pakistan was kept at bay in the super over. Chasing 19 in the super over, Pakistan only scored 13 runs, losing the game by 5 runs. The win over Pakistan has meant USA are now unbeaten in their opening two matches. Pakistan now are on a survival-mode as they would be playing for their pride as they next take on their arch rivals, India. The question is will Pakistan be able to manage their Super 8 qualification or will India send them back to their huts? India vs Pakistan – A Do-Or-Die Game For PakistanBabar Azam’s team has a tough job ahead to move up the points table and reach the knockouts. They are currently third in Group A, while the USA and India have not lost any matches yet. A win against India is crucial for Pakistan to stay in contention for the Super-8 stage. If they lose to their neighbors, Pakistan might increase the risk of being knocked out of the tournament. Pakistan still has a chance to qualify for the Super 8s. The best outcome would be a win against their rivals, India. If Pakistan loses to India, they will need the USA to lose their remaining two matches against Ireland and India, and Pakistan will have to win both of their last two matches after playing India. You may also like: How can Pakistan qualify for Super 8s?Pakistan needs at least six points from their four group stage matches. They have already lost one match to the USA, making the path ahead difficult for the team. Under coach Gary Kirsten, the team must win all their remaining three matches in the group stage. Another loss would mean Pakistan has to depend on the results of other Group A matches. As Pakistan tries to qualify for the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the situation is clear. With six points needed and only three matches left, Pakistan must win all three to secure their place in the next stage. The team faces a tough challenge but is determined to perform their best in these crucial matches. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
