IND vs IRE T20 World Cup 2024: Rain Expected to Disrupt the Match in New York
The cricketing world is looking forward as Rohit Sharma’s India open their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign against Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. Scheduled for Wednesday, June 5, the match promises to be an exciting contest. But, will the weather gods smile on this game, or is there a chance that rain could disrupt the much-awaited face-off?
Nassau County Cricket Stadium Report
Located in the heart of New York, the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is all set to host this electrifying encounter. The venue, known for its challenging pitch conditions, witnessed its first T20I just a few days ago, where Sri Lanka’s batting line-up collapsed for just 77 runs. The pitch has shown a trend in favor of the pacers, with significant seam movement, while the spinners have also had success with the ball stopping the batsman a bit.
In the recent warm-up game, India showed their dominance by restricting Bangladesh to 122/9, successfully defending the target of 183 runs. The performance highlighted the strength of India’s bowling attack, especially the pacers who took seven wickets.
New York weather forecast for June 5
As India and Ireland prepare to clash, fans are eagerly watching the sky. According to the latest weather reports, New York is expected to provide a mostly favorable setting for cricket. With temperatures between 25°C and 27°C and a humidity level of 70%, conditions are ideal for T20 matches.
However, there is a slight caveat. While the day is forecast to be mostly clear, there is a small chance of scattered showers or thunderstorms. Winds gusting to around 16 km/hr can play a role, especially for bowlers looking to make use of seam-friendly conditions.
Live streaming and broadcasting details
Cricket fans around the world can watch all the live action of IND vs IRE T20 World Cup 2024. For viewers in India, the match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network, which includes channels like Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi and regional options like Star Sports 1 Kannada, Tamil and Telugu. Additionally, Disney+ Hotstar will offer free live streaming of the match starting at 8:00 PM IST. In Ireland, Sky Sports will cover the live action starting at 3:30 pm IST.
India’s strong line-up
India enters this match with a strong squad, boasting both experienced players and young talent. Led by veteran Rohit Sharma, the team has a mix of powerful batsmen and lethal bowlers. The inclusion of four spinners—Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Yuzvendra Chahal—along with pacers Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Mohammad Siraj shows India’s strategic depth.
All-rounders Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dubey add a dynamic edge to the team. Pandya, in particular, showed his mettle in the practice match against Bangladesh, scoring an unbeaten 40 off 23 balls and picking up an important wicket. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant’s explosive batting will be crucial, especially if he continues his form from the warm-up game where he scored 53 off 32 balls.
Ireland’s underdog spirit
Ireland may be underdogs under Paul Sterling but they are far from pushovers. The team has shown flashes of brilliance including the recent win against Pakistan. With players like Sterling and veteran Kevin O’Brien able to turn the game on its head, Ireland’s success rests on their ability to punch above their weight.
