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Pakistan will face Ireland in the 36th match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM IST on June 16.
Both Pakistan and Ireland have been eliminated from the T20 World Cup due to unfortunate circumstances surrounding the USA vs Ireland match, which was washed out. Pakistan needed Ireland to win that match to stay in contention, but heavy rain intervened, sealing their fate. Pakistan’s campaign has been marred by losses to USA and India despite promising starts in both matches. They now aim to salvage pride with a victory in their final game.
Ireland, on the other hand, also faced defeats against India and Canada and required wins in their remaining matches, including one against Pakistan, which was rendered impossible due to the rain. Their optimism stems from recent successes against Pakistan in bilateral series, offering hope for a competitive outing.
Live Streaming and Toss Prediction
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Toss Prediction: Due to rain threat and the DLS method potential, teams might prefer chasing.
Pitch Report
The Central Broward Regional Park Stadium pitch is expected to offer some challenges with slight dampness due to recent rains. Batters might find it tough to score freely, expecting scores around 150-160 to be competitive. The uneven bounce could favor bowlers, particularly spinners, as the match progresses.
Weather Conditions
Heavy rain has plagued Lauderhill, Florida, with a state of emergency declared. The forecast for the match day remains uncertain, potentially affecting play.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI:
Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan/Abrar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf/Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir.
Ireland Predicted Playing XI:
Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (c), Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Craig Young.
Match Prediction
Prediction: Pakistan starts as favorites owing to their superior overall team strength. With strong batting depth and a potent bowling attack, especially in swinging conditions, they have the edge. Ireland’s recent success against Pakistan adds intrigue, but Pakistan’s determination to end on a high should see them through.
Despite their premature exit from the T20 World Cup, Pakistan will be eager to finish with a victory against Ireland. The match promises a competitive display despite adverse weather conditions, with both teams looking to end their campaign on a positive note. Pakistan’s depth and experience are likely to tilt the scales in their favor, making them favorites to clinch this encounter.
Pakistan to beat Ireland
