Icc T20 World Cup 2024: Florida Flood: Elimination of Pakistan
Over the past two days, Florida has been grappling with the looming threat of floods following a sudden deluge of heavy rainfall, leading to widespread inundation in various areas. Concurrently, the T20 World Cup is poised to enter its second stage, hosted in the United States. Notably, Pakistan’s crucial match is scheduled to take place in Florida. Originally slated to face off against Ireland, the inclement weather has cast doubt over the match’s feasibility.
With relentless downpours persisting for nearly 48 hours, there’s mounting concern that if the Pakistan-Ireland fixture ends in a tie, Pakistan risks elimination from the 2024 T20 World Cup, marking their final group-stage encounter. This pivotal match holds significant implications for Pakistan’s advancement, with many lamenting the adverse impact of nature’s fury on the nation’s aspirations.
Compounding the situation, India has already secured their berth in the Super 8 stage. Should Pakistan bow out and the match succumb to cancellation due to the floods, the American cricket team stands to benefit. With one match remaining for the American squad, the cancellation would grant them a vital point, propelling their total to five points, likely ensuring their smooth progression to the Super 8.
Meteorological forecasts paint a bleak picture, indicating a substantial 60% likelihood of heavy rain and stormy conditions during the Pakistan-Ireland encounter, heightening the prospects of a match cancellation. Pakistan’s slim hopes of qualification rested on a scenario where America faltered while Pakistan secured victory with a commendable strike rate. However, recent reports suggest that both matches could end in a tie, spelling doom for Pakistan’s journey in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.