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  • Rain arrives in Guyana during India vs England T20 World Cup 2024 Semifinal 2, check weather update | Cricket News

    Hours after rain delayed the start for the India vs England T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal 2, fans witnessed a start to a 20-over game after the toss. England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and elected to bowl first. Rohit Sharma’s side came out to bat scoring 46 in the first six overs with the loss of two wickets and just then the rain returned again. However, the umpires decided to keep the play on as the shower was not very heavy.

    Earlier today, rain swept through Guyana, casting uncertainty over the crucial match scheduled for Thursday. If rain interrupts play, India, having topped the Super Eights group, would advance to the final, while defending champions England would face elimination. (T20 World Cup 2024: ICC Explains Reason Behind ‘Different Rule’ For India vs England Semifinal 2)

    The match-up highlights a battle of T20I titans, with England aiming for a second successive T20 World Cup final and India seeking redemption for their previous defeat. The Men in Blue seek to avenge a brutal 10-wicket loss to the same opponent in the 2022 tournament’s final four clash at Adelaide.

    The semi-final promises a showdown between two formidable opening pairs: India’s ‘Ro-Ko’ duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli versus England’s Jos Buttler (191 runs in six innings) and Phil Salt (183 runs in six innings).

    However, the pressure of playing in knockouts becomes a different kind of challenge for India, who have fallen short of an ICC trophy nearly every year after semifinal/final qualifications.

    According to ESPNcricinfo, as per an ICC spokesperson, overs will only be reduced starting at 2:40 PM, 250 minutes after the scheduled start at 10:30 am. For a 10-over match, the game must start by 4:14 PM local time, the spokesperson added, as per ESPNCricinfo.

    According to World Weather, it is currently partly cloudy and 24 degrees Celsius in Georgetown, Guyana. At 9 AM local time, before the 10:30 AM start, light and patchy rain is likely to occur in Guyana. Light rains are forecast every hour till 4 PM, after which the weather will remain partly cloudy for the remainder of the day.

    India has been allocated the Guyana semifinal due to match timings, as the 10:30 AM local time slot, corresponding to 8 PM Indian Standard Time, is more TV-friendly. The final, scheduled in Bridgetown, Barbados, on June 29, will commence at 10 AM local time, translating to 7:30 PM in India, according to ESPNCricinfo.

    There will be no reserve day for the second semifinal. However, an additional 250 minutes of playing time has been allotted to the match due to the tournament schedule’s constraints. If a reserve day were allocated for semifinal two, it would have meant only a day’s gap for recovery and practice between that game and the final.

    The second semifinal could face a tight squeeze if persistent rain occurs because, as per rules, a result can only be decided if both teams bat for at least 10 overs. In most T20 games, teams batting second must bat for at least five overs to constitute a result. This system applied for the majority of ICC T20 World Cup matches and was also the case for knockout games in the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.

  • Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Sensational Six-Hitting Spree Against James Anderson | cricket news

    In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young sensation from India, left cricket fans awestruck as he launched an assault on England’s veteran bowler James Anderson, sending the ball sailing over the ropes for three consecutive sixes. The scene unfolded on Day 4 of the India vs. England 3rd Test match in Rajkot, marking yet another milestone in Jaiswal’s burgeoning career. Ever since bursting onto the international scene, Yashasvi Jaiswal has captured the imagination of cricket enthusiasts worldwide with his fearless stroke play and unwavering confidence. His meteoric rise in Test cricket has been nothing short of spectacular, and his latest exploit against the legendary James Anderson further cements his status as a rising star in the cricketing world.

    JAISWAL SMASHED 3 CONSECUTIVE SIXES AGAINST ANDERSON ___pic.twitter.com/HsAoK1XpTt — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 18, 2024

    The Showdown: Jaiswal vs. Anderson

    As the match entered a crucial phase, with India looking to consolidate their position, James Anderson, England’s premier fast bowler, took the ball in hand to stem the flow of runs. However, what followed was a display of sheer audacity from the young Indian opener. With exquisite timing and immense power, Jaiswal dispatched Anderson’s deliveries with disdain, lofting them effortlessly beyond the boundary ropes for three consecutive sixes.

    Historic Feat

    Jaiswal’s assault on Anderson not only showcased his remarkable talent but also etched his name in the annals of cricketing history. This was only the second instance in Anderson’s illustrious career that he had been subjected to such punishment, a testament to Jaiswal’s extraordinary skill with the bat. The young prodigy’s ability to take on one of the greatest bowlers of all time speaks volumes about his temperament and fearless approach to the game.

    Setting Records Ablaze

    In addition to his breathtaking six-hitting spree, Jaiswal achieved several significant milestones during his innings. His blitzkrieg propelled him to a remarkable double century, making him the first Indian batsman to hit 20 or more sixes in a Test series and 10 or more in a single Test innings. Furthermore, Jaiswal’s feat of reaching three 150-plus scores in just 13 innings places him among elite company, surpassing stalwarts like Cheteshwar Pujara in the process.

    The Dawn of a New Era

    As Yashasvi Jaiswal continues to rewrite the record books with his scintillating performances, Indian cricket finds itself blessed with a prodigious talent capable of dominating the international stage for years to come. With each blistering stroke, Jaiswal reaffirms his status as a future icon of the game, leaving cricket aficionados eagerly anticipating the next chapter in his remarkable journey.