 Barbados : Barbados, June 29th :
Aditya Amitabh Trivedii
India and South Africa are set to face off in the T20 World Cup 2024 final at Kensington Oval, Barbados, with both teams remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament. The Men in Blue are seeking their first ICC World Cup title since 2011, while South Africa is making their debut in a World Cup final. Both teams are burdened with unfulfilled ambitions and past near-misses, setting the stage for an epic clash today.
Predicted Playing XI -
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, AxarA Brief History of India vs. South Africa in Cricket-
The cricketing rivalry between India and South Africa is one marked by competitive spirit, memorable matches, and mutual respect. South Africa's re-entry into international cricket in 1991, after the end of apartheid, set the stage for a new era in cricketing history. Since then, the two nations have faced each other in numerous Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), creating a rich tapestry of memorable moments.
The first official match between the two teams took place in November 1991 in an ODI series, which marked South Africa's return to international cricket. India won the series 2-1. The first Test series followed in 1992, with South Africa hosting India. The series ended in a 1-0 victory for South Africa, showcasing their formidable home advantage.
Over the years, both teams have produced remarkable performances. South Africa's dominant pace attack, led by legends like Allan Donald, Shaun Pollock, and Dale Steyn, often challenged India's batting prowess. Conversely, India has had significant success on home soil, leveraging spin-friendly conditions to their advantage, with spinners like Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin playing crucial roles.
The rivalry has seen several standout moments, including India's historic Test series win in South Africa in 2018, under the captaincy of Virat Kohli. This victory was particularly significant as it marked India's first Test series win on South African soil.
In the limited-overs format, both teams have had their share of triumphs. India's 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign saw a memorable match against South Africa, where Sachin Tendulkar's brilliance guided India to victory. More recently, the two sides have faced off in thrilling T20 encounters, reflecting the evolving dynamics of modern cricket.
Overall, the India vs. South Africa cricket rivalry is characterized by a blend of fierce competition and camaraderie, with both teams consistently pushing each other to new heights in the sport. Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ottneil Bartman
India's strength lies in their spin trio of Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja, who have collectively taken 19 wickets in the tournament with economical bowling in the middle overs.
Rohit Sharma's leadership and the explosive batting lineup in Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, and Hardik Pandya provide formidable firepower for Team India.
India's Spin Dominance: Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja's ability to exploit slow Caribbean pitches could trouble South Africa's middle order.
Rohit Sharma's Captaincy: Known for his astute decisions, Rohit Sharma's leadership will be crucial in navigating the final's pressure moments.
Virat Kohli's Form: Despite a lean patch, Kohli's experience and ability to perform in high-stakes matches could prove decisive for India.
South Africa's Pace Attack: Led by Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, supported by Marco Jansen and Ottneil Bartman, South Africa's pace battery poses a significant threat to India's top order.
Aiden Markram's Strategy: As captain, Markram's decisions, especially in using Ottneil Bartman's pace variations and Keshav Maharaj's spin, will be pivotal.
Rain chances today
There is a high chance of rain on Saturday, but the ICC has scheduled a reserve day for this crucial match. It's a contest of high stakes, storied histories, and soaring aspirations. As the cricketing world watches with bated breath, one thing is certain: Saturday's match will guarantee a new chapter in the legacy of both teams, and only one will emerge victorious, lifting the much-coveted ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.
What if the match gets interrupted by rain?
It is bright and sunny at the moment but we’ve seen how fickle weather can be in this part of the world. If it does start to rain and there’s no possibility of play, we go into an added 190 minutes of extra time for the match to be finished. In case that is also not possible, we go into tomorrow for the reserve day.
How could storm Beryl disturb the T20 World Cup 2024 final?
At 74 mph., a storm becomes a hurricane, and by 4:00 am local time in the Windward Islands, the speed of the Beryl storm had picked up to 50 miles per hour. If it continues to grow, around 100-150 mm of rainfall is expected in Barbados between Saturday and Sunday night.
What will happen if the match is washed out on the scheduled and reserve day?
In that case, both South Africa and India will be named joint winners of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. A similar situation occurred during the ICC Champions Trophy 2002 when both India and Sri Lanka were declared joint winners after the match was washed out in Colombo
Pitch report
The Barbados pitch for the ND vs SA T20 World Cup Final is expected to favor batsmen, with historical data showing an average score of 167 runs and a winning first innings total of 184 since 2022. In the 2024 tournament, the average first innings score has been 150, with 182 as the winning score when batting first. This match marks the ninth game at this venue. While the first match went to a Super Over, subsequent contests have seen teams batting first win three out of four completed matches. South Africa hasn't played here yet, while India secured a convincing 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their sole match at Bridgetown in this tournament. |
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