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Veteran New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has announced that he's playing in his last T20 World Cup. The comments came on the back of New Zealand's exit from the tournament in the group stage. This is the first time since 2014 edition that New Zealand won't be featuring in semi-finals.

"Speaking on behalf of myself, this will be my last T20 World Cup, so yeah that's all I have to say," Boult said after Kiwis beat Uganda by nine wickets in Trinidad.

"I think T20 cricket anything can happen. We're devastated to not qualify. We've been outplayed earlier in the tournament and, we haven't qualified for good reason so it's unfortunate but that's how T20 cricket goes," Boult added about New Zealand's campaign.

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Boult had asked to be released from the central contract back in 2022 and yet managed to play in all three white-ball tournaments since then. The pacer featured in 2022 T20 World Cup as well as 2023 ODI World Cup too before featuring in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

For years Boult made a threating combination for New Zealand alongside Tim Southee and the veteran pacer also spoke about it.

"I look at it with very fond memories. We bowled a lot of overs together. I know the partnership very well, and obviously a very good friend on and off the ground. So yeah, nice to wind back the clock a little bit and see a bit of swing bowling at the top. Hopefully, a couple more still to come," said Boult of his partnership with Southee.

In the T20 World Cup, New Zealand were shocked by Afghanistan in their first match as they lost by 84 runs before losing to West Indies by 13 runs in the next fixture. While they managed to win against Uganda by a huge margin it still won't be enough&nbsp;to make it to the knockout stage.

New Zealand play their last game of the tournament against Papua New Guinea on June 17.

Veteran New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has announced that he's playing in his last T20 World Cup. The comments came on the back of New Zealand's exit from the tournament in the group stage.

Veteran New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has announced that he's playing in his last T20 World Cup. The comments came on the back of New Zealand's exit from the tournament in the group stage. This is the first time since 2014 edition that New Zealand won't be featuring in semi-finals. "Speaking on behalf of myself, this will be my last T20 World Cup, so yeah that's all I have to say," Boult said after Kiwis beat Uganda by nine wickets in Trinidad. "I think T20 cricket anything can happen. We're devastated to not qualify. We've been outplayed earlier in the tournament and, we haven't qualified for good reason so it's unfortunate but that's how T20 cricket goes," Boult added about New Zealand's campaign. Also Read: T20 World Cup 2024: Pak cricketer Ahmed Shehzad blames PCB chairman's TWO MISTAKES for horrible tournament Boult had asked to be released from the central contract back in 2022 and yet managed to play in all three white-ball tournaments since then. The pacer featured in 2022 T20 World Cup as well as 2023 ODI World Cup too before featuring in the ongoing T20 World Cup. For years Boult made a threating combination for New Zealand alongside Tim Southee and the veteran pacer also spoke about it. "I look at it with very fond memories. We bowled a lot of overs together. I know the partnership very well, and obviously a very good friend on and off the ground. So yeah, nice to wind back the clock a little bit and see a bit of swing bowling at the top. Hopefully, a couple more still to come," said Boult of his partnership with Southee. In the T20 World Cup, New Zealand were shocked by Afghanistan in their first match as they lost by 84 runs before losing to West Indies by 13 runs in the next fixture. While they managed to win against Uganda by a huge margin it still won't be enough to make it to the knockout stage. New Zealand play their last game of the tournament against Papua New Guinea on June 17.

T20 World Cup 2024: 'That's all,' New Zealand pacer Trent Boult says he's playing last T20 World Cup

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has blamed Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi's two mistakes for the team's poor performance at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. The comments were made after Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament following abandonment of Ireland vs USA fixture due to rain.&nbsp;

"Since becoming the PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi has made two big blunders. First, by re-appointing Babar as captain. Secondly, making Wahab Riaz as chief selector. He has been very unprofessionalism in his decision making and management. You'll be forced not to remove these 7-8 players who have been part of groupism within the team. If you don't make crackdown on these players, it will be harsh on those who will get sacked," said Shehzad on a chat with news outlet Geo news.

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Shehzad also criticised senior players including skipper Babar Azam for failing to perform up to the standards. Pakistan&nbsp;lost the games against India and USA while managing a win against Canada. They were in a tricky spot after two losses and needed to win their last league game against Ireland while needing USA to lose against Ireland as well.

The washout of Ireland vs USA game, however, ensured that USA finish with five points while Pakistan now could manage a maximum of four points only, sending them out of the tournament.

"You needed to win by a big margin to improve your net run rate against Canada. However, Rizwan scored the slowest fifty. Babar also played a slow knock. Pakistan cricket has been ruined due to personal milestones. You speak about leadership, but you don't have any. You are just a social media king. You got 4-5 years to improve, but you didn't win us anything.

"Your fitness levels are also not up to the mark. You guys are playing politics in the team. Your are not in your peak anymore, instead your cricket in declining," Shehzad further said.

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has blamed Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi's two mistakes for the team's poor performance at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024.

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has blamed Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi's two mistakes for the team's poor performance at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. The comments were made after Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament following abandonment of Ireland vs USA fixture due to rain. "Since becoming the PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi has made two big blunders. First, by re-appointing Babar as captain. Secondly, making Wahab Riaz as chief selector. He has been very unprofessionalism in his decision making and management. You'll be forced not to remove these 7-8 players who have been part of groupism within the team. If you don't make crackdown on these players, it will be harsh on those who will get sacked," said Shehzad on a chat with news outlet Geo news. Also Read: T20 World Cup 2024: India aim to continue unbeaten run in last group stage match vs Canada Shehzad also criticised senior players including skipper Babar Azam for failing to perform up to the standards. Pakistan lost the games against India and USA while managing a win against Canada. They were in a tricky spot after two losses and needed to win their last league game against Ireland while needing USA to lose against Ireland as well. The washout of Ireland vs USA game, however, ensured that USA finish with five points while Pakistan now could manage a maximum of four points only, sending them out of the tournament. "You needed to win by a big margin to improve your net run rate against Canada. However, Rizwan scored the slowest fifty. Babar also played a slow knock. Pakistan cricket has been ruined due to personal milestones. You speak about leadership, but you don't have any. You are just a social media king. You got 4-5 years to improve, but you didn't win us anything. "Your fitness levels are also not up to the mark. You guys are playing politics in the team. Your are not in your peak anymore, instead your cricket in declining," Shehzad further said.

T20 World Cup 2024: Pak cricketer Ahmed Shehzad blames PCB chairman's TWO MISTAKES for horrible tournament

India will be taking on Canada in their final group stage fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 on Saturday (June 15) in Lauderhill, Florida. With 85% chance of rain at the venue, the game could get washed out just like the Ireland vs USA game which resulted in&nbsp;Pakistan crashing out of the tournament.

As for the match, India could give their bench strength a chance, having already secured a top eight berth. India won three back-to-back matches to get through the group stage with the same playing XI. In the match against Canada, they could make a couple of changes which might see Sanju Samson and Kuldeep Yadav getting some game time.

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The game will also be the last chance for Virat Kohli to get his form back ahead of the crucial knockout stage.

Kohli, who has opened alongside skipper Rohit Sharma in the three league matches, has scored a mere 4, 1 and 0, respectively. Kohli's record in Lauderhill is also not up to his standards, scoring just 63 runs in three innings at an average of 21.

Another batter who might be itching to get some runs is Hardik Pandya. While the all-rounder has been very effective with the ball, his batting could be a cause of concern for India in the knockout stage.

As for Canada, it will be their last chance to put up another good performance. They had scored 194 against USA, won against Ireland and gave a scare to Pakistan. Canada's batting unit is led by Aaron Johnson who has already become his country's second highest run scorer despite making his debut in 2022 only.

Canada will be hoping to put up a fight with both bat and ball in their first ever T20I match against powerhouse India. The match will start 8 p.m. Indian Standard Time.

India will be taking on Canada in their final group stage fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 on Saturday (June 15) in Lauderhill, Florida. With 85% chance of rain at the venue, the game could get washed out just like the Ireland vs USA game which resulted in Pakistan crashing out of the tournament.

India will be taking on Canada in their final group stage fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 on Saturday (June 15) in Lauderhill, Florida. With 85% chance of rain at the venue, the game could get washed out just like the Ireland vs USA game which resulted in Pakistan crashing out of the tournament. As for the match, India could give their bench strength a chance, having already secured a top eight berth. India won three back-to-back matches to get through the group stage with the same playing XI. In the match against Canada, they could make a couple of changes which might see Sanju Samson and Kuldeep Yadav getting some game time. Also Read: T20 World Cup 2024: Fans react after Babar Azam's Pakistan crash out in group stage The game will also be the last chance for Virat Kohli to get his form back ahead of the crucial knockout stage. Kohli, who has opened alongside skipper Rohit Sharma in the three league matches, has scored a mere 4, 1 and 0, respectively. Kohli's record in Lauderhill is also not up to his standards, scoring just 63 runs in three innings at an average of 21. Another batter who might be itching to get some runs is Hardik Pandya. While the all-rounder has been very effective with the ball, his batting could be a cause of concern for India in the knockout stage. As for Canada, it will be their last chance to put up another good performance. They had scored 194 against USA, won against Ireland and gave a scare to Pakistan. Canada's batting unit is led by Aaron Johnson who has already become his country's second highest run scorer despite making his debut in 2022 only. Canada will be hoping to put up a fight with both bat and ball in their first ever T20I match against powerhouse India. The match will start 8 p.m. Indian Standard Time.

T20 World Cup 2024: India aim to continue unbeaten run in last group stage match vs Canada

Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament. Bangladesh’s win also means that they need only a point against Nepal in their final match to book a place in the Super 8.

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<h2>Bangladesh's win eliminates Sri Lanka</h2>

Having set a target of 160 runs to win for the Netherlands, Bangladesh bowlers came good to help their side win by 25 runs. Sybrand Engelbrecht was the top scorer for the Dutch side with 33 off 22 while Vikramjit Singh (26) and skipper Scott Edwards (25) also got starts before getting out. With no big innings and wickets falling consistently at one end, the match was won by Bangladesh as the Dutch managed only 134/8 in their 20 overs.

Rishad Hossain was the pick of the bowlers for the Netherlands as he ended with figures of 33/3 in four overs while Taskin Ahmed bagged two.

Earlier, Shakib Al Hasan’s 64-run innings laid the platform for the win while getting support from Tanzid Hasan (35). Shakib remained unbeaten while he got support from Mahmudullah (25 off 21) and Jaker Ali (unbeaten 14). This helped Bangladesh reach 159/5 in 20 overs. Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren both ended with two wickets each for the Dutch side.

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<h2>The big picture</h2>

Bangladesh’s win now sees them in pole position to reach the Super 8 as this clash was a virtual playoff. The Netherlands can still reach the Super 8 stage if Nepal upset Bangladesh and the Netherlands beat Sri Lanka by a considerable margin. However, this is unlikely to happen with Bangladesh being the favourites to win against Nepal and therefore favourites to reach the next round.

For Sri Lanka, who were T20 World Cup winners in 2014 it, will be the end of the road as their clash against the Netherlands will be a dead-rubber as they failed to finish in the top two.

Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament.

Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament. Bangladesh’s win also means that they need only a point against Nepal in their final match to book a place in the Super 8. It's a win for 🇧🇩 in St. Vincent 🙌 Rishad Hossain's match-defining spell of 3/33 guides Bangladesh to a crucial victory against the Netherlands 👏#T20WorldCup | #BANvNED | 📝: https://t.co/ffM1JytbGS pic.twitter.com/lXWJvJEqXj — ICC (@ICC) June 13, 2024 × Bangladesh's win eliminates Sri Lanka Having set a target of 160 runs to win for the Netherlands, Bangladesh bowlers came good to help their side win by 25 runs. Sybrand Engelbrecht was the top scorer for the Dutch side with 33 off 22 while Vikramjit Singh (26) and skipper Scott Edwards (25) also got starts before getting out. With no big innings and wickets falling consistently at one end, the match was won by Bangladesh as the Dutch managed only 134/8 in their 20 overs. Rishad Hossain was the pick of the bowlers for the Netherlands as he ended with figures of 33/3 in four overs while Taskin Ahmed bagged two. Earlier, Shakib Al Hasan’s 64-run innings laid the platform for the win while getting support from Tanzid Hasan (35). Shakib remained unbeaten while he got support from Mahmudullah (25 off 21) and Jaker Ali (unbeaten 14). This helped Bangladesh reach 159/5 in 20 overs. Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren both ended with two wickets each for the Dutch side. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: England, Bangladesh on brink of elimination as Super 8 race gets tight The big picture Bangladesh’s win now sees them in pole position to reach the Super 8 as this clash was a virtual playoff. The Netherlands can still reach the Super 8 stage if Nepal upset Bangladesh and the Netherlands beat Sri Lanka by a considerable margin. However, this is unlikely to happen with Bangladesh being the favourites to win against Nepal and therefore favourites to reach the next round. For Sri Lanka, who were T20 World Cup winners in 2014 it, will be the end of the road as their clash against the Netherlands will be a dead-rubber as they failed to finish in the top two.

T20 World Cup 2024: Bangladesh inch closer to Super 8 with Netherlands win; Sri Lanka officially out

Indian men’s cricket team captain Rohit Sharma could script history in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies as he tries to end India's drought of titles in the shortest format while targeting a rare feat. Rohit, one of the best players of the current generation, could become the first captain in the history of the game to lead a side to the ODI World Cup, World Test Championship and the T20 World Cup final if India is successful in reaching the summit clash. However, it is Rohit’s off-field rise that has also caught the eye of fans and the internet as we decode him and why he is one of the big brand names in Indian sports.

<h2>Decoding Rohit Sharma as a brand</h2>

With more than 38 million followers on Instagram, Rohit has one of the highest followers in the Indian sports fraternity. The followers account goes past 100 million when all the social media platforms like X and Facebook are included.

Currently, Rohit endorses nearly 30 brands which include various industries, showcasing his broad appeal and preference among Indian audiences. His portfolio includes sectors like sportswear, FMCG, BFSI, real estate, quick-delivery platforms, Fantasy sport, edtech, fintech, healthcare and wellness and exploring travel and&nbsp;hospitality, auto&nbsp;and pipes among others, highlighting his versatile influence.

It is&nbsp;reported that multiple endorsements done by Rohit see him earn more than INR 1 billion (approx. $12&nbsp;million) every annum,&nbsp;making him a big brand name in Indian sports.

According to a report from the Economic Times, Rohit annually earns INR 70 million ($837,885) from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) annual contract while also pocketing INR 160 million ($1.92 million) from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The same report also adds Rohit has an estimated wealth of $22 million, making him one of the richest cricketers on the planet.

In total, the Mumbai-based player earns in the region of $15-20 million which makes him one of the wealthiest and highest-paid players in the world.&nbsp;

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“Rohit Sharma has been one of the most sought-after celebrities in the endorsement space, with brands looking at the impact that he has across the country and also globally. Brands across categories seek Rohit as he possesses great affinity with their consumers and has demonstrated values and purpose as an individual, which resonate very strongly with the brands he endorsed, as an individual, family man, captain and teammate,” Nikhil Bardia, head of Rise Worldwide stated.

Indian men’s cricket team captain Rohit Sharma could script history in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies as he tries to end India's drought of titles in the shortest format while targeting a rare feat.

Indian men’s cricket team captain Rohit Sharma could script history in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies as he tries to end India's drought of titles in the shortest format while targeting a rare feat. Rohit, one of the best players of the current generation, could become the first captain in the history of the game to lead a side to the ODI World Cup, World Test Championship and the T20 World Cup final if India is successful in reaching the summit clash. However, it is Rohit’s off-field rise that has also caught the eye of fans and the internet as we decode him and why he is one of the big brand names in Indian sports. Decoding Rohit Sharma as a brand With more than 38 million followers on Instagram, Rohit has one of the highest followers in the Indian sports fraternity. The followers account goes past 100 million when all the social media platforms like X and Facebook are included. Currently, Rohit endorses nearly 30 brands which include various industries, showcasing his broad appeal and preference among Indian audiences. His portfolio includes sectors like sportswear, FMCG, BFSI, real estate, quick-delivery platforms, Fantasy sport, edtech, fintech, healthcare and wellness and exploring travel and hospitality, auto and pipes among others, highlighting his versatile influence. It is reported that multiple endorsements done by Rohit see him earn more than INR 1 billion (approx. $12 million) every annum, making him a big brand name in Indian sports. According to a report from the Economic Times, Rohit annually earns INR 70 million ($837,885) from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) annual contract while also pocketing INR 160 million ($1.92 million) from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The same report also adds Rohit has an estimated wealth of $22 million, making him one of the richest cricketers on the planet. In total, the Mumbai-based player earns in the region of $15-20 million which makes him one of the wealthiest and highest-paid players in the world. ALSO READ | Serie A: Paulo Fonseca named new AC Milan coach, succeeds Stefano Pioli at helm “Rohit Sharma has been one of the most sought-after celebrities in the endorsement space, with brands looking at the impact that he has across the country and also globally. Brands across categories seek Rohit as he possesses great affinity with their consumers and has demonstrated values and purpose as an individual, which resonate very strongly with the brands he endorsed, as an individual, family man, captain and teammate,” Nikhil Bardia, head of Rise Worldwide stated.

Explained: How Rohit Sharma scores off the field and why he is a brand in Indian cricket

The New York Strikers, the triumphant international franchise known for their outstanding season in the Abu Dhabi T10 and Legends Cricket Trophy, are slated to resume their journey in the upcoming editions. The Colombo Strikers are also meant to return in the forthcoming LPL 2024 (Lanka Premier League 2024) following the New York Strikers' success in international format. Yuvraj Singh and Daniel Christian, two distinguished members of the Strikers franchise who have participated in international tournaments, shared their thoughts on what they hope to see from the current T20 World Cup.

Speaking on the impact of the current conditions on the T20 World Cup players, Yuvraj Singh, a member of the New York Strikers as well as the ambassador of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, shares, “I don’t think you need much experience for conditions. If you arrive early and adjust to the weather, the players have the required experience.”

In particular, Yuvraj Singh, a legendary cricket player, contributed greatly to the team's outstanding performances. During the Legends Cricket Trophy season 2 finals, Singh displayed flashes of his vintage stroke-making ability for his talented squad to succeed.

Remarking if the current World Cup can cause upsets, Yuvraj Singh shares, “A World Cup is about upsets. We have already seen a few upsets so far so no team can be taken for granted. The Super 8 is going to get interesting now and each team are in with a chance to qualify for the semis.”

Sharing thoughts about the World Cup being held in the United States, New York Strikers esteemed player Daniel Christian shares, “I think it has been a bit of a slow start for a lot of the teams to see. Witnessing the current conditions, the teams present will need to make every effort to perform well.”

“Seeing how everyone is simultaneously adjusting to the game regarding if the ball will spin and if the slow balls will hold up, the environment is incredibly fascinating. On the field, winning with a 200 or a 140 can’t be guaranteed,” remarked Daniel

The New York Superstar Strikers, who made their debut this past year, had an incredible journey as they went out with a full-out power play in the international season. To ensure they consistently delivered on the promise of maintaining an exciting game, some of the greatest legends in history, such as Chadwick Walton, Daniel Christian, Rahul Sharma, and Alviro Petersen, teamed up and leveraged their strengths to power the New York Strikers as the best.

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Not to mention legendary cricketers like Babar Azam, who was the world’s best ODI batsman while playing for the Colombo Strikers, have called the New York Strikers his home. After playing in an international league for the first time outside of Pakistan, Babar Azam's fast-bowling century in the Lanka Premier League 2023 will be remembered throughout history.

Sagar Khanna, owner of the New York Strikers franchise, shared his encouragement, saying, "All team squads of the T20 World Cup have the unique ability to create memorable moments both on and off the field. We are looking forward to an outstanding T20 World Cup with exceptional performances from all the teams.”

In an incredible display of strength and persistence, the New York Strikers squad quickly rose to the pinnacle of cricket success, accomplishing unmatched success in an exceptionally short amount of time. From first-ever finalists to defending champions, the New York Strikers will make their debuts in the second half of the year in the Lanka Premier League, Lanka T10, and Abu Dhabi T10.

The New York Strikers, the triumphant international franchise known for their outstanding season in the Abu Dhabi T10 and Legends Cricket Trophy, are slated to resume their journey in the upcoming editions.

The New York Strikers, the triumphant international franchise known for their outstanding season in the Abu Dhabi T10 and Legends Cricket Trophy, are slated to resume their journey in the upcoming editions. The Colombo Strikers are also meant to return in the forthcoming LPL 2024 (Lanka Premier League 2024) following the New York Strikers' success in international format. Yuvraj Singh and Daniel Christian, two distinguished members of the Strikers franchise who have participated in international tournaments, shared their thoughts on what they hope to see from the current T20 World Cup. Speaking on the impact of the current conditions on the T20 World Cup players, Yuvraj Singh, a member of the New York Strikers as well as the ambassador of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, shares, “I don’t think you need much experience for conditions. If you arrive early and adjust to the weather, the players have the required experience.” In particular, Yuvraj Singh, a legendary cricket player, contributed greatly to the team's outstanding performances. During the Legends Cricket Trophy season 2 finals, Singh displayed flashes of his vintage stroke-making ability for his talented squad to succeed. Remarking if the current World Cup can cause upsets, Yuvraj Singh shares, “A World Cup is about upsets. We have already seen a few upsets so far so no team can be taken for granted. The Super 8 is going to get interesting now and each team are in with a chance to qualify for the semis.” Sharing thoughts about the World Cup being held in the United States, New York Strikers esteemed player Daniel Christian shares, “I think it has been a bit of a slow start for a lot of the teams to see. Witnessing the current conditions, the teams present will need to make every effort to perform well.” “Seeing how everyone is simultaneously adjusting to the game regarding if the ball will spin and if the slow balls will hold up, the environment is incredibly fascinating. On the field, winning with a 200 or a 140 can’t be guaranteed,” remarked Daniel The New York Superstar Strikers, who made their debut this past year, had an incredible journey as they went out with a full-out power play in the international season. To ensure they consistently delivered on the promise of maintaining an exciting game, some of the greatest legends in history, such as Chadwick Walton, Daniel Christian, Rahul Sharma, and Alviro Petersen, teamed up and leveraged their strengths to power the New York Strikers as the best. ALSO READ | Julian Nagelsmann backs Germany to beat pressure and Scotland in Euro 2024 opener Not to mention legendary cricketers like Babar Azam, who was the world’s best ODI batsman while playing for the Colombo Strikers, have called the New York Strikers his home. After playing in an international league for the first time outside of Pakistan, Babar Azam's fast-bowling century in the Lanka Premier League 2023 will be remembered throughout history. Sagar Khanna, owner of the New York Strikers franchise, shared his encouragement, saying, "All team squads of the T20 World Cup have the unique ability to create memorable moments both on and off the field. We are looking forward to an outstanding T20 World Cup with exceptional performances from all the teams.” In an incredible display of strength and persistence, the New York Strikers squad quickly rose to the pinnacle of cricket success, accomplishing unmatched success in an exceptionally short amount of time. From first-ever finalists to defending champions, the New York Strikers will make their debuts in the second half of the year in the Lanka Premier League, Lanka T10, and Abu Dhabi T10.

'Any T20 World Cup match can change in an instant': Yuvraj Singh

Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg has predicted an India versus Australia final in the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA. Australia became the second team, after South Africa, to qualify for the Super 8&nbsp;whereas Rohit Sharma-led India followed the Aussies. While both are in different groups at present, the two heavyweights will be in Group 1 in the Super 8 round, locking horns on June 24 at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia. Before the clash, Hogg predicted an India-Australia T20 WC&nbsp;final on June 29 (in Bridgetown, Barbados).

<h2>'It sets it up for the possibility of Australia vs India in the final'</h2>

Hogg said on Star Sports, "In the Super 8s, Australia and India have got Bangladesh (yet to qualify) and Afghanistan and you expect both teams to beat Afghanistan and Bangladesh and move through to the semi-finals, hopefully, that does happen. It sets it up for the possibility of Australia and India in a grand final which I’d absolutely love to happen."

The 53-year-old was quick to name Australia as the favourites for their upcoming Super 8 clash versus India, mainly as they have already been playing in the West Indies.

Hogg opined, "But I think that first game between Australia and India in the super eights, the advantage would have to be to Australia because they’ve been playing in the West Indies where it’s been difficult, it’s been slow. Whereas the Indian team has been playing in New York where there’s been some seam movement, the batters haven’t been able to get their rhythm and also they’re coming from IPL where they were playing on a lot of flat wickets. So the adjustment is huge down there, that short turnaround, I think it’s going to be tough for India in the Super Eights."

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However, the Aussie pointed out that if the two teams meet in the final, it will be an even battle as Men in Blue would be more familiar with the conditions by then.&nbsp;

Hogg added, "But it will be a different story when they get to the final, the contest will be a lot more even there because India would’ve been used to the conditions."

Notably, India and Australia have faced each other in the last two men's ICC finals, in WTC and ODI World Cup last year. On both the occasions, Australia got the better of Team India, hence, Rohit &amp; Co. will be desperate to settle scores this time around.

Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg has predicted an India versus Australia final in the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA. Australia became the second team, after South Africa, to qualify for the Super 8 whereas Rohit Sharma-led India followed the Aussies.

Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg has predicted an India versus Australia final in the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA. Australia became the second team, after South Africa, to qualify for the Super 8 whereas Rohit Sharma-led India followed the Aussies. While both are in different groups at present, the two heavyweights will be in Group 1 in the Super 8 round, locking horns on June 24 at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia. Before the clash, Hogg predicted an India-Australia T20 WC final on June 29 (in Bridgetown, Barbados). 'It sets it up for the possibility of Australia vs India in the final' Hogg said on Star Sports, "In the Super 8s, Australia and India have got Bangladesh (yet to qualify) and Afghanistan and you expect both teams to beat Afghanistan and Bangladesh and move through to the semi-finals, hopefully, that does happen. It sets it up for the possibility of Australia and India in a grand final which I’d absolutely love to happen." The 53-year-old was quick to name Australia as the favourites for their upcoming Super 8 clash versus India, mainly as they have already been playing in the West Indies. Hogg opined, "But I think that first game between Australia and India in the super eights, the advantage would have to be to Australia because they’ve been playing in the West Indies where it’s been difficult, it’s been slow. Whereas the Indian team has been playing in New York where there’s been some seam movement, the batters haven’t been able to get their rhythm and also they’re coming from IPL where they were playing on a lot of flat wickets. So the adjustment is huge down there, that short turnaround, I think it’s going to be tough for India in the Super Eights." Also read: T20 World Cup: India set to face Australia on June 24 in Super 8 stage! Here's how However, the Aussie pointed out that if the two teams meet in the final, it will be an even battle as Men in Blue would be more familiar with the conditions by then. Hogg added, "But it will be a different story when they get to the final, the contest will be a lot more even there because India would’ve been used to the conditions." Notably, India and Australia have faced each other in the last two men's ICC finals, in WTC and ODI World Cup last year. On both the occasions, Australia got the better of Team India, hence, Rohit & Co. will be desperate to settle scores this time around.

T20 World Cup: Former Aussie spin wizard rooting for India vs Australia final

On Friday (June 14), USA will take on Ireland in the Florida leg of Group A in the T20 World Cup 2024 edition. So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the ongoing 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA. It was a washout encounter between Group D's Sri Lanka and Nepal, where not even the coin toss was possible. The weather forecast isn't encouraging for the remaining three games, however, if the USA-Ireland clash is washed out, it will confirm the team who will be enter&nbsp;the Super 8 along with India&nbsp;from&nbsp;Group&nbsp;A.

From Group A, India have secured a place in the next round&nbsp;with three successive wins whereas Canada are&nbsp;out (who may reach four points -- with a win over India -- but have a very poor Net Run-Rate). USA, with 3 points, are a strong contender to enter the next round. Even a washout against Ireland will secure them a spot in the Super 8.

If the match is abandoned due to rain, USA will end with 5 points from four games. Ireland will have 1&nbsp;point&nbsp;with a game to go, versus Pakistan (also in Florida on Sunday). The winner of the Ireland-Pakistan clash will end with 3 and 4 points, respectively. Hence, USA will step into the next round even with a washout against&nbsp;the Irish camp on Friday.

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<h2>WILL IT BE USA ALONG WITH INDIA?</h2>

USA have stunned one and all with their performance in the ongoing showpiece event. While they opened their campaign with a good win over Canada, they pulled off a shocking victory over Babar Azam &amp; Co. Even against India, they had their moments before losing by seven wickets in New York. Hence, even a washout versus Ireland will help their cause.

Meanwhile, Ireland and Pakistan's campaigns will come to an end if rain plays spoilsport in Florida on Friday.

On Friday (June 14), USA will take on Ireland in the Florida leg of Group A in the T20 World Cup 2024 edition. So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the ongoing 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA.

On Friday (June 14), USA will take on Ireland in the Florida leg of Group A in the T20 World Cup 2024 edition. So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the ongoing 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA. It was a washout encounter between Group D's Sri Lanka and Nepal, where not even the coin toss was possible. The weather forecast isn't encouraging for the remaining three games, however, if the USA-Ireland clash is washed out, it will confirm the team who will be enter the Super 8 along with India from Group A. From Group A, India have secured a place in the next round with three successive wins whereas Canada are out (who may reach four points -- with a win over India -- but have a very poor Net Run-Rate). USA, with 3 points, are a strong contender to enter the next round. Even a washout against Ireland will secure them a spot in the Super 8. If the match is abandoned due to rain, USA will end with 5 points from four games. Ireland will have 1 point with a game to go, versus Pakistan (also in Florida on Sunday). The winner of the Ireland-Pakistan clash will end with 3 and 4 points, respectively. Hence, USA will step into the next round even with a washout against the Irish camp on Friday. Also read: T20 WC - 'I get in trouble...': White House official shares cheeky remark on USA's win vs Pakistan WILL IT BE USA ALONG WITH INDIA? USA have stunned one and all with their performance in the ongoing showpiece event. While they opened their campaign with a good win over Canada, they pulled off a shocking victory over Babar Azam & Co. Even against India, they had their moments before losing by seven wickets in New York. Hence, even a washout versus Ireland will help their cause. Meanwhile, Ireland and Pakistan's campaigns will come to an end if rain plays spoilsport in Florida on Friday.

T20 WC: Explained! What will happen if USA vs Ireland is washed out in rain-hit Florida?

The ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 edition, being held in West Indies and the USA, has produced many shocking results and close affairs. Co-hosts USA stunned&nbsp;Babar Azam-led Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over contest, held last week in Dallas, creating&nbsp;a lot of buzz. Recently,&nbsp;US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller indulged in fun banter with a reporter when&nbsp;asked about the Monank Patel-led USA's&nbsp;win over Pakistan in the mega event.

During a press briefing, Miller was asked&nbsp;to comment on the USA, which is an associate team, pulling off a heist against Pakistan, a full-member side. In a cheeky response, the official said, "I often get in trouble when I try to comment on things beyond my area of expertise, and I would say Pakistan's cricket team is certainly in that category."

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Talking about the USA-Pakistan contest, USA opted to bowl first and rode on speed merchant Saurabh Netravalkar's 2 for 18 and spinner&nbsp;Nosthush Kenjige's 3 for 30 to restrict Pakistan for 159 for 7. In reply, the co-hosts managed 159 for 3 riding on captain Monank's 50 and a vital 36 not out from vice-captain Aaron Jones. In the Super Over, Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir conceded 18 runs before Netravalkar held his nerves to concede only 13 off his final six balls to guide his side to an epic win.

At present, USA is on the brink of qualifying for the Super 8s, along with India, from Group A. Pakistan, on the other hand, need other results to favour them and also win their remaining game convincingly to edge past USA and enter the Super 8.

The ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 edition, being held in West Indies and the USA, has produced many shocking results and close affairs. Co-hosts USA stunned Babar Azam-led Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over contest, held last week in Dallas, creating a lot of buzz.

The ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 edition, being held in West Indies and the USA, has produced many shocking results and close affairs. Co-hosts USA stunned Babar Azam-led Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over contest, held last week in Dallas, creating a lot of buzz. Recently, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller indulged in fun banter with a reporter when asked about the Monank Patel-led USA's win over Pakistan in the mega event. During a press briefing, Miller was asked to comment on the USA, which is an associate team, pulling off a heist against Pakistan, a full-member side. In a cheeky response, the official said, "I often get in trouble when I try to comment on things beyond my area of expertise, and I would say Pakistan's cricket team is certainly in that category." Also read: T20 WC: 'It was an emotional moment' - USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar recalls dismissing Virat Kohli Here is the video - #WATCH | On being asked about the USA beating Pakistan in the T20 Cricket World Cup, US Department of State Spokesperson Matthew Miller says "I often get in trouble when I try to comment on things beyond my area of expertise, and I would say Pakistan's cricket team is certainly… pic.twitter.com/xHxQ0AxuBE — ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2024 × Talking about the USA-Pakistan contest, USA opted to bowl first and rode on speed merchant Saurabh Netravalkar's 2 for 18 and spinner Nosthush Kenjige's 3 for 30 to restrict Pakistan for 159 for 7. In reply, the co-hosts managed 159 for 3 riding on captain Monank's 50 and a vital 36 not out from vice-captain Aaron Jones. In the Super Over, Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir conceded 18 runs before Netravalkar held his nerves to concede only 13 off his final six balls to guide his side to an epic win. At present, USA is on the brink of qualifying for the Super 8s, along with India, from Group A. Pakistan, on the other hand, need other results to favour them and also win their remaining game convincingly to edge past USA and enter the Super 8.

T20 WC - 'I get in trouble...': White House official shares cheeky remark on USA's win vs Pakistan

USA have been making&nbsp;headlines in the T20 World Cup being played in the West Indies and the US. Their&nbsp;India-born pacer Saurabh Netravalkar,&nbsp;who even represented&nbsp;India in the 2010 U-19 World Cup before moving to the States, has been one of the heroes of their campaign so far, claiming four&nbsp;wickets in three games.&nbsp;Recently, he recalled dismissing Virat Kohli during his side's seven-wicket loss to Team India.

Talking to The Times of India, Netravalkar, who led USA to a thrilling Super Over win against Pakistan in the ongoing tournament, said, "I am just happy that I can pursue both my passions. It is all happening very fast and I am in the process of digesting it. These last two games were really high-profile. It was an emotional moment to get Virat's wicket. I was looking to hit off-stump and it worked out well."

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Netravalkar, a left-arm pacer, exposed Kohli's weakness outside the off-stump as he found the edge of the star batter's blade. Kohli was, thus, dismissed for a golden duck in India's 111-run chase, which they eventually completed in 18.2 overs with seven wickets in hand courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's 50 not out. In addition, the 32-year-old, who works as a software engineer for Oracle in the States, also dismissed Indian captain Rohit Sharma for 3 (6).

The Mumbai-born cricketer is good friends with Surya and even spoke on his relationship with him. In this regard, he opined, "I know Surya from my U-15, U-17 days, we were talking about our dressing-room banter. I didn't know Virat personally but he did congratulate me."

The US speedster has four wickets from three outings at an average of 13 and an impressive economy of 5.20.

Netravalkar-starrer USA are very much in contention to reach the Super 8s. They will lock horns with Ireland, in Florida on Friday (June 14) and even a washout will assure them a spot in the next round.

USA have been making headlines in the T20 World Cup being played in the West Indies and the US. Their India-born pacer Saurabh Netravalkar, who even represented India in the 2010 U-19 World Cup before moving to the States, has been one of the heroes of their campaign so far, claiming four wickets in three games.

USA have been making headlines in the T20 World Cup being played in the West Indies and the US. Their India-born pacer Saurabh Netravalkar, who even represented India in the 2010 U-19 World Cup before moving to the States, has been one of the heroes of their campaign so far, claiming four wickets in three games. Recently, he recalled dismissing Virat Kohli during his side's seven-wicket loss to Team India. Talking to The Times of India, Netravalkar, who led USA to a thrilling Super Over win against Pakistan in the ongoing tournament, said, "I am just happy that I can pursue both my passions. It is all happening very fast and I am in the process of digesting it. These last two games were really high-profile. It was an emotional moment to get Virat's wicket. I was looking to hit off-stump and it worked out well." Also read: Nothing to answer to anyone: Bangladesh star Shakib Al Hasan reacts to Virender Sehwag's criticism Netravalkar, a left-arm pacer, exposed Kohli's weakness outside the off-stump as he found the edge of the star batter's blade. Kohli was, thus, dismissed for a golden duck in India's 111-run chase, which they eventually completed in 18.2 overs with seven wickets in hand courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's 50 not out. In addition, the 32-year-old, who works as a software engineer for Oracle in the States, also dismissed Indian captain Rohit Sharma for 3 (6). The Mumbai-born cricketer is good friends with Surya and even spoke on his relationship with him. In this regard, he opined, "I know Surya from my U-15, U-17 days, we were talking about our dressing-room banter. I didn't know Virat personally but he did congratulate me." The US speedster has four wickets from three outings at an average of 13 and an impressive economy of 5.20. Netravalkar-starrer USA are very much in contention to reach the Super 8s. They will lock horns with Ireland, in Florida on Friday (June 14) and even a washout will assure them a spot in the next round.

T20 WC: 'It was an emotional moment' - USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar recalls dismissing Virat Kohli

Bangladesh beat Netherlands by 25 runs in match 27 of the ongoing T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and USA, on Thursday (June 13). Locking horns at the&nbsp;Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent, the Bangla Tigers posted 159 for 5 courtesy of Shakib Al Hasan's 64 not out and later rode on Rishad Hossain's three-fer and Taskin Ahmed's 2 for 30 to restrict the Dutch for 134 for 8 to boost their Super 8 chances. Following the win, veteran all-rounder Shakib opened up on former Indian opener Virender Sehwag's criticism, who questioned his place in the T20I side, and gave a befitting reply.

Sehwag&nbsp;questioned Shakib’s place in Bangladesh's T20I&nbsp;side owing to his poor run of form with both bat and ball before his match-winning half-century versus the Dutch. In 2024, the 37-year-old had just scored 69 runs in six T20I innings --&nbsp;before the Netherlands clash --&nbsp;at an average of 11.50. Even with the ball, he&nbsp;scalped just six wickets from eight innings at 30.50. However, Shakib contributed in both the departments during the Netherlands clash. Hence, he reacted to Sehwag's comments and said his job was not to answer questions but to perform for the team.&nbsp;

In the post-match presser, Shakib said, "A player never comes to answer any questions. A player's job is to bat for the team if he's a batsman and contributes to the team. If he is a bowler, his job is to bowl well. The wicket is about luck. If he is a fielder, he should save each run and take as many catches as he can. Here, actually, there's nothing to answer for anyone. I think it is important for a current player how much he can contribute to his team. When he can't contribute, then naturally there would be discussions and I don't think it is a bad thing."

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Shakib added, "I have never been worried about my performance. I don't think that I ever had that thought in my career. I feel good If I can contribute to the team. As I said, maybe today is my day, but maybe someone else's day will come in the next match."

Following a win over the Dutch, Bangladesh have kept their hopes alive of entering the Super 8s from Group D, along with South Africa (who have already qualified). The Asian side has 4 points from three games with a net run rate of&nbsp;+0.478.

Bangladesh beat Netherlands by 25 runs in match 27 of the ongoing T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and USA, on Thursday (June 13). Locking horns at the Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent, the Bangla Tigers posted 159 for 5 courtesy of Shakib Al Hasan's 64 not out and later rode on Rishad Hossain's three-fer and Taskin Ahmed's 2 for 30 to restrict the Dutch for 134 for 8 to boost their Super 8 chances.

Bangladesh beat Netherlands by 25 runs in match 27 of the ongoing T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and USA, on Thursday (June 13). Locking horns at the Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent, the Bangla Tigers posted 159 for 5 courtesy of Shakib Al Hasan's 64 not out and later rode on Rishad Hossain's three-fer and Taskin Ahmed's 2 for 30 to restrict the Dutch for 134 for 8 to boost their Super 8 chances. Following the win, veteran all-rounder Shakib opened up on former Indian opener Virender Sehwag's criticism, who questioned his place in the T20I side, and gave a befitting reply. Sehwag questioned Shakib’s place in Bangladesh's T20I side owing to his poor run of form with both bat and ball before his match-winning half-century versus the Dutch. In 2024, the 37-year-old had just scored 69 runs in six T20I innings -- before the Netherlands clash -- at an average of 11.50. Even with the ball, he scalped just six wickets from eight innings at 30.50. However, Shakib contributed in both the departments during the Netherlands clash. Hence, he reacted to Sehwag's comments and said his job was not to answer questions but to perform for the team. In the post-match presser, Shakib said, "A player never comes to answer any questions. A player's job is to bat for the team if he's a batsman and contributes to the team. If he is a bowler, his job is to bowl well. The wicket is about luck. If he is a fielder, he should save each run and take as many catches as he can. Here, actually, there's nothing to answer for anyone. I think it is important for a current player how much he can contribute to his team. When he can't contribute, then naturally there would be discussions and I don't think it is a bad thing." Also read: Afghanistan beat PNG to book Super 8 berth as New Zealand crash out of T20 World Cup Shakib added, "I have never been worried about my performance. I don't think that I ever had that thought in my career. I feel good If I can contribute to the team. As I said, maybe today is my day, but maybe someone else's day will come in the next match." Following a win over the Dutch, Bangladesh have kept their hopes alive of entering the Super 8s from Group D, along with South Africa (who have already qualified). The Asian side has 4 points from three games with a net run rate of +0.478.

Nothing to answer to anyone: Bangladesh star Shakib Al Hasan reacts to Virender Sehwag's criticism

West Indies beat New Zealand by 13 runs, on Wednesday (June 12) local time, to become the fourth team to enter the Super 8 stage in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Riding on&nbsp;Sherfane Rutherford and Alzarri Joseph's heroics, the Rovman Powell-led side pulled off an incredible win after reeling at 58 for 6 at one stage, after being asked to bat first in the&nbsp;Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad. Rutherford's 39-ball 68*, with a calculative assault in the last two overs, and Joseph's 4 for 19 along with a tight fielding effort, helped the co-hosts&nbsp;dent NZ's run with a 13-run win. The Black Caps, with two back-to-back losses, have their Super 8 chances hanging&nbsp;by&nbsp;the slimmest of threads.

Talking about the contest, Kane Williamson &amp; Co. opted to bowl first and were on top with half the Windies' side back in the pavilion with only 30 runs on board. Rutherford held one end and stitched valuable knocks with the lower-order batters, with Akeal Hosein, Andre Russell and&nbsp;Romario Shepherd chipping in, before taking on Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Santner in the last two overs. 37 runs came off the last 12 deliveries to change the momentum in WI's favour as&nbsp;they eventually made 149 for 9 in 20 overs.

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In reply, NZ kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Only Glenn Phillips (33-ball 40) and Santner (who ended with an unbeaten 12-ball 21) fought hard for the Kiwis, but it wasn't enough. For WI,&nbsp;Joseph (4 for19)&nbsp;and spinners Hosein (1 for 30) and&nbsp;Gudakesh Motie (3 for 25) starred with the ball, and were also helped by&nbsp;some fine fielding. as the Black Caps only managed 136/7.

While WI are through to the next round, NZ now have a herculean task on their hands with two successive defeats. They lost to Afghanistan by 84 runs in their tournament opener.

West Indies beat New Zealand by 13 runs, on Wednesday (June 12) local time, to become the fourth team to enter the Super 8 stage in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Riding on Sherfane Rutherford and Alzarri Joseph's heroics, the Rovman Powell-led side pulled off an incredible win after reeling at 58 for 6 at one stage, after being asked to bat first in the Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad.

West Indies beat New Zealand by 13 runs, on Wednesday (June 12) local time, to become the fourth team to enter the Super 8 stage in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Riding on Sherfane Rutherford and Alzarri Joseph's heroics, the Rovman Powell-led side pulled off an incredible win after reeling at 58 for 6 at one stage, after being asked to bat first in the Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad. Rutherford's 39-ball 68*, with a calculative assault in the last two overs, and Joseph's 4 for 19 along with a tight fielding effort, helped the co-hosts dent NZ's run with a 13-run win. The Black Caps, with two back-to-back losses, have their Super 8 chances hanging by the slimmest of threads. Talking about the contest, Kane Williamson & Co. opted to bowl first and were on top with half the Windies' side back in the pavilion with only 30 runs on board. Rutherford held one end and stitched valuable knocks with the lower-order batters, with Akeal Hosein, Andre Russell and Romario Shepherd chipping in, before taking on Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Santner in the last two overs. 37 runs came off the last 12 deliveries to change the momentum in WI's favour as they eventually made 149 for 9 in 20 overs. Also read: T20 WC: Qualifying for Super 8s 'big relief', playing in New York wasn't easy - Rohit after India beat USA In reply, NZ kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Only Glenn Phillips (33-ball 40) and Santner (who ended with an unbeaten 12-ball 21) fought hard for the Kiwis, but it wasn't enough. For WI, Joseph (4 for19) and spinners Hosein (1 for 30) and Gudakesh Motie (3 for 25) starred with the ball, and were also helped by some fine fielding. as the Black Caps only managed 136/7. While WI are through to the next round, NZ now have a herculean task on their hands with two successive defeats. They lost to Afghanistan by 84 runs in their tournament opener.

T20 WC: WI ride on Sherfane Rutherford and Alzarri Joseph's heroics to beat NZ, qualify for Super 8

Indian captain Rohit Sharma admitted that it is a 'big relief' for India to have qualified for the Super 8 round in the T20 World Cup, following their hard-fought seven-wicket win over USA in New York on Wednesday (June 12). Playing at the tough Nassau County Cricket Stadium in New York, India were reeling at 10-2 in chase of 111 before Suryakumar Yadav's 50* guided India home. Arshdeep Singh won the Player-of-the-Match award for his 4 for 9. With this, India ended their New York leg, which has been a tough surface for batting and, hence, Rohit was quick to point out that it is a big relief to have qualified ahead.&nbsp;

After the match, Rohit said, "It is a big relief, playing cricket here wasn't easy. We had to stick through till the end in all 3 games. Will take a lot of confidence from these wins."&nbsp;

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He further opined, "Knew it would be tough. Credit to us for the way we held our nerve and got that partnership. Credit to Surya and Dube for showing the maturity and taking us through."

The New York surface hasn't been easy for the batters. It has produced variable bounce and the slow outfield has also not helped the batters' cause.

India ended with three wins on the trot in New York, however, they had their task cut-out versus Pakistan and USA. In the run-chase versus USA, the co-hosts along with West Indies, the Men in Blue were 10-2 and further reduced to 39-3 before Surya and Shivam Dube stuck around and took the game deep, with an unbroken 72-run fourth-wicket stand, to add another win for India.

On Surya's mature knock, Rohit stated, "He showed he has a different game to him, that's what you expect from experienced players." He added, "Credit to the way he stuck through today to take the game deep and win it for us."

India will play Canada on June 15&nbsp;in their final game from Group A before the Super 8 round kicks off.&nbsp;

Indian captain Rohit Sharma admitted that it is a 'big relief' for India to have qualified for the Super 8 round in the T20 World Cup, following their hard-fought seven-wicket win over USA in New York on Wednesday (June 12).

Indian captain Rohit Sharma admitted that it is a 'big relief' for India to have qualified for the Super 8 round in the T20 World Cup, following their hard-fought seven-wicket win over USA in New York on Wednesday (June 12). Playing at the tough Nassau County Cricket Stadium in New York, India were reeling at 10-2 in chase of 111 before Suryakumar Yadav's 50* guided India home. Arshdeep Singh won the Player-of-the-Match award for his 4 for 9. With this, India ended their New York leg, which has been a tough surface for batting and, hence, Rohit was quick to point out that it is a big relief to have qualified ahead. After the match, Rohit said, "It is a big relief, playing cricket here wasn't easy. We had to stick through till the end in all 3 games. Will take a lot of confidence from these wins." Also read: T20 World Cup: India crawl to win against USA to give Pakistan a chance at survival He further opined, "Knew it would be tough. Credit to us for the way we held our nerve and got that partnership. Credit to Surya and Dube for showing the maturity and taking us through." The New York surface hasn't been easy for the batters. It has produced variable bounce and the slow outfield has also not helped the batters' cause. India ended with three wins on the trot in New York, however, they had their task cut-out versus Pakistan and USA. In the run-chase versus USA, the co-hosts along with West Indies, the Men in Blue were 10-2 and further reduced to 39-3 before Surya and Shivam Dube stuck around and took the game deep, with an unbroken 72-run fourth-wicket stand, to add another win for India. On Surya's mature knock, Rohit stated, "He showed he has a different game to him, that's what you expect from experienced players." He added, "Credit to the way he stuck through today to take the game deep and win it for us." India will play Canada on June 15 in their final game from Group A before the Super 8 round kicks off.

T20 WC: Qualifying for Super 8s 'big relief', playing in New York wasn't easy - Rohit after India beat USA

New Zealand’s chances of playing in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 stage took heavy dent&nbsp;on Wednesday (June 12) after their defeat to co-hosts West Indies. The 13-run defeat for the BlackCaps sees them pointless after two matches. This also&nbsp;leaves them at the mercy of other teams losing and dropping points to reach the Super 8 stage. So here are the equations by which New Zealand can still reach the Super 8 stage with Afghanistan still in danger of missing out.

<h2>New Zealand on the brink</h2>

Currently pointless after two matches, New Zealand will have to win both their matches to stand any chance of Super 8 qualification. Those wins have to be coupled with defeats for Afghanistan in their remaining two matches&nbsp;by a big margin. In this case, the second spot will be decided on net run rate (NRR) where the BlackCaps should have a better return.

For this to happen, New Zealand must beat Uganda and Papua New Guinea with a significant margin. However, if Afghanistan win either of their remaining two matches which are against Papua New Guinea and the West Indies, Kane Williamson’s side will face elimination. Chances of Afghanistan winning against Papua New Guinea are high considering the experience of the side. If the result does take place on Thursday (June 13), then New Zealand will pack their bags early.

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<h2>What role will weather play?</h2>

In case rain plays a big role it will favour&nbsp;Afghanistan as they need only one point to seal qualification to the Super 8 of the T20 World Cup. In a scenario where rain interrupts play&nbsp;in New Zealand’s matches,&nbsp; Williamson's team would still face elimination as they won’t finish in the top two. In case matches are washed out due to rain in the T20 World Cup, points are shared with both teams getting one point each.

<h3>Remaining matches in Group C</h3>

Afghanistan vs Papua New Guinea, June 13

New Zealand vs Uganda, June 14

West Indies vs Afghanistan, June 17

New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea, June 17

New Zealand’s chances of playing in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 stage took heavy dent on Wednesday (June 12) after their defeat to co-hosts West Indies. The 13-run defeat for the BlackCaps sees them pointless after two matches.

New Zealand’s chances of playing in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 stage took heavy dent on Wednesday (June 12) after their defeat to co-hosts West Indies. The 13-run defeat for the BlackCaps sees them pointless after two matches. This also leaves them at the mercy of other teams losing and dropping points to reach the Super 8 stage. So here are the equations by which New Zealand can still reach the Super 8 stage with Afghanistan still in danger of missing out. New Zealand on the brink Currently pointless after two matches, New Zealand will have to win both their matches to stand any chance of Super 8 qualification. Those wins have to be coupled with defeats for Afghanistan in their remaining two matches by a big margin. In this case, the second spot will be decided on net run rate (NRR) where the BlackCaps should have a better return. For this to happen, New Zealand must beat Uganda and Papua New Guinea with a significant margin. However, if Afghanistan win either of their remaining two matches which are against Papua New Guinea and the West Indies, Kane Williamson’s side will face elimination. Chances of Afghanistan winning against Papua New Guinea are high considering the experience of the side. If the result does take place on Thursday (June 13), then New Zealand will pack their bags early. ALSO READ | Fans slam Wayne Rooney for 'lazy, uninformed' opinion on England star's Euro 2024 position What role will weather play? In case rain plays a big role it will favour Afghanistan as they need only one point to seal qualification to the Super 8 of the T20 World Cup. In a scenario where rain interrupts play in New Zealand’s matches, Williamson's team would still face elimination as they won’t finish in the top two. In case matches are washed out due to rain in the T20 World Cup, points are shared with both teams getting one point each. Remaining matches in Group C Afghanistan vs Papua New Guinea, June 13 New Zealand vs Uganda, June 14 West Indies vs Afghanistan, June 17 New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea, June 17

Explained: How New Zealand can qualify for the Super 8 stage of T20 World Cup 2024

India crawled to a seven-wicket win against USA to secure their second win of ICC T20 World Cup and a place in the Super 8 stage of the tournament. The win also provides breathing space to Pakistan who would have exited the tournament had India lost the match.

India crawled to a seven-wicket win against USA to secure their second win of ICC T20 World Cup and a place in the Super 8 stage of the tournament. The win also provides breathing space to Pakistan who would have exited the tournament had India lost the match. Surkyakumar Yadav (50*) and Shivam Dube (31*) forged a 72-run partnership to ensure India got over the winning line after USA pegged them back in the first half of the chase. Batting on a sticky pitch at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, in front of a divided house, SKY and Dube had to bide their time in the middle. SKY, whose form in the ICC tournaments has been shaky at best, was given a reprieve during the innings but utilised it to full effect to see the chase through. Meanwhile, Dube, who had a forgettable passage in the IPL and in the first match against Pakistan, got some adequate batting time under his belt. Chasing a tricky target of 111, India lost Virat Kohli in the first over on a golden duck, courtesy of Saurabh Netravalkar. The left-arm seamer, who works for Oracle forced Kohli, the highest run-scorer in T20 World Cups to edge one straight back to the keeper. Skipper Rohit Sharma did not last long either and perished against Netravalkar again by chipping a straight delivery down to mid off. However, the middle order managed to hold its own with Rishabh Pant (18) also absorbing some of the US pressure efficiently. Also read | Explained: Sri Lanka's hilarious equations to qualify for T20 World Cup Super 8 stage India opt to bowl first Opting to bowl first, India struck gold on the first ball as Arshdeep Singh bowled a peach of a delivery to trap Shayan Jahangir who could not deal with the late inswinging delivery. Wicketkeeper Andries Gous departed in the same over after being rushed into a shot, with the ball ballooning straight up in air to Hardik Pandya who zipped across at mid off to take a good catch. Hero of the previous two matches, Aaron Jones did put up a brief fight but could not over deal with the short-pitch bowling of Pandya. Lower down the order, Nitish Kumar, Corey Anderson and Harmeet Singh played little cameos but never really threatened to disturb the Indian bowling attack. Singh was at his pristine best as he finished with the best figures for an Indian bowler in the T20 World Cups (2-0-9-4). "The team always shows belief in me and keeps backing me, I had to deliver for them. The wicket is very conducive to fast bowlers and it's helping us get some seam movement. The plan was simple, pitch it in the wicket and let the ball do the talking," said Singh who won the Player of the Match award. The win concludes India's campaign in the US as the team flies to Miami later tonight and from there to the Caribbean where sterner challenges await the Men-in-Blue.

T20 World Cup: India crawl to win against USA to give Pakistan a chance at survival

England men's cricket team head coach, Matthew Mott, is hoping that Josh Hazlewood was joking when he made the statement about Australia manipulating an early exit for the defending champions.&nbsp;

England's destiny in the ongoing T20 world Cup does not lie in their own hands. After a washout in the opening match, England were soundly defeated by Australia, leaving them at the mercy of other results.&nbsp;

"I think I know Josh pretty well and I know his integrity. He has got a very good sense of humour and I am hoping it was very much tongue-in-cheek,"&nbsp;Mott said.

"I actually don't think it is ever going to play out. Having grown up in Australia, and the will to win every game, I am sure they will come to the fore. I am very much hoping it was an offhand remark by a really good bloke who is having fun," he&nbsp;added.&nbsp;

Scotland have the biggest chance of qualifying for the Super 8, having won two matches and a superior run-rate than England.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<h2>What did Hazlewood say?</h2>

After the match against Namibia, the Australian pacer suggested that Australia could be tempted to "knock it around and drag it out".&nbsp;

"In this tournament, you potentially come up against England at some stage again," Hazlewood said.&nbsp;

"They're probably one of the top few teams on their day, and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament, that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else.

"It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to [other] people, not me,” he continued.

If Australia do decide to go ahead with the tactic of slowing things down knowingly, they might risk their captain’s participation in the Super 8 stage.&nbsp;Mitchell Marsh could be charged under Article 2.11 of the ICC's code of conduct, which entails a possible two-match ban, if the intent is proved.

(With inputs from agencies)

England men's cricket team head coach, Matthew Mott, is hoping that Josh Hazlewood was joking when he made the statement about Australia manipulating an early exit for the defending champions.

England men's cricket team head coach, Matthew Mott, is hoping that Josh Hazlewood was joking when he made the statement about Australia manipulating an early exit for the defending champions. England's destiny in the ongoing T20 world Cup does not lie in their own hands. After a washout in the opening match, England were soundly defeated by Australia, leaving them at the mercy of other results. "I think I know Josh pretty well and I know his integrity. He has got a very good sense of humour and I am hoping it was very much tongue-in-cheek," Mott said. "I actually don't think it is ever going to play out. Having grown up in Australia, and the will to win every game, I am sure they will come to the fore. I am very much hoping it was an offhand remark by a really good bloke who is having fun," he added. Scotland have the biggest chance of qualifying for the Super 8, having won two matches and a superior run-rate than England. Also read | Mitchell Marsh could face ban if Australia manipulates Scotland result to kick England out of T20 World Cup What did Hazlewood say? After the match against Namibia, the Australian pacer suggested that Australia could be tempted to "knock it around and drag it out". "In this tournament, you potentially come up against England at some stage again," Hazlewood said. "They're probably one of the top few teams on their day, and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament, that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else. "It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to [other] people, not me,” he continued. If Australia do decide to go ahead with the tactic of slowing things down knowingly, they might risk their captain’s participation in the Super 8 stage. Mitchell Marsh could be charged under Article 2.11 of the ICC's code of conduct, which entails a possible two-match ban, if the intent is proved. (With inputs from agencies)

T20 World Cup: 'I am hoping...': England coach Matthew Mott on Australia deliberately playing slow

India beat USA by seven wickets in what was a hard-fought low-scoring affair in the ongoing T20 World Cup on Wednesday (June 12). Playing at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, India kept their winning run intact in the 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA, to become the third team to proceed to the Super 8 stage. Chasing 111, India were made to work hard for every run but were awarded 5 penalty runs during the end overs. This eased their run-chase as they eventually won by seven wickets in 18.2 overs.

<h2>WHY WERE INDIA AWARDED 5 PENALTY RUNS VS USA?</h2>

It is to be noted that just before the start of the 16th over, stand-in captain Aaron Jones had a word with the umpires before USA were docked five penalty runs. Notably, the co-hosts went past 60 seconds to start a new over three times during the Indian innings. As per the new rules, it is considered&nbsp;a penalty. Hence, this changed the momentum of the game completely in India's favour. Before the penalty runs were awarded, India needed 35 off 30 balls but the equation changed to 30 off 30 deliveries, thanks to the new rule.

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Following the penalty runs, USA's body language took a hit and they surrendered after putting up a good fight until then.&nbsp;

Talking about the contest, India opted to bowl first and rode on Arshdeep Singh's&nbsp;4 for 9 to restrict USA at 110/7. In reply, India-born Saurabh Netravalkar's early strikes dented India as he dismissed openers Virat Kohli and captain Rohit soon. From 10/2, the Men in Blue were further reduced to 39 for 3 before an unbeaten 72-run fourth-wicket stand between Suryakumar Yadav (50 not out) and Shivam Dube (31 not out) took them home&nbsp;in 18.2 overs.

India will now shift their focus to the Super 8s but have a final group stage game remaining, versus Canada on Saturday (June 15) in Florida.&nbsp;

India beat USA by seven wickets in what was a hard-fought low-scoring affair in the ongoing T20 World Cup on Wednesday (June 12). Playing at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, India kept their winning run intact in the 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA, to become the third team to proceed to the Super 8 stage.

India beat USA by seven wickets in what was a hard-fought low-scoring affair in the ongoing T20 World Cup on Wednesday (June 12). Playing at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, India kept their winning run intact in the 20-nation tournament, being held in West Indies and the USA, to become the third team to proceed to the Super 8 stage. Chasing 111, India were made to work hard for every run but were awarded 5 penalty runs during the end overs. This eased their run-chase as they eventually won by seven wickets in 18.2 overs. WHY WERE INDIA AWARDED 5 PENALTY RUNS VS USA? It is to be noted that just before the start of the 16th over, stand-in captain Aaron Jones had a word with the umpires before USA were docked five penalty runs. Notably, the co-hosts went past 60 seconds to start a new over three times during the Indian innings. As per the new rules, it is considered a penalty. Hence, this changed the momentum of the game completely in India's favour. Before the penalty runs were awarded, India needed 35 off 30 balls but the equation changed to 30 off 30 deliveries, thanks to the new rule. Also read: T20 World Cup: India set to face Australia on June 24 in Super 8s! Here's how Following the penalty runs, USA's body language took a hit and they surrendered after putting up a good fight until then. Talking about the contest, India opted to bowl first and rode on Arshdeep Singh's 4 for 9 to restrict USA at 110/7. In reply, India-born Saurabh Netravalkar's early strikes dented India as he dismissed openers Virat Kohli and captain Rohit soon. From 10/2, the Men in Blue were further reduced to 39 for 3 before an unbeaten 72-run fourth-wicket stand between Suryakumar Yadav (50 not out) and Shivam Dube (31 not out) took them home in 18.2 overs. India will now shift their focus to the Super 8s but have a final group stage game remaining, versus Canada on Saturday (June 15) in Florida.

T20 WC: Explained! How ICC's new stop-clock rule awarded India 5 penalty runs vs USA

India qualified for the Super 8s with a tough seven-wicket win over USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York on Wednesday (June 12). With this victory, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. became the third team -- after Australia and South Africa -- to proceed to the next round. Thus, India are set to lock horns with Australia on June 24 as both sides will be in the same group in the Super 8 stage.&nbsp;

Notably, pre-seeding for the Super 8 stage was already decided by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Thus, India are set to lock horns with Australia on June 24 in a confirmed fixture. Rohit and Co. are seeded as A1, with Australia seeded as B2. Apart from Australia, India are likely to be joined by Afghanistan (C1) and Bangladesh (D2)&nbsp;

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Talking about the India-USA clash, the former won the toss and opted to bowl first on a tough batting pitch in New York. Riding on Arshdeep Singh's 4 for 9 and Hardik Pandya's 2 for 14, the Men in Blue restricted USA to 110/8. In reply, USA made it tough for India with Indian-born Saurabh Netravalkar striking early to remove openers Virat Kohli and captain Rohit. From 10/2, India were further reduced to 39 for 3 before an unbroken 72-run fourth-wicket stand between Suryakumar Yadav (50 not out) and Shivam Dube (31 not out) took their side home in 18.2 overs.

Before the Super 8s, India have a game left in the group stage where they face Canada on Saturday (June 15) in Florida.&nbsp;

India qualified for the Super 8s with a tough seven-wicket win over USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York on Wednesday (June 12). With this victory, Rohit Sharma & Co.

India qualified for the Super 8s with a tough seven-wicket win over USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York on Wednesday (June 12). With this victory, Rohit Sharma & Co. became the third team -- after Australia and South Africa -- to proceed to the next round. Thus, India are set to lock horns with Australia on June 24 as both sides will be in the same group in the Super 8 stage. Notably, pre-seeding for the Super 8 stage was already decided by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Thus, India are set to lock horns with Australia on June 24 in a confirmed fixture. Rohit and Co. are seeded as A1, with Australia seeded as B2. Apart from Australia, India are likely to be joined by Afghanistan (C1) and Bangladesh (D2) Also read: T20 WC: Qualifying for Super 8s 'big relief', playing in New York wasn't easy - Rohit after India beat USA Talking about the India-USA clash, the former won the toss and opted to bowl first on a tough batting pitch in New York. Riding on Arshdeep Singh's 4 for 9 and Hardik Pandya's 2 for 14, the Men in Blue restricted USA to 110/8. In reply, USA made it tough for India with Indian-born Saurabh Netravalkar striking early to remove openers Virat Kohli and captain Rohit. From 10/2, India were further reduced to 39 for 3 before an unbroken 72-run fourth-wicket stand between Suryakumar Yadav (50 not out) and Shivam Dube (31 not out) took their side home in 18.2 overs. Before the Super 8s, India have a game left in the group stage where they face Canada on Saturday (June 15) in Florida.

T20 World Cup: India set to face Australia on June 24 in Super 8 stage! Here's how

Australia have booked their place in the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage after their latest win against Namibia on Tuesday (June 11). Having rested Mitchell Starc for the clash in Antigua, the Aussies made light work&nbsp;of the African side to secure a nine-wicket win which now sees them into the next round. On the other hand, Sri Lanka are on the brink of elimination after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain, leaving them winless after three matches.

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<h2>Australia in Super 8</h2>

Needing only a win to secure a Super 8 berth, Australia crushed Namibia in Antigua in a contest that lasted a little over two hours on the pitch. Bowling first, all of Australia’s frontline bowlers were on the wicket-takers list as they bowled out the minnows for 72 in 17 overs. Adam Zampa was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 12/4 in his four overs while Marcus Stoinis (9/2) and Josh Hazlewood (18/2) were also in great form with the ball.

Interestingly, only two Namibia batters got into double figures with Michael van Lingen scoring 10 and skipper Gerhard Erasmus amassing half of the team’s total with 36 runs.

Needing just 73 runs to win, the Aussies chased down the total in just 5.4 overs with Travis Head top-scoring with 34 runs while David Warner got out for 20. Mitchell Marsh remained unbeaten on 18 off 9 propelling Australia to their third win of the T20 World Cup.

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Australia’s final contest against Scotland will be an interesting scenario.&nbsp;If Mitchell Marsh’s side loses that match they will finish second in Group B and eliminate England with Scotland finishing as group winners with seven points. However, an Australia win will see England retain their chances of Super 8 qualification provided they win their remaining two matches.

<h2>Sri Lanka stare at elimination</h2>

Needing to win to retain their Super 8 qualification aspirations, Sri Lanka’s hopes were damaged by the washout against Nepal. With the points shared, both teams got off&nbsp;the mark on the points table but with only one game in hand, Sri Lanka can reach a maximum of three points even if they win against the Netherlands on Sunday.

Sri Lanka’s Super 8 qualification scenario as follows after today’s draw due to rain

<ul>
	<li>Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, if either team wins then Sri Lanka are eliminated</li>
	<li>Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which see the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR)</li>
	<li>Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh</li>
</ul>

Any&nbsp;other set of results will see Sri Lanka&nbsp;exit the T20 World Cup.

Australia have booked their place in the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage after their latest win against Namibia on Tuesday (June 11). Having rested Mitchell Starc for the clash in Antigua, the Aussies made light work of the African side to secure a nine-wicket win which now sees them into the next round.

Australia have booked their place in the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage after their latest win against Namibia on Tuesday (June 11). Having rested Mitchell Starc for the clash in Antigua, the Aussies made light work of the African side to secure a nine-wicket win which now sees them into the next round. On the other hand, Sri Lanka are on the brink of elimination after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain, leaving them winless after three matches. Australia are through to the Second Round of #T20WorldCup 2024 after comprehensive win over Namibia 💪 📝 #AUSvNAM: https://t.co/eVtK52GD6d pic.twitter.com/1Q6mK5MGap — ICC (@ICC) June 12, 2024 × Australia in Super 8 Needing only a win to secure a Super 8 berth, Australia crushed Namibia in Antigua in a contest that lasted a little over two hours on the pitch. Bowling first, all of Australia’s frontline bowlers were on the wicket-takers list as they bowled out the minnows for 72 in 17 overs. Adam Zampa was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 12/4 in his four overs while Marcus Stoinis (9/2) and Josh Hazlewood (18/2) were also in great form with the ball. Interestingly, only two Namibia batters got into double figures with Michael van Lingen scoring 10 and skipper Gerhard Erasmus amassing half of the team’s total with 36 runs. Needing just 73 runs to win, the Aussies chased down the total in just 5.4 overs with Travis Head top-scoring with 34 runs while David Warner got out for 20. Mitchell Marsh remained unbeaten on 18 off 9 propelling Australia to their third win of the T20 World Cup. ALSO READ | Pakistan keep T20 World Cup hopes alive after convincing win against Canada Australia’s final contest against Scotland will be an interesting scenario. If Mitchell Marsh’s side loses that match they will finish second in Group B and eliminate England with Scotland finishing as group winners with seven points. However, an Australia win will see England retain their chances of Super 8 qualification provided they win their remaining two matches. Sri Lanka stare at elimination Needing to win to retain their Super 8 qualification aspirations, Sri Lanka’s hopes were damaged by the washout against Nepal. With the points shared, both teams got off the mark on the points table but with only one game in hand, Sri Lanka can reach a maximum of three points even if they win against the Netherlands on Sunday. Sri Lanka’s Super 8 qualification scenario as follows after today’s draw due to rain Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, if either team wins then Sri Lanka are eliminated Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which see the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR) Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh Any other set of results will see Sri Lanka exit the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Aussies secure Super 8 berth despite resting star names vs Namibia; SL on brink of elimination

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt ripped apart Babar Azam-led Men in Green following their poor performances in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, being held in West Indies and the USA. Butt came down heavily on Babar for his lack of match-winning performances and blasted the entire side for portraying themselves as giants despite falling flat against big teams. He even laughed off comparisons of Babar and Virat Kohli, stating that 'there is self-proclamation that our captain is the king'.

In a social media video, Butt said, "There is self-proclamation that our captain is the king and the other is the world's best fast bowler. Sometimes we compare this guy with (Jasprit) Bumrah and him (Babar) with (Virat) Kohli...Okay, you touched ICC (top) ranking at one point, but also touched reality sometime. Are you able to win a match on your own? Is there a standing of our team? It's similar to those YouTube thumbnails that you are enticed to click and open once."

Babar has only 90 runs in three games in the T20 WC, at an average of 30 and a strike-rate of 105. Against India, he only managed a 10-ball 13.

Butt further mentioned, "Besides its good things, one bad thing about social media is that you can get anything done by paid campaigns...your decisions are based on paid campaigns. We should bring these self-proclaimed greats back on earth and (tell them to) stay who they are. First win a match, a big tournament, fight it out to win against a big team, finish a match single-handedly, then think what you want to proclaim."

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Further, Butt lavished huge praise on Rohit Sharma-led India for their mental superiority, which is helping them win big games. Talking about the India-Pakistan T20 WC clash, on Sunday (June 9) in New York, Rohit &amp; Co. defended 119 by restricing Pakistan for 113/7 riding on Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14 and contributions from Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh along with some good fielding.

Pakistan did redeem themselves to an extent with a seven-wicket win over Canada on Tuesday (June 11), however, they still have lots to do to proceed to the Super 8. Babar-led Pakistan have lost two games, to USA and India, and need to beat Ireland at all costs in their final game, and hope for other results to go in their favour to qualify for the next round.

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt ripped apart Babar Azam-led Men in Green following their poor performances in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, being held in West Indies and the USA.

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt ripped apart Babar Azam-led Men in Green following their poor performances in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, being held in West Indies and the USA. Butt came down heavily on Babar for his lack of match-winning performances and blasted the entire side for portraying themselves as giants despite falling flat against big teams. He even laughed off comparisons of Babar and Virat Kohli, stating that 'there is self-proclamation that our captain is the king'. In a social media video, Butt said, "There is self-proclamation that our captain is the king and the other is the world's best fast bowler. Sometimes we compare this guy with (Jasprit) Bumrah and him (Babar) with (Virat) Kohli...Okay, you touched ICC (top) ranking at one point, but also touched reality sometime. Are you able to win a match on your own? Is there a standing of our team? It's similar to those YouTube thumbnails that you are enticed to click and open once." Babar has only 90 runs in three games in the T20 WC, at an average of 30 and a strike-rate of 105. Against India, he only managed a 10-ball 13. Butt further mentioned, "Besides its good things, one bad thing about social media is that you can get anything done by paid campaigns...your decisions are based on paid campaigns. We should bring these self-proclaimed greats back on earth and (tell them to) stay who they are. First win a match, a big tournament, fight it out to win against a big team, finish a match single-handedly, then think what you want to proclaim." Also read: T20 WC: Good time to play 'undercooked' New Zealand, says WI skipper Rovman Powell ahead of crucial tie Further, Butt lavished huge praise on Rohit Sharma-led India for their mental superiority, which is helping them win big games. Talking about the India-Pakistan T20 WC clash, on Sunday (June 9) in New York, Rohit & Co. defended 119 by restricing Pakistan for 113/7 riding on Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14 and contributions from Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh along with some good fielding. Pakistan did redeem themselves to an extent with a seven-wicket win over Canada on Tuesday (June 11), however, they still have lots to do to proceed to the Super 8. Babar-led Pakistan have lost two games, to USA and India, and need to beat Ireland at all costs in their final game, and hope for other results to go in their favour to qualify for the next round.

There is self-proclamation that our captain is the king: Butt BLASTS Babar amid Pakistan's T20 WC woes

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh accepted apology from his Pakistani counterpart Kamran Akmal after the latter made a racist joke on Arshdeep Singh. The cricketer-turned-commentator, however, called Akmal 'worthless' for making such statement in the first place.&nbsp;

Harbhajan cautioned the former Pakistan wicketkeeper that such transgressions should never be repeated.&nbsp;

"This is an utterly absurd statement and an incredibly childish act that only a 'Nalaayak' (worthless)&nbsp;individual can perpetrate. Kamran Akmal must comprehend that there is no necessity to comment on or mock anyone's religion," Harbhajan was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.

"It is commendable that he swiftly realised his error and apologised, but he should never again attempt to offend any Sikh or any religion. We hold all religions in high regard, be it Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, or Christianity...," Harbhajan added.

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<h2>What did Kamran do?</h2>

Akmal, who is currently part of&nbsp;a Pakistani channel's cricket panel for the ICC T20 World Cup, made fun of Arshdeep as the Indian pacer prepared to bowl the final over of the India vs Pakistan match.&nbsp;

"Kuch bhi ho sakta hai...12 baj gaye hai (Anything can happen, it's 12 already),” Akmal said laughing.&nbsp;

“Kisi Sikh ko nahi dena chaiye 12 baje over (No Sikh should be given the over when it is 12)," another guest on the show could be heard adding to Akmal's joke.

While Akmal made racial jokes about Arshdeep, the left-arm seamer went on to bowl an excellent last over that helped India win the match, despite posting a modest target of 120.&nbsp;&nbsp;

As the video clip of Akmal's inappropriate joke went viral, Harbhajan posted a message on his X account and slammed the Pakistani ex-cricketer.&nbsp;

"Lakh di laanat tere Kamraan Akhmal (Shame on you Kamran Akmal).You should know the history of Sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth," wrote Harbhajan.

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After getting lashed by the Indian cricketer, Akmal promptly released an apology statement and owned up his mistake.&nbsp;

"I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to @harbhajan_singh and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry. #Respect #Apology," wrote Akmal.&nbsp;

Akmal is not the first Pakistani cricketer to have made controversial statements, Last year, Abdul Razzaq was caught in hot waters for making sexist remarks on Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh accepted apology from his Pakistani counterpart Kamran Akmal after the latter made a racist joke on Arshdeep Singh. The cricketer-turned-commentator, however, called Akmal 'worthless' for making such statement in the first place.

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh accepted apology from his Pakistani counterpart Kamran Akmal after the latter made a racist joke on Arshdeep Singh. The cricketer-turned-commentator, however, called Akmal 'worthless' for making such statement in the first place. Harbhajan cautioned the former Pakistan wicketkeeper that such transgressions should never be repeated. "This is an utterly absurd statement and an incredibly childish act that only a 'Nalaayak' (worthless) individual can perpetrate. Kamran Akmal must comprehend that there is no necessity to comment on or mock anyone's religion," Harbhajan was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. "It is commendable that he swiftly realised his error and apologised, but he should never again attempt to offend any Sikh or any religion. We hold all religions in high regard, be it Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, or Christianity...," Harbhajan added. Also read | 'Shame on you': Harbhajan Singh slams Pakistan's Kamran Akmal for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh What did Kamran do? Akmal, who is currently part of a Pakistani channel's cricket panel for the ICC T20 World Cup, made fun of Arshdeep as the Indian pacer prepared to bowl the final over of the India vs Pakistan match. "Kuch bhi ho sakta hai...12 baj gaye hai (Anything can happen, it's 12 already),” Akmal said laughing. “Kisi Sikh ko nahi dena chaiye 12 baje over (No Sikh should be given the over when it is 12)," another guest on the show could be heard adding to Akmal's joke. While Akmal made racial jokes about Arshdeep, the left-arm seamer went on to bowl an excellent last over that helped India win the match, despite posting a modest target of 120. As the video clip of Akmal's inappropriate joke went viral, Harbhajan posted a message on his X account and slammed the Pakistani ex-cricketer. "Lakh di laanat tere Kamraan Akhmal (Shame on you Kamran Akmal).You should know the history of Sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth," wrote Harbhajan. Lakh di laanat tere Kamraan Akhmal.. You should know the history of sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth. We Sikhs saved ur mothers and sisters when they were abducted by invaders, the time invariably was 12 o’clock . Shame on you guys.. Have some Gratitude @KamiAkmal23 😡😡🤬 https://t.co/5gim7hOb6f — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 10, 2024 × After getting lashed by the Indian cricketer, Akmal promptly released an apology statement and owned up his mistake. "I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to @harbhajan_singh and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry. #Respect #Apology," wrote Akmal. Akmal is not the first Pakistani cricketer to have made controversial statements, Last year, Abdul Razzaq was caught in hot waters for making sexist remarks on Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. (With inputs from agencies)

Harbhajan Singh calls Kamran Akmal 'worthless' despite apology from ex-Pakistan cricketer for racist joke

West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8. The Kiwis are currently languishing at the bottom of Group D with a Net Run Rate of -4.200 after an 84-run loss to Afghanistan.&nbsp;

Ahead of the crucial clash versus the Black Caps, Powell said in the pre-match press conference, "Definitely, if there's a good time to play New Zealand, I think it's now. As you said, they're a little bit undercooked. The pressure is really on them, because this game decides whether they go on: yes or no. Having said that, we're not focusing on New Zealand: we're focusing on what we have to do."

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The 30-year-old Powell further indicated that a high-scoring match may not be on the cards due to the weather. In this regard, Powell added, "With the rain around, that can play a part in the scores. If the groundsmen don't have sufficient time to produce good wickets, that's also a problem with the rain around. You don't get enough time to sun. Hopefully tomorrow is a very good day in terms of the weather."

Talking about NZ's T20 WC opener, they faced Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan at the&nbsp;Providence Stadium, Guyana on Jun 7 (local time) and fell flat. Opting to bowl first, NZ were off to a poor start. Afghanistan rode on opener&nbsp;Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 80 to post 159 for 6. In reply, the Kiwis fell for a paltry 75 in 15.2 overs courtesy of&nbsp;Fazalhaq Farooqi and captain Rashid's four wickets apiece.&nbsp;

West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8.

West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8. The Kiwis are currently languishing at the bottom of Group D with a Net Run Rate of -4.200 after an 84-run loss to Afghanistan. Ahead of the crucial clash versus the Black Caps, Powell said in the pre-match press conference, "Definitely, if there's a good time to play New Zealand, I think it's now. As you said, they're a little bit undercooked. The pressure is really on them, because this game decides whether they go on: yes or no. Having said that, we're not focusing on New Zealand: we're focusing on what we have to do." Also read: T20 WC: Knocking England out early is 'in our best interests' - Hazlewood after Australia confirm Super 8 spot The 30-year-old Powell further indicated that a high-scoring match may not be on the cards due to the weather. In this regard, Powell added, "With the rain around, that can play a part in the scores. If the groundsmen don't have sufficient time to produce good wickets, that's also a problem with the rain around. You don't get enough time to sun. Hopefully tomorrow is a very good day in terms of the weather." Talking about NZ's T20 WC opener, they faced Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan at the Providence Stadium, Guyana on Jun 7 (local time) and fell flat. Opting to bowl first, NZ were off to a poor start. Afghanistan rode on opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 80 to post 159 for 6. In reply, the Kiwis fell for a paltry 75 in 15.2 overs courtesy of Fazalhaq Farooqi and captain Rashid's four wickets apiece.

T20 WC: Good time to play 'undercooked' New Zealand, says WI skipper Rovman Powell ahead of crucial tie

The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination. While the contest was taking place in the United States, far from the original geographical rise of the rivalry, an unfortunate incident took place in Pakistan’s Karachi. A YouTuber lost his life&nbsp;after he was shot while filming a preview for the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match.

<h2>What was the incident?</h2>

Saad Ahmed, a 24-year-old YouTuber, was shot dead by a security guard in the Serena mobile market in Karachi on June 4. According to eyewitnesses, the YouTuber was in conversation with the shopkeepers and the local public when the incident took place. During this conversation, Ahmed approached Gul Hassan, a security person in the famous Karachi market. During their chat, the flow of the conversation escalated to such an extent that Gul shot Ahmed with his service pistol.

He was quickly rushed to a hospital by the people around him but he succumbed to his injuries. CCTV footage indicated that Ahmed was shot in the shoulder and was bleeding profusely.

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Police officers quickly arrived at the scene and, with the assistance of rescue teams, took Ahmed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital where he was pronounced ‘dead on arrival’.

A First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged at the Taimuria Police Station after a complaint was filed by the victim’s father, Mukhtiar Ahmed. The FIR names the security guard, the security agency and the mobile market authority that have&nbsp;been accused of negligence despite prior permission for the video shoot.

The local police are understood to have taken appropriate action once the complaint was filed. The security person was detained and his weapon was confiscated with an inquiry underway. It is being reported that certain gestures by Ahmed provoked Gul who then&nbsp;shot the YouTuber.

The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination.

The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination. While the contest was taking place in the United States, far from the original geographical rise of the rivalry, an unfortunate incident took place in Pakistan’s Karachi. A YouTuber lost his life after he was shot while filming a preview for the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match. What was the incident? Saad Ahmed, a 24-year-old YouTuber, was shot dead by a security guard in the Serena mobile market in Karachi on June 4. According to eyewitnesses, the YouTuber was in conversation with the shopkeepers and the local public when the incident took place. During this conversation, Ahmed approached Gul Hassan, a security person in the famous Karachi market. During their chat, the flow of the conversation escalated to such an extent that Gul shot Ahmed with his service pistol. He was quickly rushed to a hospital by the people around him but he succumbed to his injuries. CCTV footage indicated that Ahmed was shot in the shoulder and was bleeding profusely. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Aussies secure Super 8 berth after resting star names vs Namibia; SL on brink of elimination Police officers quickly arrived at the scene and, with the assistance of rescue teams, took Ahmed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital where he was pronounced ‘dead on arrival’. A First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged at the Taimuria Police Station after a complaint was filed by the victim’s father, Mukhtiar Ahmed. The FIR names the security guard, the security agency and the mobile market authority that have been accused of negligence despite prior permission for the video shoot. The local police are understood to have taken appropriate action once the complaint was filed. The security person was detained and his weapon was confiscated with an inquiry underway. It is being reported that certain gestures by Ahmed provoked Gul who then shot the YouTuber.

Security guard shoots dead YouTuber for asking him questions about India-Pak match

After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.e. if they are in a position to do so -- to knockout defending champions England. Jos Buttler &amp; Co. are in a precarious position to stay alive in the competition after being winless post their first two games. The 2022 champions will next face Oman in Antigua.

England's tournament opener saw the clash being abandoned due to rain, after Scotland's innings. In their following tie, England lost to Australia by 36 runs and need full points from their remaining two games to proceed ahead. Australia, with three wins in a row, may look to rest some big players -- as they did versus Namibia on Tuesday (June 11) in Antigua (local time) -- versus Scotland and might be tempted to work around any margin of victory -- if&nbsp;in such a position -- to eliminate England.

Hazlewood told&nbsp;reporters after his side's big win against Namibia, "In this tournament you potentially come up against England at some stage again and…they're probably one of the top few teams on their day and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else,"

"It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to people, not me,"&nbsp;Hazlewood further said.

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<h2>'To take confidence from winning well is more important than&nbsp;trying to knock someone else out'</h2>

He, however, added, "Whether you get close and you just knock it around and drag it out. There's a few options there but...to take confidence from winning and winning well, I think that's almost more important than potentially trying to knock someone else out. They've still got a lot to do on their behalf as well, so I think it'll become clearer the closer we get to that sort of stuff."

Regarding the Net Run Rate (NRR) scenario, the exact sums won't be known until England play Oman as well as Namibia. However, there is a high probability of&nbsp;Scotland making it to the next round even with a narrow loss against Australia. This would eventfully eliminate England&nbsp;even if Buttler &amp; Co. win their remaining fixtures.

Given the NRR&nbsp;won't be carried forward in the next round, Australia won't mind manipulating any margin of victory over the Scotts. However, one can't take Scotland lightly as well. They have it in them to spring in a surprise versus the Aussies (especially if they are considering to rest some of their&nbsp;key players). At present, Scotland are placed second in Group B with 5&nbsp;points, with a NRR of +2.164. England have 1 point and a NRR of&nbsp;-1.800. Meanwhile, Australia top this group with 6 points and a healthy NRR of&nbsp;+3.580.

The Australia-Scotland clash will be held at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Saturday (June 15).

After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.

After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.e. if they are in a position to do so -- to knockout defending champions England. Jos Buttler & Co. are in a precarious position to stay alive in the competition after being winless post their first two games. The 2022 champions will next face Oman in Antigua. England's tournament opener saw the clash being abandoned due to rain, after Scotland's innings. In their following tie, England lost to Australia by 36 runs and need full points from their remaining two games to proceed ahead. Australia, with three wins in a row, may look to rest some big players -- as they did versus Namibia on Tuesday (June 11) in Antigua (local time) -- versus Scotland and might be tempted to work around any margin of victory -- if in such a position -- to eliminate England. Hazlewood told reporters after his side's big win against Namibia, "In this tournament you potentially come up against England at some stage again and…they're probably one of the top few teams on their day and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else," "It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to people, not me," Hazlewood further said. Also read: T20 World Cup: Pakistan’s Super 8 chances at the mercy of Florida weather! Here's why 'To take confidence from winning well is more important than trying to knock someone else out' He, however, added, "Whether you get close and you just knock it around and drag it out. There's a few options there but...to take confidence from winning and winning well, I think that's almost more important than potentially trying to knock someone else out. They've still got a lot to do on their behalf as well, so I think it'll become clearer the closer we get to that sort of stuff." Regarding the Net Run Rate (NRR) scenario, the exact sums won't be known until England play Oman as well as Namibia. However, there is a high probability of Scotland making it to the next round even with a narrow loss against Australia. This would eventfully eliminate England even if Buttler & Co. win their remaining fixtures. Given the NRR won't be carried forward in the next round, Australia won't mind manipulating any margin of victory over the Scotts. However, one can't take Scotland lightly as well. They have it in them to spring in a surprise versus the Aussies (especially if they are considering to rest some of their key players). At present, Scotland are placed second in Group B with 5 points, with a NRR of +2.164. England have 1 point and a NRR of -1.800. Meanwhile, Australia top this group with 6 points and a healthy NRR of +3.580. The Australia-Scotland clash will be held at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Saturday (June 15).

T20 WC: Knocking England out early is 'in our best interests' - Hazlewood after Australia confirm Super 8 spot

Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7. With this, Pakistan keep their T20 WC hopes alive and have a bleak chance of reaching the Super 8. However, they are at the mercy of Florida's not-so-promising weather ahead of their final game versus Ireland, on Sunday (June 16).

It is to be noted that Florida will host three matches in Group A&nbsp;comprising Pakistan. Pakistan will, thus, face Ireland at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida on Sunday and need full points to proceed ahead, along with some other favourable results. However, the weather forecast isn't ideal in Florida for the upcoming games.&nbsp;

<h2>WEATHER FORECAST FOR UPCOMING FLORIDA GAMES</h2>

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If rain plays spoilsport for Pakistan, Babar &amp; Co. will be knocked out of the 20-nation tournament. At present, they only have two points&nbsp;with a Net Run-Rate of +0.191&nbsp;following defeats versus USA and India along with a win versus Canada.&nbsp;

So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the tournament. On Tuesday, Nepal and Sri Lanka's face-off got washed out at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida where not even a single ball was bowled (without a toss). In fact, the officials called off the match more than two hours before the cut off time for a 5-over contest. Thus, Pakistani fans will hope for a major turnaround in Florida's weather for the upcoming days and pray for their side's win to enter the next round.

Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7.

Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7. With this, Pakistan keep their T20 WC hopes alive and have a bleak chance of reaching the Super 8. However, they are at the mercy of Florida's not-so-promising weather ahead of their final game versus Ireland, on Sunday (June 16). It is to be noted that Florida will host three matches in Group A comprising Pakistan. Pakistan will, thus, face Ireland at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida on Sunday and need full points to proceed ahead, along with some other favourable results. However, the weather forecast isn't ideal in Florida for the upcoming games. WEATHER FORECAST FOR UPCOMING FLORIDA GAMES Also read: T20 WC: 'It appears he was wasting balls' - Former Pak captain questions Imad Wasim's slow knock vs India If rain plays spoilsport for Pakistan, Babar & Co. will be knocked out of the 20-nation tournament. At present, they only have two points with a Net Run-Rate of +0.191 following defeats versus USA and India along with a win versus Canada. So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the tournament. On Tuesday, Nepal and Sri Lanka's face-off got washed out at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida where not even a single ball was bowled (without a toss). In fact, the officials called off the match more than two hours before the cut off time for a 5-over contest. Thus, Pakistani fans will hope for a major turnaround in Florida's weather for the upcoming days and pray for their side's win to enter the next round.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan’s Super 8 chances at the mercy of Florida weather! Here's why

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain. The contest supposed to take place in Florida was called off without a ball being bowled, resulting in points being shared. This leaves Sri Lanka with a hilarious set of equations to qualify for the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with Bangladesh and South Africa now sitting in pole position.

<h2>What is the current scenario?</h2>

After defeats to South Africa and Bangladesh in their opening two matches of the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka needed to win the Tuesday contest against Nepal to keep their fate in their own hands. While the point against Nepal got them off&nbsp;the mark on the standings, it leaves them with a vulnerable set of results to be achieved to reach the Super 8.

Going into their final group game, even a win against the Netherlands on Sunday won’t see them qualify for the Super 8 as they will reach a maximum of three points and need all other teams to stay on three points or lower. The following are the only set of results that could see Sri Lanka finish second.

<ul>
	<li>Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, in case one of the two teams win then Sri Lanka are eliminated</li>
	<li>Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which sees the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR)</li>
	<li>Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh</li>
</ul>

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Any other set of results will see Sri Lanka’s elimination from the T20 World Cup.

South Africa on the other side have qualified for the Super 8 as they cannot finish lower than second place, thus ensuring qualification. Apart from South Africa, Australia remain the only other side to ensure Super 8 qualification with the winner of India vs USA also set to join the the teams on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain.

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain. The contest supposed to take place in Florida was called off without a ball being bowled, resulting in points being shared. This leaves Sri Lanka with a hilarious set of equations to qualify for the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with Bangladesh and South Africa now sitting in pole position. What is the current scenario? After defeats to South Africa and Bangladesh in their opening two matches of the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka needed to win the Tuesday contest against Nepal to keep their fate in their own hands. While the point against Nepal got them off the mark on the standings, it leaves them with a vulnerable set of results to be achieved to reach the Super 8. Going into their final group game, even a win against the Netherlands on Sunday won’t see them qualify for the Super 8 as they will reach a maximum of three points and need all other teams to stay on three points or lower. The following are the only set of results that could see Sri Lanka finish second. Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, in case one of the two teams win then Sri Lanka are eliminated Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which sees the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR) Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Aussies secure Super 8 berth after resting star names vs Namibia; SL on brink of elimination Any other set of results will see Sri Lanka’s elimination from the T20 World Cup. South Africa on the other side have qualified for the Super 8 as they cannot finish lower than second place, thus ensuring qualification. Apart from South Africa, Australia remain the only other side to ensure Super 8 qualification with the winner of India vs USA also set to join the the teams on Wednesday.

Explained: Sri Lanka's hilarious equations to qualify for T20 World Cup Super 8 stage

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