India is set to face Pakistan in an eagerly anticipated T20 World Cup match at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on June 9. Nevertheless, the game may be affected by rain.
The AccuWeather hourly forecast for Sunday indicates a possibility of rain at 11:00 am, which is half an hour after the match begins. The likelihood of precipitation remains around 45-50 percent until 4:00 pm, after which it decreases to 30 percent.
The match is scheduled as a day game, allowing for potential additional time if needed. However, it’s highly improbable that the players or umpires will wait until evening for the rain to diminish. It’s fair to say that if the forecast is accurate, there’s a high likelihood of the match being washed out.
Nevertheless, since there are still a few days before the game, there’s a possibility that the forecast could improve.
This upcoming game holds significant importance for Pakistan, especially after their unexpected defeat to the USA in the initial T20 World Cup match. Securing a victory against India is crucial for Pakistan’s chances of advancing to the Super 8s stage.
However, if the match is affected by rain and ends up being washed out, Pakistan could face difficulties since they would only be able to accumulate a maximum of five points even if they win against Canada and Ireland.
India is anticipated to emerge victorious in the upcoming matches against Canada and the USA, securing their qualification and leaving only one spot open for the second qualifier from the Group. The USA currently holds four points, and a win against Ireland would elevate them to six points, securing their place in the Super 8s.
A premature exit in the group stage would be a source of embarrassment for Pakistan.