One of cricket's most anticipated games will take place in New York on Sunday as India faces Pakistan at the Men's T20 World Cup. Here's an overview of the Group A match, including insights from both teams, opportunities to predict the winner, and a chance to rank some T20 legends.
Pakistan coach Gary Kirsten, who began his role on May 22, expressed the significance of the match, stating, "cricket doesn’t get bigger than this." He highlighted the privilege of being part of such games and praised the opportunity to travel the world for cricket. Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma emphasized the mental toughness of his players, noting that representing a country of 1.4 billion people requires a unique mindset and resilience.
The India-Pakistan match will take place on Sunday, June 9, in New York. Due to political tensions, the teams only compete on neutral grounds during ICC events and Asia Cups. Tickets for the temporary 34,000-seat stadium are still available, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $10,000. However, the venue has faced challenges with the pitch, transported from Adelaide via Florida, resulting in some underwhelming matches. India has privately expressed concerns about the unpredictable bounce and safety of their batters, prompting the ICC to address the issue.
The match is scheduled to start at 15:30 BST in the UK, which corresponds to 10:30 in New York, 20:00 in Delhi, and 19:30 in Islamabad. The ICC has assured efforts to improve the pitch conditions at Eisenhower Park, aiming to provide a better playing surface for this highly anticipated clash.
