New York is set to witness a high-voltage cricket clash for the first time as India takes on Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday, June 9. This highly anticipated match marks the eighth meeting between the two sides in the T20 World Cup, where India holds a strong edge with a head-to-head record of 6-1. Pakistan, recovering from an embarrassing defeat to co-hosts USA, will be eager to bounce back, while India aims to secure back-to-back wins in the tournament. Here are all the details, including the pitch report, weather forecast, and live streaming information.

Weather update: Overcast conditions and rain threat loom

The New York weather poses a significant concern for the match. According to Accuweather, overcast conditions are expected throughout the day, which could favor the bowlers. The forecast predicts a 70% cloud cover when the game begins, and there is a 42% chance of rain in the morning. The match, scheduled to start at 10:30 am local time, might also face a 13% probability of thunderstorms, potentially disrupting the play.

Pitch report: Bowler-friendly conditions at Nassau County stadium

Nassau County Stadium has drawn attention for its challenging pitch conditions. The drop-in tracks, installed under the supervision of Adelaide Oval groundsman Damian Hough, have yet to settle properly, causing nightmares for batters. In previous matches, teams have struggled to score beyond 100 runs, with the surface offering uneven bounce and raising safety concerns. Indian skipper Rohit Sharma’s shoulder injury during the opener against Ireland highlighted these issues. The ICC has promised a better surface for the India-Pakistan clash, which could potentially lead to a higher-scoring game.

Streaming details: How to watch the match live

Cricket fans can catch all the action live on the Star Sports Network. The match will also be available for live streaming on the Hotstar app and website.

Match details

• Match: India vs Pakistan, Group A Match 19, T20 World Cup 2024
• Venue: Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York
• Date & Time: Sunday, June 9, 8:00 PM (IST)
• Live Streaming: Star Sports Network, Hotstar app and website

Squads update

India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson/Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh

Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Usman Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Azam Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf/Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah

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As the teams gear up for this epic clash, fans around the world will be hoping for clear skies and an uninterrupted contest between the arch-rivals.