Rain is expected to pose a significant challenge as India face Bangladesh in their second Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, on Saturday, June 22. The match, scheduled to start at 10:30 AM local time (8:00 PM IST), comes under the shadow of recent rain interruptions that have affected previous matches at the venue.

Two of the last three T20 World Cup 2024 matches in Antigua have been disrupted by rain. The Super 8 match between Australia and Bangladesh on Friday saw the second innings halted after 11.2 overs, leading to Australia securing a 28-run victory through the DLS method. Similarly, England’s must-win group stage match against Namibia experienced a delayed start and was reduced to a 10-over per-side affair, which England won, ensuring their qualification to the next round with help from Australia’s victory over Scotland.

Weather forecast

According to AccuWeather, rain showers are predicted in Antigua from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM, followed by a brief respite. However, thunderstorms are expected to return between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, coinciding with the scheduled start of the India vs Bangladesh match. Although it is expected to be partly sunny from 11:00 AM onwards, the precipitation level will only drop below 45 percent after 12:00 PM, and remain around 30 percent until 3:00 PM. More thunderstorms are predicted between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. With humidity levels hovering around 75-80 percent and temperatures around 31 degrees Celsius, the conditions could be challenging. The wind speed is expected to be around 19 km/h at the stadium.

• Date: Saturday, June 22
• Weather: Thunderstorms likely in the morning, partly sunny from 11:00 AM onwards
• Maximum Temperature: 31°C
• Minimum Temperature: Not specified
• Humidity: 75-80%
• Wind Speed: 19 km/h

What if the match gets washed out?

If the match is affected by rain, a minimum of five overs per side must be played for a result to be decided using the DLS method. If even a five-over per-side game is not possible, India and Bangladesh will share a point each. In such a scenario, India will have three points from two matches, while Bangladesh will have one point from two matches. This outcome will be crucial as India aim to secure a semi-final spot with a win over Bangladesh. India’s final Super 8 match is against Australia on Monday, June 24, while Bangladesh will face Afghanistan on Tuesday, June 25.

Streaming details

Cricket fans in India can watch the India vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024 match live on the Star Sports Network. For online viewers, the match will be streamed live on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. The toss will take place at 7:30 PM IST, half an hour before the match begins.

• Live on TV: Star Sports Network in India
• Live Online: Disney+ Hotstar app and website
• Match Start Time: 10:30 AM local time (8:00 PM IST)
• Toss Time: 10:00 AM local time (7:30 PM IST)

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India will be looking to continue their winning streak in the T20 World Cup 2024 as they take on Bangladesh, despite the looming threat of rain. The weather conditions and the potential for rain interruptions add an extra layer of complexity to this crucial Super 8 encounter. Fans will be hoping for clear skies to ensure an uninterrupted and thrilling contest at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua.