The Men in Blue are set to kick off their campaign in the Super 8 stages of the T20 World Cup 2024 against Afghanistan on Thursday, June 20, at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. Led by Rohit Sharma, India enter this crucial match with an impressive record from the group stages, having won three out of four matches, with one game being washed out.

Weather forecast

Fans can look forward to a full match as the weather forecast for Barbados is promising. According to weather.com, there is only a 10% chance of precipitation, with bright sunny skies and partial cloud cover expected throughout the game. This is excellent news for both teams, ensuring no interruptions during this high-stakes encounter.

Streaming details

The India vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2024 match will begin at 8:00 PM IST and will be held at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. For viewers in India, the match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network, offering comprehensive coverage of this exciting fixture.

Match: India vs Afghanistan, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super 8
Date and Time: Thursday, June 20, 8:00 PM IST
Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Broadcast: The match will be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar and will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network.

What If the match gets washed out?

In the unlikely event that the match gets washed out, the points will be shared between the two teams, with each team receiving one point. It is important to note that there is no reserve day allocated for any Super 8 games in this tournament.

Match preview

Both teams come into this fixture with strong performances in the group stages. Afghanistan has shown impressive form, securing decisive victories against Uganda, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea. Their only defeat came at the hands of the West Indies, who won by a significant margin.

The pitch at Kensington Oval is expected to favor spinners, which could influence India’s team selection. With Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel already in the squad, India might consider adding another spinner, potentially Kuldeep Yadav or Yuzvendra Chahal, at the expense of a seamer like Mohammed Siraj.

Virat Kohli, looking to regain form after a lean spell, will be a key player for India, while the selection strategy remains a hot topic. Will India stick with the successful group stage lineup or bring in Kuldeep Yadav, their best spinner over the past year, in place of a specialist pacer? Skipper Rohit Sharma had earlier expressed his intent to include all four all-rounders — Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja — which could shape the final playing eleven.

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As India and Afghanistan prepare for this thrilling Super 8 opener, both teams aim to secure an early win in this critical phase of the tournament.