The highly anticipated India vs England ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semifinal, scheduled for Thursday in Barbados, faces a significant rain threat. Persistent showers have plagued the city in recent days, raising concerns about the match being abandoned.
A cancellation would see India automatically advance to the final, as they finished higher than England in the Super Eight pool. India topped Group 1, while England secured second place in Group 2 behind South Africa.
Unlike the first semifinal held in Trinidad and Tobago, the second semifinal does not have a reserve day. Due to the tight turnaround time between the semifinal and the final in Barbados (Saturday), a reserve day is not feasible. However, an additional 250 minutes can be allocated on Thursday to extend the playing hours.
Both the semifinal and final require a minimum of 10 overs per innings to be considered a valid result. This is a stricter requirement compared to the earlier stages of the tournament, which had a five-over minimum. The teams and fans alike will be hoping for a clear sky to witness this crucial encounter.
