New Delhi: India will lock horns with South Africa in a high-octane clash at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Final. Both teams are entering the tournament on an unbeaten streak. Interestingly, it is the first time both the teams are unbeaten at the finals.
In a battle of wits, India will look to end their trophy drought after a decade. While the Proteas will play in their maiden T20 World Cup finals. South Africa has already broken its longstanding record of being the ‘chokers’. Now, with the silverware up for grabs, can Markram and his men finally get the ultimate prize?
🗓️ 29 June
📍 BarbadosIt’s time for #T20WorldCup 2024 Final 🤩 pic.twitter.com/r2WqbYmlYZ
— ICC (@ICC) June 29, 2024
How will the pitch at Barbados behave before the finals?
Traditionally the pitch in Barbados has always favoured the fast bowlers. Naturally, the pitch will aid the likes of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh who have performed exceedingly well in this edition of the T20 World Cup. Bumrah especially will be key for India’s win over the Proteas.
However, with adequate moisture on the pitch, there might also be some spin on offer. Naturally, Kuldeep and Axar might get some turn from the pitch. On the other hand, Indian batsmen will be weary of the spin duo of Keshav Maharaj and Tabraiz Shamsi who have constantly found some purchase from the pitch.
What is the predicted lineup for both teams?
India Playing XI
Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah.
South Africa Playing XI
Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi.
Where to watch the India vs South Africa game?
Fans can watch the men in blue in the finals on the Disney+Hotstar application and telecast it on the Star Sports Network. The match starts at 8:00 pm sharp. So, don’t forget to turn on your TV sets for this pulsating finals!
