Cricket fans around the world are hoping for clear skies and an uninterrupted contest as these two cricketing giants battle it out for T20 World Cup glory.
India vs South Africa (IND vs SA) Barbados Weather Live Updates, T20 World Cup 2024 Final: The stage is set for a thrilling T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. However, a potential dampener hangs over the highly anticipated clash – the weather.
India, seeking their second T20 World Cup title, will face a hungry South Africa team looking to make history with their first T20 World Cup win.
Barbados rain threatens India vs South Africa
With the Caribbean in the midst of its monsoon season, rain casts a shadow over the final. The weather forecast for Bridgetown predicts rain on both Saturday, the official matchday, and Sunday, the designated reserve day.
Cloudy skies: T20 World Cup final
The forecast for Saturday suggests cloudy skies with a possibility of showers and thunderstorms. Breezy winds with high humidity are also anticipated.
Weather Forecast: IND vs SA
- Temperature: 31°C (Feels like 35°C)
- Wind: Easterly at 35 km/h, with gusts up to 43 km/h
- Humidity: 78%
- Dew Point: 26°C
- Precipitation: 3.0 mm with a 78% chance of rain
- Cloud Cover: 99%
- Visibility: 5 km
Reserve Day and Joint Winners: T20 WC Final
The ICC has allotted an additional 190 minutes of playing time on both Saturday and Sunday to compensate for potential rain delays.
However, if the final is ultimately washed out without a result, both India and South Africa will be declared joint winners of the T20 World Cup 2024.
Cricket fans around the world will be hoping for clear skies and an uninterrupted contest as these two cricketing giants battle it out for T20 World Cup glory.
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