In a thrilling showdown, Team India clinched their place in the T20 World Cup 2024 final after a resounding 68-run triumph over England on Thursday. The Men in Blue are now set to face South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday.
Notably, this marks the first time South Africa has reached the final of a T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, India, which won the inaugural T20 World Cup trophy in 2007, is making its way to the final for the first time since 2014.
When and Where to Watch the India vs. South Africa T20 Final
The T20 World Cup 2024 final between India and South Africa will be held at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on June 29. The much-anticipated match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network, while live streaming will be available for free on the Disney+ Hotstar app.
Barbados Weather Report for June 29
Rain might influence the proceedings of Saturday’s T20 World Cup final, similar to the semi-final. According to Accuweather, there is a 78% chance of rain and a 47% chance of thunderstorms on June 29. The Weather Channel predicts a 72% chance of rain, with humidity expected to be around 81%.
What Happens If Rain Interrupts Play on June 29?
The ICC has allocated 190 minutes of extra time to ensure the completion of play on June 29. Additionally, a reserve day has been set aside in case the final cannot be completed on the scheduled date.
Rohit Sharma’s Message for India Teammates Ahead of the T20 World Cup Final
India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, has called on his team to keep it simple when they face South Africa in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. Sharma has urged his side to stay calm and composed as they seek a second ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title.
“We’ve been very calm as a team,” Rohit said after India’s semi-final victory. “We do understand the occasion (in the final), but for us, it’s important to keep calm and composed. That helps us make good decisions. We need to make good decisions through the 40-overs. In this game too, we were steady and calm and didn’t panic too much. That has been the key for us. Yes, we do understand the occasion is important, but we need to play good cricket as well.”
England’s run chase never gained momentum, with India’s spinners delivering an exceptional performance. Kuldeep Yadav (3/19), Axar Patel (3/23), and Ravindra Jadeja (0/16) collectively took six wickets, earning praise from their skipper.
“They are gun spinners,” the India captain said. “When conditions are like that in front of them, it’s very difficult to play some shots. Yes, the pressure is on them to execute those balls, but they were very calm and knew what to bowl. We had a chat after the first inning: The plan was to hit the stumps as much as possible and keep the stumps in play, and that’s what they did.”
As India gears up for the final showdown against South Africa, fans around the world are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an exhilarating match. Will India secure their second T20 World Cup title, or will South Africa make history with their first win? Tune in to find out and support your team in this epic clash!
Don’t miss the action! Catch the India vs. South Africa T20 World Cup final live on the Star Sports network or stream it for free on the Disney+ Hotstar app. Get ready to cheer for your favorite team and witness history in the making!
