As we eagerly await the crescendo of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, there's a flurry of questions surrounding the much-anticipated final showdown. Who are the contenders? When's the date? What's the start time? Allow me to unravel these details for you.
South Africa has already made their mark by clinching a spot in the final, following a resounding victory against Afghanistan with a 9-wicket margin in the first semi-final held at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad.
Following an exciting group and Super 8 stages, four teams rose to the semi-finalists' challenge – India, Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa. Of these, South Africa and India remained undefeated in the tournament, making them the ones to watch.
South Africa's triumph over Afghanistan sent them straight to the final. The outcome of the second semi-final between India and England, scheduled at the Providence Stadium in Guyana, will determine the other finalist.
The 2024 T20 World Cup final will be held on June 29, kicking off at 10:30 AM local time 8 PM IST. The match will witness South Africa go head-to-head with either India or England, depending on the semi-final result.
The semi-finals unfolded on June 26 and 27, with South Africa defeating Afghanistan in the first match and the second match featuring a tussle between India and England.
The grand finale of the T20 World Cup 2024 will play out at the renowned Kensington Oval Stadium in Barbados.
For those wondering about the start time of the final match, it's slated for 10:30 AM local time 8:00pm India time on Saturday, June 29. And yes, there's a reserve day for the final on Sunday, June 30, 2024, to accommodate any unforeseen circumstances.
For my Indian, Australian, and UK readers, here's how you can catch the action. In India, the matches will be broadcasted on the Star Sports network and can be live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar. UK viewers can tune into Sky Sports Cricket or stream it on the Sky GO app. For those in Australia, Amazon Prime will be your go-to platform as it holds exclusive rights for the tournament's broadcast.
I hope this article has answered your questions about the upcoming T20 World Cup final. As we inch closer to D-Day, let's gear up for a thrilling cricketing spectacle.
Gia Patel, a passionate cricket enthusiast and business strategist, offering her take on the global cricketing events.
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