NEW YORK – Pakistan’s journey in T20 World Cup 2024 shattered as Men in Green were knocked out after Ireland vs USA match washed out amid rains.
The stadium pitch was analyzed at least four times as situation remains grim for Green Shirts due to the devastating performance of.
Friday’s T20 World Cup match between the United States and Ireland was delayed by several hours as ground staff battled to remove standing water in the outfield.
Pakistan’s Journey in T20 World Cup ends in group stage
South Florida suffered heavy downpour and even flooding. There were heavy showers earlier on Friday morning and umpires conducted pitch inspection four times after the scheduled start.
As rain played spoilsport, USA advanced in the mega event, taking another point. The hosts have already won two of their three games – against Pakistan and Canada. India however beat them.
On the other hand, India remained at top of Group A with six points from three games (NRR +1.137). Men in Blue assured of a Super 8 berth.
A look at History
For the unversed, Pakistan advanced to semi-final in last two World Cups. The Asian team played the T20 World Cup semi-final six times — 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2021 and 2022.
This is for first time for Pakistani team to be eliminated in first group-stage since 2016 and only third overall.
‘Major surgery in team on cards’
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi slammed Team Green, saying squad needs “major surgery” after their six-run defeat to arch-rivals India.
Naqvi was of view that the team needed minor adjustments to start winning, but now it seems major changes are required. He emphasized the need to consider players who have been out of the team for a while.
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