The semi-finals for the ongoing T20 World Cup are now set, with India facing England in a repeat of the last edition’s semi-final. South Africa will be taking on Afghanistan in the other match, marking Afghanistan’ debut in the T20 World Cup semi-finals. The first semi-final will begin at 6 AM IST, while India and England will face off from 8 PM IST on Thursday.
Playing conditions for the semi-finals and finals differ, with a reserve day scheduled for the South Africa versus Afghanistan match. However, there is no reserve day for India’s match against England, which takes place just a day before the final in Barbados. Extra time has been allocated to account for any rain interruptions during play in Guyana.
Despite the high chance of rain in Guyana, there is no reserve day set aside for the India versus England semi-final. If the game is washed out, extra time will be allotted to complete it. Should no play be possible due to rain or other factors, India will advance to the final based on their higher group standing. A similar rule applies to South Africa versus Afghanistan’s match as well.
In case of rain interruptions during play on both days, there is no fresh start on the reserve day. Instead, extra time has been allotted at the end of each day’s play and on the reserve day to ensure that both matches are completed without any further delays or cancellations due to weather conditions.
Both semi-finals are crucial as they will determine who advances to face each other in the final match of T20 World Cup tournament.
The first semi-final between South Africa and Afghanistan will be played under different playing conditions than those of India versus England match as a reserve day has been scheduled for this game while no such arrangement has been made for India’s game.
Fans can expect an exciting series of matches leading up to these crucial semifinals as they eagerly wait for some thrilling cricket action!