PAK vs IND: Will rain play spoilsport in today's match in New York?

As anticipation builds for the highly-anticipated T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and India, there's a potential hurdle looming: weather conditions in New York may affect the clash between the arch-rivals, with light showers predicted.

The match at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is scheduled to commence at 10:30 am local time. However, BBC Weather forecasts light showers accompanied by a mild breeze in the city from 9 am, expected to last for an hour or two.

Clear skies are predicted between 11 am to 12 pm, but clouds might return later along with light rain. Fortunately, this rain spell is expected to be the last for the day, with no further predictions of rain thereafter.

This isn't the first time inclement weather threatens to disrupt a match between these rivals; their encounter during last year's Asia Cup 2023 was similarly affected.

The match between Pakistan and India garners global attention, with the Babar Azam-led side aiming for redemption after their unexpected loss to the United States in their tournament opener. Meanwhile, a victory for Rohit Sharma's team would put them in a strong position for the Super 8, having already defeated Ireland in their opening match.

Ahead of this crucial match, Pakistan received a boost as all-rounder Imad Wasim was declared fit to play, having missed the team's opening match against the US due to a rib injury.

Match Timings:

Local: 10:30 am
GMT: 2:30 pm
PST: 7:30 pm
IST: 8:00 pm