In a poignant and heartfelt farewell, Rahul Dravid, the former Indian cricketer and head coach of the Indian cricket team, announced his resignation following India‘s triumphant victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Dravid’s departure marks the end of a significant era, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, teamwork, and success.

Emotional farewell speech

After the final match of the T20 World Cup, Dravid addressed the Indian cricket team in the dressing room, expressing his deep gratitude and pride. “I am really short of words, but all I want to say is thank you to everyone for making me a part of what is an incredible memory,” Dravid began, visibly moved. He emphasised the importance of the journey and moments shared rather than individual achievements, saying, “It’s not about the runs or the wickets; you will not remember your career. But you will remember moments like these. I cannot be more prouder of you guys. To come back the way you did, the way you fought. The way we worked as a team. The resilience.”

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Acknowledging sacrifices and gratitude

Dravid highlighted the sacrifices made by the players and their families, acknowledging past disappointments and celebrating the current team’s remarkable achievements.

“There have been a few disappointments over the years where we have come close, but we have not been able to cross the line. But what this bunch of boys has done, everyone in the support staff has done. The whole country is proud of each and every one of you for what you have achieved,” he said.

The Karnataka stalwart further added” “Think of all the sacrifices every one of them has made since the time you were kids. For you to be here in the dressing room today, your parents, wives, children, brothers, your coaches. So many people have made so many sacrifices for you to enjoy this memory, this moment.”

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A special mention to Rohit Sharma

Dravid also expressed his gratitude to skipper Rohit Sharma for encouraging him to extend his tenure as coach following India’s ODI World Cup final defeat to Australia last November. “Thank you very much, Ro (Rohit), for making that call in November and asking me to continue. It’s been such a privilege and a pleasure to work with each and every one of you, as well as with Ro. Thank you for your time. I know that as captain and coach, we have a lot of time to chat. We have to agree; we have to disagree. It’s been brilliant to know each and every one of you,” Dravid remarked.

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Pakistan dropped wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan for their high-stakes Group A match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday (June 9). The toss was delayed by almost half an hour because of slight rain, with overcast and windy conditions prevailing. Sunday’s match is taking on the same pitch that hosted the Netherlands-South Africa clash on Saturday, ?which the Proteas won by four wick??ets.

The reason behind Azam Khan’s absence

Azam was replaced by all-rounder Imad Wasim, who had missed the opening match against the United States of America (USA) due to a side strain. The much-anticipated encounter faced a delayed start due to rain, but Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and opted to field. For Khan, Babar said he has been rested for this match: “Azam Khan is resting.”

Reflecting on the decision to bowl first, Babar explained, “We will bowl first because of the weather and moisture in the pitch. The conditions suit us, we have four fast bowlers. We will try to use it to our best. Past is past, we are looking forward to today’s match, we are ready and will give our 100%. Always a big game, our confidence is always high for India vs Pakistan matches.”

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India’s unchanged lineup

Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma confirmed that India would field an unchanged lineup for the clash, retaining their two finger spinners, Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel and three pacers in the form of Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh.

India have a strong head-to-head record against Pakistan in Men’s T20 World Cup meetings, leading 6-1. India secured a comfortable eight-wicket victory against Ireland in their opening match a??t the same venue ea?rlier this week.

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India will face Pakistan in Match 19 of the T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday (June 9) at Nassau County Interna??tional Cric??ket Stadium in New York.

India registered a convincing victory in their first match of the tournament against Ireland, winning by 8 wickets. They currently hold the second position on the Group A points table. On the other hand, Pakistan suffered a humiliating defeat against the United States of America (USA) in their tournamen?t opener and are currently ranked fourth.

IND vs PAK: Head-to-Head Dynamics in T20 World Cup

The India-Pakistan rivalry is one of the most storied in cricket history. In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, India have historically had the upper hand, winning five out of the seven encounters since 2007 while Pakistan have won for only 1 time. One match was tied and at that time Men in Blue won by bowl-out. The last match went in favour of India i?n the 2022 edition. However, each match between these two teams brings its own drama and excitement, making p??ast records less relevant.

India’s form

India’s start to the tournament has been nothing short of impressive. Their victory over Ireland showcased their all-round strength, with the bowlers setting up the win by dismissing Ireland for a paltry 96 runs. The batting unit, led by skipper Rohit Sharma, chased down the target com??fortably, ?ensuring an eight-wicket win.

India’s probable XI for the T20 World Cup 2024 match against Pakistan:

1. Virat Kohli
2. Rohit Sharma (C)
3. Rishabh Pant (WK)
4. Suryakumar Yadav
5. Shivam Dube
6. Hardik Pandya
7. Ravindra Jadeja
8. Axar Patel
9. Jasprit Bumrah
10. Mohammed Siraj
11. Arshdeep Singh

Key Players to Watch for India:

• Rohit Sharma: The captain’s form at the top will be crucial. His aggressive batting can set the tone for India.
• Jasprit Bumrah: Returning from injury, Bumrah’s exceptional spell against Ireland, where he picked up 2/6, will be key against Pakistan’s batting lineup.
• Rishabh Pant: His quickfire 36 off 26 balls against Ireland shows his capability to turn the game around with his explosive batting.

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Pakistan’s struggles

Pakistan, in contrast, had a dismal start to their campaign, losing to the USA in a thrilling super over contest. This unexpected defeat has put them? in a tough spot early in the tournament. Nevertheless, the Pakistan team is known for its unp??redictability and resilience, and they will be eager to bounce back against their arch-rivals.

Pakistan’s probable XI for the T20 World Cup 2024 game against India:

1. Babar Azam (C)
2. Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
3. Usman Khan
4. Fakhar Zaman
5. Iftikhar Ahmed
6. Shadab Khan
7. Imad Wasim
8. Shaheen Afridi
9. Haris Rauf
10. Naseem Shah
11. Mohammad Amir

Key players to watch for Pakistan:

• Babar Azam: The captain’s form will be pivotal for Pakistan’s success. His ability to anchor the innings while scoring briskly is crucial.
• Shaheen Afridi: The left-arm pacer’s ability to take early wickets can put India on the back foot right from the start.
• Mohammad Rizwan: As a dependable opener, Rizwan’s performance will be essential in providing a solid start and stability to the innings.

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In the eighth game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, India will play Ireland. The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York will host the game. Rohit Sharma will lead the Men in Blue while Ireland will enter under the leadership of Paul Stirling. It will be the first g?ame for both the si??des in the tournament.

T20I Stats and Records at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium:

• Total Matches: 1
• Matches won batting first: 0
• Matches won bowling first:
• Average 1st innings Score: 77
• Average 2nd innings Score: 80
• Highest total recorded: 80/4 (16.2 Overs) by South Africa vs Sri Lanka
• Lowest total recorded: 77/10 (19.1 Overs) by South Africa vs Sri Lanka
• Highest score chased: 80/4 (16.2 Overs) by South Africa vs Sri Lanka

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IND vs IRE: Nassau County International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium during the Sri Lanka vs South Africa match implies that the ball doesn’t come easily into the bat like most T20 tracks. Because the outfield might be faster and the pitches are slow, this surface is perfect for bowlers, who are rarely given support in this format globally. More crucially, openers’ lives are made difficult by swing bowlers who obtain early seam action here.

IND vs IRE: New York Weather Forecast

The weather forecast for New York shows a 20% chance of rain. There will be cloud cover, a high of 71% humidit?y, and?? temperatures of about 27 degrees Celsius. The wind may pick up to 16 kmph in the interim.

IND vs IRE: Probable Playing XI

India: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav,?? Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah

Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker,?? Curtis Campher, ??George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Neil Rock, Ben White

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The upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, slated to kick off next month in the USA and West Indies, is generating significant buzz. Among the highly anticipated matchups is the clash between India and Pakistan, scheduled to take place at the Nassau?? Country International Cricket Stadium in New York.

With a capacity crowd expected, fans may encounter difficulties securing tickets for this marquee fixture. Recently, the ICC revealed the ticket prices for the India-Pakistan encounter. The cost of these tickets was relatively high. Taking note of this, former Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner Lalit Modi lashed?? out at the cricketing board for setting the ticket price too high.

Lalit Modi criticizes ICC for overpriced ticket costs

Lalit took to X to condemn the exorbitant ticket prices for the India-Pakistan match. He expressed disbelief upon learning that the ICC was selling tickets for a staggering $20,000 (INR 16 lakhs) for a Diamond Club seat. Lalit stressed that the primary objective of hosting the global event in the USA was to expand cricket’s footprint and bolster fan involvement rather than purely pursuing profits. Concluding his remarks, the 60-year-old labelled the ICC as the International Council of Crooks.

“Shocked to learn that @ICC is selling tickets for Diamond Club at $20000 per seat for the #indvspak WC game. The WC in the US is for game expansion & fan engagement, not a means to make profits on gate collections. $2750 for a ticket It’s just #notcricket #intlcouncilofcrooks,” Lalit wrote on X.

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India and Pakistan Head-to-Head

The Asian Giants have encountered each other on seven occasions in the prestigious tournament, including the 2007 final. Following two clashes in the inaugural edition, the two teams met in 2012, 2014, 2016, 2021, and 2022. However, they did not face each other in the 2009 and 2010 seasons. Pakistan broke India’s winning streak in World Cups with a resounding 10-wicket victory over the team led by Virat Kohli in 2021. However, India emerged victorious in the??ir last encounter at the Melbourne Cricket Stadium? in 2022.  Currently, the winning streak of the Men in Blue stands at 6-1.

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