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Flash Flood Emergency in Miami: Pakistan’s T20 World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy

Thunderstorms in Lauderhill, Florida, threaten IND vs USA, IRE vs USA, and PAK vs IRE matches.

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Flash flood in Miami impacting T20 World Cup matches in Florida.

The ongoing T20 World Cup faces a major disruption as a flash flood emergency has been declared in Miami, Florida. This severe weather threat looms over the upcoming matches, jeopardizing the tournament’s schedule and affecting several key games.

Weather Forecast for Lauderhill, Florida

The next set of Group A matches are scheduled to take place in Lauderhill, Florida, just 30 miles from Miami, over the next three days. Unfortunately, the weather forecast predicts thunderstorms that could wash out the matches.

  • June 14: USA vs IRE – There’s a 100% chance of thunderstorms, making it highly likely that this match will be canceled.
  • June 15: IND vs CAN – With an 86% chance of thunderstorms, this game also risks being called off. However, this match is less critical as India has already advanced to the Super 8, and Canada is out of contention.
  • June 16: PAK vs IRE – An 80% chance of thunderstorms threatens this crucial match, which could determine Pakistan’s fate in the tournament.

Pakistan Qualification Scenarios

Pakistan stands to lose the most from these weather disruptions. If the USA vs IRE, IND vs CAN, and PAK vs IRE matches are washed out, India and the USA would advance to the Super 8, leaving Pakistan eliminated. Here are the possible scenarios:

  1. If USA vs IRE is washed out – USA will have 5 points, eliminating Pakistan even if they win their last match.
  2. If PAK vs IRE is canceled – Pakistan will be out of the tournament.
  3. Ideal Scenario for Pakistan – Pakistan needs Ireland to win against the USA and then secure a victory in their match against Ireland. This outcome is complicated by the weather forecast, making Pakistan’s path to the Super 8 uncertain.

As the T20 World Cup progresses, fans and teams are left anxiously watching the skies, hoping for a break in the weather. The flood emergency and subsequent matches’ outcomes will play a significant role in shaping the rest of the tournament.

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