Thrilling 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup Nears Climax: BBC Sport’s Comprehensive Guide to the Semi-Finals and Final
As the thrilling 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup nears its climax, BBC Sport brings you a comprehensive guide to the highly anticipated semi-finals and final. After a captivating 52-match tournament, the stage is set for an exhilarating conclusion featuring four formidable teams.
South Africa vs. Afghanistan: The First Semi-Final
The first semi-final on Thursday, 27 June (01:30 BST) will see South Africa take on Afghanistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad and Tobago. While the Trinidad and Tobago semi-final has a reserve day, the match in Guyana does not, adding to the high-stakes drama.
“South Africa, currently ranked fourth in the ICC T20 rankings, are seeking their first-ever appearance in the final of an ICC event since winning the 1998 Champions Trophy. Ex-England bowler and TMS pundit Steven Finn believes batter Heinrich Klaasen and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada could be key to their success.”
Afghanistan, making their maiden semi-final appearance, will rely on the tournament’s leading run-scorer Rahmanullah Gurbaz and left-arm seamer Falazhaq Farooqi, the top wicket-taker.
India vs. England: The Second Semi-Final
The second semi-final later that day (15:30 BST) pits India against the defending champions England at the Providence Stadium in Guyana.
“India, the world’s number one T20 team, are favorites to clinch the title, with Finn highlighting the importance of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav. England, ranked third, have had a turbulent campaign but will hope Jofra Archer and Phil Salt can inspire a second consecutive World Cup triumph.”
Comprehensive Live Coverage
Ball-by-ball commentary of the semi-finals and final will be available on BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app, providing comprehensive coverage for Cricket enthusiasts.
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