T20 World Cup 2024, 2nd Semi-Final, India vs England: Rain stops play as Rohit and SKY recover India innings after two quick loss

Rain has interrupted play at Providence Stadium, Guyana, where Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav are aiming to stabilize a two-down India against England in the 2nd semi-final of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. India 65/2 at the end of 8 Overs.

A total of 250 minutes of additional time has been allotted to this semi-final game in case the game is pushed forward. There is no reserve day in place for this semi-final match. The winner of this game will face South Africa in the summit clash.

Early wickets for England

Virat Kohli was bowled out by Reece Topley in the third over, scoring just 9 runs. This was Kohli’s fifth single-digit score in seven innings this World Cup. Kohli tries to make room on the leg side, goes for a slog, misses, and is bowled out.

Sam Curran trapped Rishabh Pant in the sixth over for 4 runs, adding to India’s early troubles. Pant attempts to go over the midwicket fielder but ends up giving an easy catch.

Delayed start and additional time

England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bowl first after a rain delay of 1 hour and 20 minutes. To accommodate any further delays, 250 minutes of additional time have been allotted for this semi-final.

Heavy rain causes break in play

Play has been halted again due to heavy rain, with umbrellas going up in the crowd. The game can be extended by up to 250 minutes, and there are still at least 175 minutes available before overs start being deducted.