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India and South Africa are set to play final of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval, Barbados, on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Both teams have managed to remain unbeaten throughout the tournament so far.

The pitch at Kensington Oval is known to be balanced, with a little bit in it for both batsmen and bowlers. It offers good bounce and carry early on, which helps fast bowlers.

As the game progresses, spinners might come into play due to the pitch slowing down. Batsmen who can handle the initial overs and capitalize on the changing conditions are likely find success here.

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However, weather conditions in the Caribbean are worrying. Tropical storm Beryl is gaining strength in the Atlantic and could turn into a hurricane. The Barbados Meterological Services said a hurricane watch may be issued by Saturday (June 29) morning.

"The system is expected to affect Barbados late Sunday night the 30th of June into Monday morning, July 1st 2024. As a result, there is a possibility of flash flooding and storm-force winds impacting the island during that time."

Barbados latest weather forecast ahead of India vs South Africa T20 World Cup Final

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Though the storm is likely to hit on Sunday, the match could be played under overcast conditions. Scattered thunderstorms are forecast in the morning. The average temperature is likely to be around 31 degree Celsius.

Let's take a look at hourly weather updates for the World Cup Final match between India and South Africa. The match starts at 10:30 AM local time.

10 AM: 31° Celsius, 51% chance of rain
11 AM: 31° Celsius, 51% chance of rain
12 PM: 32° Celsius, 43% chance of rain
1 PM: 31° Celsius, 51% chance of rain
2 PM: 31° Celsius, 51% chance of rain

Chances of rain interrupting play in Barbados:

The weather will be warm and humid, with humidity levels around 75%. The match is expected to start on time.

More: 2024 T20 World Cup final rules: Playing conditions and regulations

Weather forecast in Barbados: What happens if India vs South Africa is stopped by rain?

The T20 World Cup Final between South Africa and India has a reserve day. 

If rain plays spoilsport and if the match cannot start on Day 1, then action will continue on the reserve day which is on Sunday, June 30.

What time does the T20 World Cup final match between India vs South Africa start?

The T20 World Cup 2024 final between India vs South Africa will begin at 8:00 PM IST, June 29.

How to watch the T20 World Cup final match between India vs South Africa?

Fans can watch the T20 World Cup Final match between India and South Africa on television via the Star Sports Network channel. You can also live stream the game for free on the Disney+ Hotstar.

MatchTV ChannelLive stream
India vs South AfricaStar SportsDisney+ Hotstar app/website

T20 World Cup Final, India vs South Africa: Latest betting odds, prediction

According to odds on Dafabet, India are favorites to win the T20 World Cup Final against South Africa

RESULTSODDS
India win1.52
South Africa win2.65

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Saino Zachariah is a content producer for The Sporting News' India edition.