Both India and Australia are set to play their final game in the Super 8 stage. The game will be played at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, in Saint Lucia, on Monday, June 24, 2024.
It's a must-win game for the 2023 ODI World Cup winners if they want to make it to the knockout stage after going down against Afghanistan in their second match. India, on the other hand, are on the cusp of qualification.
India has so far gone unbeaten in the T20 World Cup 2024, both in the group stages and in the Super 8 matches, while Australia lost their first match of the tournament in their previous encounter against Afghanistan.
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As we prepare for the important game, one question looms large: will rain play a spoilsport at Saint Lucia?
Saint Lucia latest weather forecast ahead of India vs Australia T20 World Cup Super 8 match
Monday, June 24, 2024 (local time)
The weather forecasts for the match day in Saint Lucia have slightly improved since yesterday as the chances of rain during the first three hours since the scheduled start of the game has fallen from close to 50% to under 35%, with temperatures around 31°C during the day game.
However, overnight rain has fallen and the morning skies have been overcast and gloomy. Rain definitely could delay or shorten the game.
While there is a threat of rainfall ahead of the match, the weather is expected to get considerably during match time.
Let's take a look at hourly weather updates for the Super 8 match between India and Australia. The match starts at 10:30 AM local time.
10 AM: 30° Celsius, 40% chance of rain
11 AM: 31° Celsius, 34% chance of rain
12 PM: 31° Celsius, 37% chance of rain
1 PM: 32° Celsius, 47% chance of rain
2 PM: 32° Celsius, 51% chance of rain
Chances of rain interrupting play in Saint Lucia:
There is over 60% chance of rain ahead of the match but the threat of rain during the start of the match has considerably reduced. The breezy conditions are still going to be a factor if the match is played.
There was heavy downpour of rain in St. Lucia on 23rd June, a day before the massive clash. However, as of late, the weather has improved significiantly. The sun is out and the rain in St. Lucia has complteley stopped, a few hours before the big clahs between India and Australia.
Good news! Sun has come out. Rain has stopped. pic.twitter.com/wewfM5rpdl
— Vimal कुमार (@Vimalwa) June 24, 2024
Weather forecast in Saint Lucia: What happens if India vs Australia is stopped by rain?
If rain washes out the entire match or makes a result impossible, then each side will be awarded one point. If play is possible after a significant rain delay, the DLS method will be used to determine adjusted targets for the chasing side, in order to complete the match.
In that case, India is likely to qualify for the semi-finals by topping the group, because of their superior Net Run Rate (NRR) compared to Australia.
What time does the Super 8 match between India vs Australia start?
The Super 8 match between India vs Australia will begin at 8:00 PM IST, June 24.
How to watch the Super 8 match between India vs Australia?
Fans can watch the India vs Australia game on television via the Star Sports Network channel. You can also live stream the game for free on the Disney+ Hotstar.
| Match | TV Channel | Live stream |
| India vs Australia | Star Sports | Disney+ Hotstar app/website |
T20 World Cup 2024, India vs Australia: Latest betting odds, prediction
According to odds on Dafabet, India are slight favourites to win the Super 8 game against Australia, but it is going to tight contest between the two teams.
| RESULTS | ODDS |
|---|---|
| India win | 1.90 |
| Australia win | 1.95 |
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