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The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has witnessed thrilling contests, and the 33rd game promises to be another exciting encounter as India takes on Canada. The match is crucial for both teams, with India looking to build momentum ahead of the Super 8s and Canada fighting to keep their tournament hopes alive after a tough loss to Pakistan.
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Rohit Sharma’s men have secured their spot in the next round with three consecutive victories, including a hard-fought 7-wicket win against the United States. Despite their success, India’s batting form has raised some concerns. Sharma will be aiming for a dominant win to boost the team’s confidence before the Super 8s.
Predicted Playing XI
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Shivam Dube
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mohammed Siraj
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Canada, led by Saad Bin Zafar, suffered a 7-wicket loss to Pakistan, placing them in a precarious position on the points table. They must deliver a standout performance to stay in the competition.
Predicted Playing XI
- Saad Bin Zafar (c)
- Aaron Johnson
- Navneet Dhaliwal
- Pargat Singh
- Nicholas Kirton
- Shreyas Movva (wk)
- Ravinderpal Singh
- Dillon Heyliger
- Kaleem Sana
- Junaid Siddiqui
- Jeremy Gordon
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida, offers a balanced wicket with early assistance for fast bowlers. Batsmen must spend time on the pitch to score effectively, with a target of 150+ runs considered competitive.
Weather Forecast
Cloudy skies are expected, with occasional rain likely. The conditions will make early batting challenging, and the team winning the toss is likely to bowl first to take advantage of the conditions.
Match Prediction
Canada faces a formidable challenge against India’s strong and balanced side. Their batting lineup has struggled, and they will need exceptional performances to challenge India’s bowling attack. India, with their superior batting and bowling strength, are clear favorites.
Prediction: India to win