Much of the discussion before the semi-final has been around the lack of a reserve day and there is rain forecast for Thursday. The first semi-final between South Africa and Afghanistan has a rain reserve day but England's meeting with India does not. Mott said in an "ideal world", there would be a reserve day and it is something the International Cricket Council "need to look at long term". The match is a repeat of the semi-final of the last T20 World Cup in Australia, where a superb England thrashed India by 10 wickets in Adelaide en route to winning the title. Mott said India, who timidly posted 168-6 that night before England chased the target in 16 overs, are a more aggressive side this year.

Source: Punch June 27, 2024 03:28 UTC