Who: USA vs Ireland
What: ICC T20 World Cup Group A match
When: Friday, June 14, 10:30am local time (14:30 GMT)
Where: Broward Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida, US

Focus in Group A has shifted to the heavens as the final matches unfold in Florida. Weather forecasts predict a likelihood of rain influencing both USA's game against Ireland on Friday and Pakistan's Sunday match with Ireland, possibly affecting playtime.

With India secured as group winners, the USA is in a favorable position due to their victories, notably against Pakistan. Pakistan hopes to advance but weather conditions could decide their fate before their Sunday clash with Ireland.

Assuming the weather cooperates, the last two Group A rounds promise intense play.

Weather Predictions

Broward County is experiencing flooding and weather alerts have been issued. The local forecast shows a high chance of heavy rain, potentially affecting the games and drenched with 80% probability.

Rain Contingencies

In case of rain, for a game to be official, each side must play at least five overs. An additional 90 minutes is allowed to complete the game. If the forecast holds true, the match might not see any play.

Super Eight Qualifications in Case of a Washout

Should the game be abandoned, both teams will earn one point each. This will grant USA five points from four games, thus ensuring their advancement to the Super Eight, surpassing Pakistan, Canada, and Ireland.

Even if Pakistan wins their final game against Ireland, they will total only four points.

Pitch Conditions

The pitch will be utilized first time in the tournament since the Sri Lanka vs Nepal game was canceled due to rain. Historically, the venue has produced average scores, but ongoing showers may make it a balanced game between bat and ball.

Head-to-Head

Both teams have each won one T20 match against each other.

Form Guide

Despite their loss to India, the USA's solid performance against top players and a series of good outcomes boosts their morale. Ireland, on the other hand, has endured a difficult tournament and seeks a turnaround in this match.

USA: L W W L W
Ireland: L L W W W

USA Team News

The USA may stick with the winning team, potentially seeing captain Monank Patel replace Shayan Jahangir if fit.

Squad: Monank Patel (captain), Shayan Jahangir, Andries Gous, Nitish Kumar, Steven Taylor, Harmeet Singh, Corey Anderson, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Jessy Singh, Saurabh Netravalkar, Nosthush Kenjige.

Ireland Team News

Ireland may alter their squad following consecutive losses, but specific changes are uncertain.

Squad: Paul Stirling (captain), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Neil Rock, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young.