In the 30th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the highly anticipated clash between the United States national cricket team and the Ireland cricket team was unfortunately abandoned due to rain. Scheduled for June 14, 2024, at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida, both teams were eager to showcase their skills. The match was set to begin at 8:00 PM, but weather conditions prevented any play, leaving fans disappointed. The United States squad, led by captain Aaron Jones and featuring players like Andries Gous and Nitish Kumar, was ready to take on Ireland, captained by Paul Stirling, who brought a strong lineup including Harry Tector and Gareth Delany. Despite the rain’s interference, the excitement surrounding the match remained high as both teams look ahead to their future fixtures in the tournament.
United States National Cricket Team vs Ireland Cricket Team Timeline
Match Timeline
Time (Local)
Time (GMT)
Time (IST)
Event
13:33
17:33
23:03
The match has been officially called off due to heavy rain. United States qualifies for the Super Eights, while Pakistan is eliminated.
13:29
17:29
22:59
Update from Smit: “It’s raining, game done.” An official update from ICC is awaited, but play seems unlikely.
13:26
17:26
22:56
Smit reports a lightning alert; covers are being brought back on, signaling the end of the match is imminent.
13:23
17:23
22:53
Dark clouds gather over the stadium; Ireland players return to the dressing room, and umpires walk off after inspection.
13:18
17:18
22:48
Inspection underway; groundsmen use super soppers and blow dryers on damp patches. Match referee Javagal Srinath present.
12:37
16:37
22:07
Next pitch update scheduled for 10:45 PM IST. Umpires remain hopeful for play.
12:33
16:33
22:03
Umpires conduct another inspection; pitch is fine, but damp patches beyond the 30-yard circle concern them.
12:18
16:18
21:48
Last opportunity to start a 5-over game is at 2:16 PM local time; outfield conditions must improve.
11:50
15:50
21:20
Another pitch inspection planned for 12:30 PM; Pakistan’s qualification hopes hang by a thread.
11:37
15:37
21:07
News indicates the game is likely to be called off; waiting for official confirmation.
11:30
15:30
21:00
Umpires conduct their inspection; pitch is clear, but damp patches pose an issue.
11:05
15:05
20:35
Dark clouds appear, but rain has yet to return. Inspection still half an hour away.
10:35
14:35
20:05
Umpires begin their inspection; outfield is mostly dry but concerns over patches arise.
10:20
14:20
19:50
Next pitch inspection due in 10 minutes.
10:10
14:10
19:40
Groundstaff work with super soppers to dry the outfield; sun is currently shining.
09:59
13:59
19:29
Toss is delayed due to a wet outfield; rain has stopped, but the outfield remains damp.
