Pakistan’s upcoming match against Ireland in Lauderhill, Florida, holds little significance. Both teams aim to salvage pride after disappointing World Cup campaigns.
Ireland, not expected to advance, now faces ending their campaign winless after losses to Canada and the USA. Pakistan, shocked by defeats to the USA and India, saw their slim hopes of qualifying extinguished by rain on Friday.
For Ireland, this match is a chance to avoid a winless return. For Pakistan, it’s about averting major changes planned by PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi. There’s pride at stake for both sides.
PAK vs IRE: Lauderhill Stadium Pitch Report and Weather Forecast
The weather forecast predicts cloudy skies with temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. However, the condition of the outfield remains uncertain following Saturday’s showers. Historically, spinners have had more success at this venue than pacers.
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PAK vs IRE: T20 World Cup 2024 Squads
Pakistan Squad: Mohammad Rizwan(w), Saim Ayub, Babar Azam(c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Amir, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Abbas Afridi
Ireland Squad: Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling(c), Lorcan Tucker(w), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Craig Young, Benjamin White, Graham Hume, Neil Rock, Ross Adair