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The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia is set to witness an electrifying T20 World Cup 2024 clash between England (ENG) and South Africa (SA) on Friday, June 21. Both teams are coming off strong wins in their opening fixtures in the Super Eights stage of the tournament. England emerged victorious against West Indies, chasing down a target of 181 runs with ease, thanks to Phil Salt’s blazing 87 not out off 47 balls. On the other hand, South Africa overcame a resilient USA side, with Quinton de Kock’s impressive 74 off 40 balls setting up a challenging target of 195 runs. Kagiso Rabada’s stellar bowling performance sealed the win for the Proteas.
Both teams boast talented players in their line-ups. Phil Salt, in particular, has been in exceptional form, continuing his IPL success in the T20 World Cup. He will be a key player to watch for England. Meanwhile, Anrich Nortje has been impressive with the ball, picking up crucial wickets and maintaining a low economy rate for South Africa.
The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium has been witness to high-scoring matches, with an average first innings score of 195 in the tournament so far. Both chasing and first batting teams have had success on these batting-friendly pitches. As the match unfolds, fans can expect an intense battle between two competitive sides.
In terms of the weather conditions, AccuWeather predicts clear skies for the match, with no chance of rain. The temperature is expected to hover around 32 degrees Celsius, making it an ideal setting for an exciting cricket contest.
The encounter between England and South Africa promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with both teams eyeing a spot in the semi-finals. The depth in England’s batting and the aggressive cricket played by both sides set the stage for a high-intensity match. Fans can catch all the action live on the Star Sports Network and Disney + Hotstar.