- The ICC Men's T20 World Cup has conducted its Semi-Final Flashback assessment through its match between India and West Indies during their 2016 T20 World Cup semi-final. The match took place at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
- West Indies won the match by seven wickets. The result eliminated India from the tournament.
- Super 8 stage will serve as the next match between both teams. The match will happen on Sunday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The match holds value for both teams. The winner will advance to the semi-final round of the tournament.
- India aims to respond to the 2016 defeat.
What Happened in 2016?
- India batted first under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. The team scored 192 runs for the loss of two wickets in 20 overs.
- Virat Kohli played a key role. He scored 89 runs from 47 balls and remained not out. Ajinkya Rahane added 40 runs. Rohit Sharma scored 43 runs.
- India seemed to control the match. West Indies responded with an aggressive batting performance. They scored 196 runs for three wickets in 19.4 overs. The result disappointed Indian supporters.
Current Scenario: Super 8 Clash at Eden Gardens
- Eden Gardens will host its first match between India and West Indies since their last contest which happened nine years ago.
- West Indies have played seven T20 matches at this venue. West Indies have lost four of their matches. However, in T20 World Cup matches at this ground, they remain unbeaten. They have won all three games played here in World Cup history.
- The upcoming match will influence the semi-final race.
Group Standings and Net Run Rate
- South Africa has already qualified for the semi-finals from Group 1. Zimbabwe has lost both matches and is out of the tournament.
- India and West Indies compete for the second semi-final spot. Both teams have two points.
- West Indies maintain a net run rate of +1.791. India has a net run rate of -0.100.
- The net run rate may decide qualification.
What happens to a match when heavy rain or other weather conditions force its cancellation?
- The match will end in a tie because both teams receive one point. West Indies will win the match because their net run rate exceeds that of their opponent.
- India needs to win their match to reach the semi-finals.
Kolkata Weather Forecast
- The Meteorological Department reports that rain will not occur in Kolkata on Sunday. The day will continue with sunny weather and clear skies.
- Day temperature will reach approximately 34°C
- Evening temperature will range from 25°C to 26°C
Dew will create match problems for the players. Bowlers will face difficulties in their second innings because they will be unable to control the baseball. The team that wins the toss will choose to bat first because of this reason.
