Navjot Singh Sidhu reveals reason behind super-sopper breakdown during USA vs Ireland match at T20 World Cup: ‘No petrol’

The T20 World Cup in Florida has been plagued by unpredictable weather, causing concern for teams and players. Continuous rain has led to ground inspections and back-to-back washouts. The Pakistan team has faced bad luck due to the unfavorable weather conditions. The ICC has come under criticism for the lack of facilities at venues in the US and their preparedness to tackle inclement weather, especially in flood-hit Florida.

The USA vs Ireland game in Lauderhill was an important Group A fixture that ended without a ball being bowled due to the wet outfield. The India vs Canada match at the same venue the next day met a similar fate. Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu expressed frustration with the ICC, stating that the outcomes of matches should be determined by the teams’ skills rather than weather conditions. He highlighted the need for improvements in handling weather-related issues during matches.

Sidhu pointed out the differences in stadium coverage between cricket and other sports, emphasizing the need for fair assessments of teams’ abilities. The impact of the washout was particularly harsh on Pakistan, whose chances of advancing in the tournament were slim. The rain-abandoned match between USA and Ireland further hampered Pakistan’s chances of progressing in the tournament.

Pakistan’s last group match against Ireland is also set to take place in Lauderhill, Florida, where the city is facing flood-like conditions. The team is hoping for a win to keep their slim hopes alive in the T20 World Cup.