Cricket fans, rejoice! The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is in full swing, and Stage 1 is set to deliver another day of thrilling matches on June 15th. Here’s a breakdown of the four key clashes you won’t want to miss:

1. Nepal vs South Africa (Venue: TBC, Time: IST TBA / GMT TBA)

Nepal: Coming off a narrow loss to the Netherlands, Nepal will be looking to bounce back and cause an upset against the mighty Proteas. Keep an eye on veteran opener Gyanendra Malla and skipper Sandeep Lamichhane, the talented leg-spinner.

South Africa: Already qualified for the Super 8s, South Africa will be aiming to maintain their winning momentum. Quinton de Kock and David Miller are in top form, while Kagiso Rabada remains a potent bowling threat.

2. New Zealand vs Uganda (Venue: TBC, Time: IST TBA / GMT TBA)

New Zealand: The Kiwis are in a precarious position, needing a win to keep their Super 8s hopes alive. Openers Martin Guptill and Kane Williamson are crucial for a strong start, while Trent Boult’s experience will be vital in the bowling attack.

Uganda: The Cricket Cranes have surprised many with their fighting spirit. Opener Ronak Patel and all-rounder Deus Muhumuza have been their standout performers. Can they pull off another giant-killing act against the Black Caps?

3. Canada vs India (Venue: Lauderhill, Florida, Time: 8:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT)

Canada: The North Americans have struggled so far, and this match against the mighty Indians appears a daunting task. Captain Nitish Kumar and all-rounder Rizwan Cheema will need to play out of their skins to challenge India.

India: Already qualified for the Super 8s, India will be looking to experiment and test their bench strength. Youngsters like Ruturaj Gaikwad and Prasidh Krishna might get a chance to shine. Watch out for a clinical performance from the Men in Blue.

4. England vs Namibia (Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Time: 6:00 AM IST / Thursday, 11:00 PM GMT, June 14th)

England: In a must-win encounter, England requires a convincing victory and a favorable outcome in the Scotland match to potentially qualify for the Super 8s. Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone hold the key with the bat, while Adil Rashid will be crucial in the bowling department.

Namibia: Though already eliminated, Namibia will be aiming to end their campaign on a high. Openers Craig Williams and Stephan Baard have been their batting mainstays, while JJ Smit offers experience in the bowling attack.

Stay Tuned!

These are just a few of the exciting encounters happening on June 15th! Be sure to check the official T20 World Cup website or your local TV listings for confirmed match times and broadcasting details in your region. Don’t miss out on the cricketing action – it’s going to be a thrilling day!