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Xtra Time Web Desk: The recent weather conditions in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, have significantly impacted the ongoing T20 World Cup. Here is a summary of the current situation:

Weather Impact: Continuous rain and flooding in Fort Lauderdale have disrupted the cricket schedule. India's practice session at the Central Broward Regional Park was canceled due to these conditions.

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Upcoming Matches:

USA vs. Ireland: Scheduled for Friday, this match is crucial for both teams. If it gets washed out, both teams will receive one point each. This outcome would secure USA's advancement to the next round and eliminate Pakistan from the tournament, regardless of Pakistan's result against Ireland.

India vs. Canada: Set for Saturday, this match will be the final game of Group A. Given India's already secured place in the Super 8 stage, the game holds less significance for them but is still important for the overall standings and team preparation.

Advancement Scenario:

If USA and Ireland share points due to a washout, USA will finish with five points. Even if Pakistan wins against Ireland, they can only reach four points, thus failing to qualify for the next stage.

Two teams from each group advance to the Super 8 stage, with India already confirmed to proceed.

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India's Team Plans:

India will face Australia in the Super 8 match at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia on June 24.

Shubman Gill and Avesh Khan, part of the traveling reserves, will return to India after the game against Canada.

Rinku Singh and Khaleel Ahmed will remain with the team.

These developments underline the unpredictability of outdoor sports and how weather can dramatically influence tournament outcomes. Fans and teams alike will be closely monitoring weather forecasts and match updates.