NEW DELHI: As the curtains fall on IPL 2024, attention now turns to the upcoming
T20 World Cup
. Discussions have begun about whether India can finally break their ten-year dry spell and secure an ICC Trophy.
The Rohit Sharma-led side has already arrived in the United States. However, their preparations have been hampered by unfavourable weather conditions.
In a video that has taken social media by storm, Rohit and head coach
Rahul Dravid
were seen standing on a bustling street in New York City, patiently waiting for a taxi to arrive amidst a heavy downpour.
As the rain continued to pour relentlessly, Rohit and Dravid remained composed, keeping a watchful eye out for an available cab.
The video captures the moment when they finally spot a taxi approaching, and they quickly signal the driver to stop. Without hesitation, the two cricket stars make a dash for the car.
India will play their lone warm-up game against Bangladesh at the
Nassau County International Cricket Stadium
in New York on June 1. Their campaign begins on June 5 against Group A opponents Ireland in New York, followed by a highly-anticipated clash against Pakistan on June 9
India will then face co-hosts USA on June 12 in New York, before going to Florida to take on Canada on June 15 to wrap up their Group A league matches.
India were the inaugural winners of the T20 World Cup in 2007 and are aiming to claim the silverware for just the second time through the upcoming tournament.
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