At least 11 people have died of suspected heat-related causes in western India and Pakistan also sweltered on Friday in extreme heat, while parts of Bangladesh and neighbouring states braced for a likely cyclone hit this weekend.

South Asia is experiencing extreme weather conditions, with at least nine killed due to a suspected heat stroke in India's west, while parts of Bangladesh and neighbouring states are likely to be hit by a cyclone in a couple of days.

Fishermen are advised not to venture into the south Bay of Bengal until May 24, central Bay of Bengal until May 26, and north Bay of Bengal from May 24 to May 27 morning.

In the competition, Pakistan is placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, Ireland, USA and Canada. It will start its campaign against the USA on June 6 before playing arch-rivals India in a high-octane clash at New York's Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.

Usama Mir's role as a specialist spinner is crucial for Pakistan's bowling unit. His ability to deceive batsmen with variations and control the flow of runs in the middle overs adds a vital dimension to the team's T20 strategy.

Former Paksitan men's cricket team captain and star all-rounder Shahid Afridi picked India, Pakistan, Australia, and New Zealand as four teams that will qualify for the T20 World Cup 2024 semifinals.