Asia Cup 2023 IND vs PAK: Colombo, the stage for the Asia Cup 2023’s Super 4 clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan, witnessed an unexpected twist as rain forced a postponement of the scheduled match on Sunday. Now, the cricketing world eagerly awaits the resumption of this high-stakes encounter on the reserve day.
When the deluge interrupted play at the R Premadasa Stadium, India had already amassed 147 runs, losing only two wickets in 24.1 overs. The match is set to recommence today at 3 pm, with India’s star batsmen, Virat Kohli and Lokesh Rahul, standing at eight and 17 runs, respectively.
The current weather conditions in Colombo are displaying a stark contrast to the previous day’s downfall, with clear skies and abundant sunshine. The Asian Cricket Council has shared a recent snapshot of the stadium, depicting no imminent threat of rain.
However, the weather remains a cause for concern. Colombo’s weather forecast for the day is far from promising. Although rain is not currently in progress, the situation can deteriorate rapidly. AccuWeather predicts a staggering 99 percent chance of rain and a 95 percent likelihood of cloud cover.
The wind is expected to whip through at 41 km/h. Temperature-wise, the maximum is anticipated at 29 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 25 degrees Celsius.
Monday’s Colombo weather outlook:
Maximum temperature: 29 degrees Celsius.
Minimum temperature: 25 degrees Celsius.
Rain probability: 99%.
Cloudy conditions: 95%.
Wind speed: 41 km/h.
The decision to bowl first appeared favorable for the Indian opening duo, who took the Pakistani bowlers to task. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill crafted a splendid century partnership for the opening wicket, with both batsmen securing half-centuries. Rohit Sharma’s innings concluded at 56 runs, characterized by 6 fours and four sixes, while Gill contributed 58 runs, including 10 fours.
Pakistan’s formidable fast bowling attack initially struggled to contain the Indian openers. All eyes in the forthcoming match will be on Virat Kohli and the returning KL Rahul. Should these two manage to establish a substantial partnership, India stands a good chance of posting a formidable total against their Pakistani counterparts.
India Playing XI for asia cup 2023:
Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj
Pakistan Playing XI asia cup 2023:
Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (captain), Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf.