Asia Cup 2023 Weather Forecast: Will Rain Play Spoilsport in the IND vs PAK match at Kandy?

Will Weather Dampen the Excitement for India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup?

The much-anticipated India vs. Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2023 is set to take place in Kandy on September 2nd, Saturday. However, the excitement surrounding the match is clouded by concerns over the weather conditions at the venue.

Asia Cup 2023 Weather Forecast: Will Rain Play Spoilsport in the IND vs PAK match at Kandy?

According to Accuweather, there remains a substantial 94% chance of showers with an expected duration of up to 4 hours. The temperature is projected to reach a high of 24 degrees Celsius, while the likelihood of thunderstorms stands at 27%.

Overview of the Weather in Kandy for the IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2023 Clash

Pakistan made a strong start to their Asia Cup 2023 campaign, dominating Nepal with a resounding 238-run victory in Multan. While openers Imam-ul-Haq and Fakhar Zaman didn’t shine, Babar Azam delivered a captain’s innings with an impressive 151, complemented by Iftikhar Ahmed’s rapid century off 67 balls. Their partnership of 214 runs propelled Pakistan to a formidable 342-run total. Subsequently, Shadab Khan’s four-wicket haul dismantled Nepal, limiting them to just 104 runs.

On the other hand, India holds a 7-5 lead in head-to-head ODIs against arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup, dating back to 1984. India is also the most successful team in Asia Cup history, with seven titles to their name, while Pakistan has won two.

Also Read: India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023: Rain Forecast at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

However, recent circumstances favor Pakistan, as many of their players have gained significant experience in Sri Lanka. Additionally, Pakistan comes off a 3-0 ODI series victory over Afghanistan, catapulting them to the top of the ICC ODI rankings.

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