India vs Pakistan match is scheduled to take place at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on 10th September 2023. Currently, there is a huge chance of rain interrupting the game and therefore the ACC have allotted a reserve day for the game. The first match between India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 was abandoned due to rain and the fans of arch rivals are waiting eagerly to witness the action between the two teams. However, there is a 90% chance of rain on 10th September and 11th September which was selected for the reserve day. If the India…
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