Rain Interrupts India vs. Pakistan match in Colombo: India Score 147/2

Colombo: The highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match between India and Pakistan at the Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo was interrupted by rain. At the time of the interruption, India had scored 147/2 in 24.1 overs.

Earlier, Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl first in this crucial encounter, which marks the third clash in the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup. Cricket enthusiasts around the world were eagerly anticipating this showdown between two cricketing giants, India and Pakistan.

However, the weather in Colombo cast a shadow of uncertainty over the match, with a 90% chance of rain in the afternoon and the possibility of it continuing into the evening. While there was some sunshine in the morning, rain was expected to begin around 3 PM, with an 80% chance, increasing to 90% by 5 PM. This raised concerns about potential delays and the match possibly being postponed to Monday.

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In the previous Super 4 encounter at the Premadasa Stadium, Sri Lanka emerged victorious, defeating Bangladesh by 21 runs. Bangladesh, chasing a target of 258 runs set by Sri Lanka, were all out for 236 in 48.1 overs. Bangladesh had won the toss and opted to bowl.

In the first Super 4 match on Wednesday, Pakistan secured a seven-wicket victory against Bangladesh.

Cricket enthusiasts who wish to watch the India vs. Pakistan match can tune in to the live streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar mobile application and website, with free access for mobile application users.