People painted in India and Pakistan flags pose for a picture ahead of the Asia Cup 2023 match between India and Pakistan in Sri Lanka, in Ahmedabad on Friday. (Photo Credit: ANI)
New Delhi: The highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is set to unfold in Sriharikota's Pallekele Stadium this Saturday. Fans have been eagerly waiting for this showdown, and tickets have sold out. However, concerns about rain have cast a shadow over the cricketing extravaganza. Here's the latest live weather update for Pallekele Stadium and whether rain will disrupt the match.
Weather check at Pallekele stadium: What's the forecast?
Friday witnessed heavy rain in Pallekele, causing concerns that the match might face delays or interruptions. However, as per current weather reports, the outlook is improving.
According to the latest weather updates, there is a 70% chance of rain in Pallekele starting from 2:30 PM. Fortunately, by evening (around 5 PM), the likelihood of rain drops significantly to just 50%. This means that while there may be initial rain disruptions, there's hope that the match can proceed without significant interruptions later on.
Temperature outlook for match day
On September 2, Pallekele is expected to experience daytime temperatures of around 28°C and nighttime temperatures dropping to approximately 22°C. Clouds are expected to grace both the day and night skies.
Cricket fans will be fervently hoping that the rain gods are kind and that the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan proceeds without interruption. Stay tuned for further updates on this nail-biting contest.