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Fans brace themselves for the possibility of the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup match being washed out due to heavy rain.
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The Asia Cup match is scheduled at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka, where heavy rain has been persistent.
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Rainfall has been ongoing for the past two days, with weather apps forecasting even worse conditions on match day.
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Weather forecasts predict a minimal chance of the match taking place, with a low predicted rain percentage of 91%.
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The likelihood of matches in Sri Lanka during August-September is low due to the heavy monsoon season.
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The decision to hold the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka was a last-minute hybrid model after India couldn't travel to Pakistan.
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Rain and a wet outfield pose a challenge for Sri Lanka's match against Bangladesh at the same venue.
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Ground staff are struggling to prepare the field due to consistent rain and patchy areas on the playing surface.
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Despite the challenges, morning pictures show bright sunshine, hinting at a potential improvement in weather conditions.
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If weather permits, a curtailed game might be played, potentially a 20-over contest between India and Pakistan.
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In case of a complete washout, India and Pakistan would share points, affecting their Super 4 stage chances.
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Pakistan would automatically advance due to their victory over Nepal in Group A, securing a Super 4 spot.
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India would need to defeat Nepal in their group fixture to ensure their progression to the next round.
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Cricket fans hope for a turn of fortune as they anticipate whether the weather will allow this much-anticipated match.
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The fate of the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup match hangs on the whims of the weather, adding suspense to the cricketing event.
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