Rain Stays Away in Second Innings As India Beat Sri Lanka To Qualify for Asia Cup 2023 Final

As India and Sri Lanka gear up for the encounter on Tuesday, there is a possibility of rain playing spoilsport. According to the weather forecast, there are high chances of rain causing frequent interruptions in the high-voltage clash. For the uninitiated, there is no reserve day for this contest. So, if there is no result due to rain, teams will get one point each.

R Premadasa Stadium Under Covers (Photo Credits: @mufaddal_vohra/Twitter)
13 Sep, 12:01 (IST)

There was no more rain interruption after the one we had towards the end of the first innings of this match, which India won to book a spot in the Asia Cup 2023 final. It was a passing shower and the groundsmen did well to ensure that everything was in place, in time so that no overs were lost. India then beat Sri Lanka, successfully defending 214 to reach the final of Asia Cup 2023.  Over the course of three days now, the groundsmen of this stadium have worked relentlessly to ensure that play was possible after rain interruptions. It is indeed praiseworthy! 

12 Sep, 18:48 (IST)

Live visuals from Colombo shows that the groundstaff are actively removing the covers from the pitch and the square. There hasn't been much rain so it should be fine. The umpires will take a look soon and give a starting time for the game.

12 Sep, 18:36 (IST)

It was really a passing shower as the news from the stadium is the rain has stopped and the covers are set to be removed soon. We haven't lost any time at all so the match will progress from where it was stopped. 

12 Sep, 18:31 (IST)

The mighty rain has returned just near the end of India's innings. Dark clouds made their way for some time as the groundstaff prepared near the boundary line and they came in immediately after the umpires signalled. The rain is steady but not too heavy. Hopefully action will resume soon.

12 Sep, 14:18 (IST)

It is once again bright and sunny in Colombo. So, toss should take place on time and play too is expected to begin on time. Hopefully, rain stays away from now on.

12 Sep, 12:46 (IST)

So, after the bright and sunny period come clouds. It looks overcast presently at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Chances of rain delaying the start of India vs Sri Lanka look high at the moment.

12 Sep, 11:57 (IST)

After the early morning showers, it is bright and sunny in Colombo. As per the weather forecast, there will be rains later in the day, but it is not going to affect the outcome of the match. Having said that, Colombo weather has been extremely unpredictable. So, fingers crossed.  


Colombo Weather Updates Live with Rain Forecast: India will cross punches with Sri Lanka in the fourth Super Four game of Asia Cup 2023 on Tuesday, September 12 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India are entering the contest, in high spirits, having registered a massive 228-run win over Pakistan. KL Rahul and Virat Kohli smashed stunning centuries then Kuldeep Yadav spun the web around the opposition to help the Men in Blue secure a resounding victory over the eternal rivals. India will look to ride on the winning momentum and beat Sri Lanka in the upcoming game. India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 Super Four Colombo Weather Report: Check Out Rain Forecast and Pitch Report at R Premadasa Stadium.

Sri Lanka, too have been playing some sensational cricket in the 16th edition of the continental tournament. Despite missing some key personnel, they have put up inspirational performances one after another and outclassed the opposition that has come in the way. In their previous match, they trumped Bangladesh by 21 runs and kick-started their Super Four campaign with a win. The defending champions would look to carry on the good work in the encounter against India and extend their winning streak. India vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2023 Super Four Free Live Streaming Online on Disney+ Hotstar: Watch Live Telecast of IND vs SL ODI Cricket Match on TV in India.

However, as India and Sri Lanka gear up for the encounter on Tuesday, there is a possibility of rain playing spoilsport. According to the weather forecast, there are high chances of rain causing frequent interruptions in the high-voltage clash. For the uninitiated, there is no reserve day for this contest. So, if there is no result due to rain, teams will get one point each.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 12, 2023 11:37 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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