India will square off against Sri Lanka in ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC), 2019 match no 44. The second last match of the group stage will be played at Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds. In a way, this match is a dead rubber, as the result will not have any impact on changes in the semi-finalist. However, from India's perspective, they will want to win this game and finish on top of the point table. However, if Australia defeats South Africa today (July 6, 2019), they will reach the first position in the point table. Meanwhile, let us have a look at the weather report, rain forecast and pitch report of Headingley in Leeds where India vs Sri Lanka match will take place. Sri Lanka vs India Cricket Score 44th ODI Match.

The weather at Leeds is not all that good it has been raining there since morning. However, as per the reports of accuweather.com, these are passing shower which will diminish soon. The weather forecast says that it will be partly cloudy when the match begins at around 11 am. The temperature will be around 21 degree Celsius and hopefully, we should have a good game of cricket ahead. India vs Sri Lanka, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match Preview: In-Form IND Gear Up for SL Challenge.

Weather at Leeds

Weather Report for IND vs SL Match (Photo Credits: Accuweather.com)

Pitch Report: The pitch at Headingley is expected to be on the slower side and it will be the same one used during Afghanistan vs West Indies match. The overcast and humid condition can help pacers on this track.

India and Sri Lanka will both give a tough fight in their upcoming game. Sri Lanka will want to finish on 10 points by defeating India and will want to exit CWC 2019 tournament on a high note. On the other hand, India will not want to enter semis with a defeat.

 

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