India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023: What happens if rain washes out Ind vs Pak Clash in Kandy?

The mother of all battles in cricket is set to take centre stage tomorrow (Saturday, September 2) in neutral territory as India are up against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2023.

The Pallekele Stadium in Kandy is scheduled to witness as these arch-rivals collide for continental supremacy, but the cloud is looming large over the fate of the clash, courtesy of nature.

Kandy is a highland in the central part of Sri Lanka, and rain is normal at this period of time in this country. Around 48 to 49 percent of rain is expected during the month of August and September in Kandy and on Saturday, there is a massive chance of downpours.

Kandy Weather Report on Saturday

On Saturday, Kandy has a huge chance of thunderstorms. From early morning to 5 pm in the afternoon, the chance for precipitation is around 75 per cent in average, which can have a damaging effect on the tie.

Although we can still have a curtailed match as there is very little rain predicted in the evening, but the rain forecast comes back again late at night. Hence we may see no action at all if nature doesn't permit it.

What happens if Rain washes out India vs Pakistan match?

This is an interesting question but it does have a simple answer. If the India and Pakistan clash in Kandy washes out, Pakistan will then qualify for the Asia Cup Super Fours. India, on the other hand, will have one point after one game and then the winner between India and Nepal in the next match will join Pakistan.

What happens if Rain washes out both of India's matches?

Along with the India-Pakistan match, if the match between India and Nepal also washes out, then it will be Rohit Sharma and his troops who will advance to the Super Fours.

Who will top Asia Cup 2023 Group A?

And now coming back to winning group A, Pakistan and India are pre-determined to have A1 and A2 spots respectively despite group stage ranks to avoid scheduling in Pakistan. If India fail to qualify, then Nepal will get the A2 spot.

Hence the outcome is that if rain washes out the India-Pakistan clash, we can surely see Babar Azam and co. in the Super Four round of the tournament.