Team India has reached Colombo to take on Pakistan in a highly entertaining Super 4s clash. After the rain played spoilsport in Pallekelle, fans are eager to witness India vs Pakistan on Sunday 10 September. Ahead of the mega encounter, the Men in Blue traveled from Pallekelle to the capital city where they were greeted with a rousing reception.
The stage is set for the biggest match of the Asia Cup 2023 yet again! India take on ach rivals Pakistan in the battle of Super 4s. While rain played spoilsport at Pallekelle and the fans had to be contented by seeing just 1 innings of the game. But conditions are not too good in Colombo. There is still a huge possibility of rain bringing an end to the much hype surrounding the epic clash.
There is still a 90% probability of rain in Colombo on Sunday with high winds. With humans having no control over the weather, things proceed as they should. And therefore the Indian Cricket Team headed by Rohit Sharma have reached Colombo to begin their practice and preparation for this crucial encounter.
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As for India’s counterparts, Pakistan take on Bangladesh on 6th September in what happens to be the first game of the Super 4s in Asia Cup 2023 in Lahore.
Both the teams will get ample time and chances to sharpen and fix any chinks in their armour. For the Indians it will be a much harder game and preparation. With the top order crubling like a pack of cards against Pakistan’s pacer trio, it will be a real test for the likes of stalwarts like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
On the other hand, though India didn’t get a chance to bowl against their arch rivals, the Men in Blue did got the sun on their backs when they faced Nepal in the second group stage game. India bowled out Nepal for just 230 runs with Ravindra Jadej and Mohammed Siraj bagging 3 wcikets apiece and Shami, Shardul and Hardik being contented with just a solitary wicket.
But it will be a brand new day, new start and a renewed rivalry when the two rival nation go head-to-head craving nothing but a win at any cost.
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