In a must-win matchup in the Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan is set to compete against Sri Lanka on the upcoming Thursday in Colombo. What’s at stake in this pivotal Super 4 clash is a spot in the grand final where the formidable Indian team awaits its challenger on September 17. Nevertheless, an impending weather warning looms over the high-stakes encounter between Pakistan and Sri Lanka threatening to affect the outcome.

High Probability of Interruption

. Such circumstances could severely disrupt the Pakistan-Sri Lanka match and potentially the other remaining matchups in the event. It’s worth remembering that the group stage encounter featuring Pakistan and India was marred and washed out due to adverse weather conditions. Additionally, a persistent downpour heavily impacted the Super 4 clash between the two arch-rivals, stretching the game to be concluded during the reserve day.

Provided the Asia Cup 2023 final also falls victim to the elements and is washed out on September 17, the tournament’s trophy would be shared between the two finalists. A reserve day is also set aside exclusively for the final.

What if Rain Washes Out the Remaining Matches?

While India has already cemented its place for the final, rain occurrences will leave its position unscathed. Contrarily, Bangladesh, already out of the contest for the final, would not be affected either. However, both Sri Lanka and Pakistan stand much to lose. In the event of a washout, both teams would be granted a single point. The Lankan Tigers, owing to their superior net run-rate (NRR), would consequently secure their place in the final. Following Pakistan’s overwhelming 228-run defeat against India, their NRR plummeted to -1.892, while Sri Lanka’s NRR currently stands at -0.2.