The crucial Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka Asia Cup match on Thursday is under serious threat from the weather, and with no reserve day allotted, fans could be in for a damp squib.
And the winner of this virtual semifinal will qualify for the title clash against rivals India. However, rain is forecasted in Dubai during the match timings.
Any washout would mean the points would be split, allowing both teams to advance to the final. This undesirable outcome can only be avoided if the match produces a result.
Inclement weather has already affected several matches in the tournament as the most awaited Pakistan vs. India group stage clash was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Their Super Four contest was also interrupted by rain, needing the reserve day to produce a result. Unfortunately, no such recourse exists for the virtual semifinal.
The final, however, has a reserve day allocated so even if rain plays spoilsport in the Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka match, fans can hope for clear skies during the title decider.
Let’s hope that the God have mercy and allows the crucial match to progress seamlessly as Pakistan and Sri Lanka have produced many thrillers in the past, and they can serve up another rollercoaster contest without any rain-enforced dampening.
