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Asia Cup 2023: Eyeing Super Four Berth After Washout With Pakistan, India Face Nepal

Coming off a washout, India would hope they only have greenhorns Nepal to tackle and not rain as the heavyweights eye a berth in the Super Four of the Asia Cup in Pallekele, Sri Lanka on Monday. From Group A, Pakistan have already qualified to the Super Four with 3 points, and India have one point from the washed-out game against their arch-rivals on Saturday. Even in the event of another rain-marred match on the morrow, India can advance to the Super Four with two points, but Rohit Sharma's men will certainly not want it that way.

Asia Cup Games Could Be Shifted Out Of Colombo Due To Heavy Rain: Report

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is mulling a change in the venue for the Super Four matches of the Asia Cup in the wake of the heavy rains that have been lashing in Colombo. Five Super Four matches and the final have been scheduled in Colombo from September 9 onwards, but there are hardly any signs of the weather relenting. In that context, the ACC is currently engaged in a discussion with the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and tournament host Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about the possible change of venue.

"TV Bach Gye Aaj": Irfan Pathan Trolls Pakistan Fans As Rain Washes Out Asia Cup Clash With India

Rain played spoilsport as India and Pakistan had to return with a point shared from their Asia Cup 2023 match. Having posted a total of 266 runs on the board, the Indian team didn't get the opportunity to bowl a single ball, as persistent rain at the Pallekele International Stadium made play impossible in the second innings. As fans rued poor weather conditions, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to troll fans from across the border.

"Chai Pakode...": Virender Sehwag's Ultimate Dig At Asia Cup Scheduling Is Gold

Former India opening batter Virender Sehwag has taken a dig at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) over the scheduling of the ongoing Asia Cup. Sehwag's comments came after the blockbuster game between India and Pakistan was washed out due to rain in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Notably, the ongoing Asia Cup is being held under the hybrid model after India refused to travel to Pakistan for the tournament. The India vs Pakistan ended in a no-contest after rain washed out the entire second innings.

"Too Identical...": Ex-India Star's Cheeky Jibe At Rohit Sharma Over Shaheen Afridi Dismissal

Former India batter Subaramaniam Badrinath took a dig at captain Rohit Sharma following his dismissal against Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2023 match at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on Saturday. The India vs Pakistan match ended in a no result as rain played spoilsport, washing out the entire second innings. Rohit opted to bat first against Pakistan, but his decision backfired on overcast conditions as Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shaha and Haris Rauf bamboozled India's top order.

Asia Cup: No Surprises As Shaheen Afridi Picks 'Backbone' Of Indian Team

Pakistan's star left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi called the unwavering Virat Kohli the backbone of the Indian team and emphasized the importance of his wicket. In the latest chapter of their rivalry, the traditional rivals had to split points as the match was called off after heavy showers washed out the play entirely in the second innings. Virat announced himself on the pitch with a classic cover drive to kick off his innings. However, Shaheen got the better of him with an off-swinging delivery to dismiss him for a score of 4.

"Had Kohli Or Rohit Made Those...": Gautam Gambhir, Mohammad Kaif In Awkward On-Air Debate

As India took on Pakistan in their opening Asia Cup 2023 clash, it was Ishan Kishan who made the opportunity count, producing an excellent performance with the bat, all but silencing those doubting him to play a role in India's middle-order. Though an opener, Kishan featured at the No. 5 spot for India in the absence of KL Rahul. Though there remain those who feel Ishan has cemented his spot in the middle-order with the performance against Pakistan, Mohammad Kaif differs in opinion, much to the disappointment of Gautam Gambhir.

Watch - "Aaj Khush Toh Bhot Hoge...": Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid's 'Deewar' Avatar Goes Viral

Team India is squaring off against arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Both the teams face each other only during the Asia Cup and World Cup due to the political tension between the two nations. Amid this high-voltage clash, the fans got to witness the quirky and funny side of India head coach Rahul Dravid, who acted in a dry fruit commercial, imitating famous Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan.

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Asia Cup 2023: Eyeing Super Four Berth After Washout With Pakistan, India Face Nepal

Asia Cup Games Could Be Shifted Out Of Colombo Due To Heavy Rain: Report

"TV Bach Gye Aaj": Irfan Pathan Trolls Pakistan Fans As Rain Washes Out Asia Cup Clash With India

"Chai Pakode...": Virender Sehwag's Ultimate Dig At Asia Cup Scheduling Is Gold

"Too Identical...": Ex-India Star's Cheeky Jibe At Rohit Sharma Over Shaheen Afridi Dismissal

Asia Cup: No Surprises As Shaheen Afridi Picks 'Backbone' Of Indian Team

"Had Kohli Or Rohit Made Those...": Gautam Gambhir, Mohammad Kaif In Awkward On-Air Debate

Watch - "Aaj Khush Toh Bhot Hoge...": Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid's 'Deewar' Avatar Goes Viral