IND vs PAK, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Light showers to delay start of high octane clash in Manchester

It has been forecasted that light showers are on the cards on Sunday afternoon, thus affecting the marquee clash between the arch-rivals

While the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan is at the doorstep, the fans across the world are praying that the rain gods stay away from Old Trafford on Sunday. As per the latest reports coming in from Manchester , the India-Pakistan clash is likely to have a delayed start Manchester as there was light drizzle in the English town on Sunday morning. Earlier on Saturday, the pitch at Old Trafford was under the hover cover and the square was covered by sheets. However, a few hours later, the rain went away and there was bright sunshine. This has raised hopes of the cricket fans who have come in from all parts of the world to witness one of the greatest cricket rivalries. But, it has been forecasted that light showers are on the cards on Sunday afternoon, thus affecting the marquee clash between the arch-rivals. Considering the unpredictability of the English weather, anything is possible.

Dark skies and rain at the moment here at Old Trafford. Forecast tomorrow suggests we should get a match #INDvPAK #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/j8Fu5F62g5

— Saj Sadiq (@Saj_PakPassion) June 15, 2019

As per the weather forecasting website, Accuweather, spotty showers are to take place between 12 pm and 1 pm (local time). The website further predicted that the conditions will remain overcast throughout the day with the temperature hovering around 17 degree Celsius. So far, four matches have been abandoned in the ongoing World Cup, including India's last fixture against New Zealand. The game in Trent Bridge was called off without a ball being bowled. International Cricket Council (ICC) has already been drawing flak for the poor scheduling and lack of reserve days for the league stage matches and in case the India-Pakistan clash is washed out, one can be pretty sure that a lot of eyebrows will be raised towards the international governing body.