Weather dominates discussion ahead of India-Sri Lanka semifinal
Heavy rain has limited India’s practice and could send the semifinal to ICC rankings if play is washed out, officials said.
- On Thursday, the Shreyas Iyer-led India side faces Sri Lanka in the Asian Games cricket semifinal in Nagoya despite limited practice. Tournament favorites aim to secure a final spot against the depleted Sri Lankan team.
- Heavy rain in Japan has severely hampered India's preparation since their arrival 10 days ago, limiting the team to a single 5-over match near Tokyo. Persistent wet conditions have disrupted normal training rhythms.
- Opener Sanju Samson said constant meetings and gym sessions have kept the Indian squad 'switched on' despite the lack of match practice. "We were having constant meetings to switch on the players," Samson said.
- Should persistent rain wash out the match, India will advance to the final based on their number one position in the ICC rankings. Pakistan and Bangladesh will contest the second semifinal under similar weather uncertainty.
- Weather forecasts appear favorable for play on Thursday and Friday, though rain threats return for the final on Saturday. If weather disrupts the ultimate gold medal match, officials will share the title between finalists.
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Times of IndiaWeather dominates discussion ahead of India-Sri Lanka semifinal
India's cricket team is preparing for a semifinal match against Sri Lanka at the Asian Games. Heavy rain has limited India's training opportunities since their arrival in Japan, impacting their readiness. The match is scheduled for Thursday, with weather forecasts appearing favorable for play. If the game is canceled, India will still advance based on their ICC ranking. Pakistan and Bangladesh will contest the other semifinal, also affected by r…
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