The stage is set for one of the most highly anticipated matches in the cricket calendar: India vs Pakistan. Following India’s triumphant debut against Bangladesh on Friday, all eyes are now on the showdown between these two arch-rivals, scheduled to take place at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. The match is set to commence at 2:30 pm Indian time, leaving fans wondering if the weather will play a spoilsport. So, what can we expect from the Dubai weather during this epic clash?
According to the Meteorological Department, the forecast for Dubai on Sunday looks hot and dry, with the sun making an appearance as the match progresses, after an initially cloudy start. While there’s no chance of rain dampening the spirits, dew might just become a crucial factor, potentially influencing the team that wins the toss to choose bowling first. India’s successful run chase against Bangladesh is still fresh in memory, and it will be interesting to see how they approach this match. With a maximum temperature of around 33 degrees Celsius, the conditions will undoubtedly be sunny for most of the match, ensuring a sizzling experience for fans in the stadium.
Rohit Sharma’s Indian team got off to a winning start, defeating Bangladesh by 4 wickets, while Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, faced a 60-run defeat at the hands of New Zealand. This puts Pakistan in a tight spot, with the team facing a do-or-die situation. On the other hand, the Indian team will be looking to build on their momentum before they face New Zealand in their last group match on March 2.
The Indian squad looks formidable with Rohit Sharma at the helm, along with Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Akshar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, and Arshdeep Singh. As the match approaches, anticipation is building, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how these two teams clash on the field. Will India continue their winning streak, or will Pakistan bounce back with a vengeance? Only time will tell.