Overview
- Both teams are unbeaten and level on points heading into Sunday’s group match at R. Premadasa Stadium, a neutral venue for this rivalry.
- AccuWeather projects a 93% chance of daytime rain in Colombo with far lower odds in the evening, raising concerns about a damp outfield despite a scheduled night start.
- Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq’s unorthodox action has been cleared twice by the ICC, and Aaron Finch backed its legality, urging focus on adaptation within the laws.
- India weigh selection calls with Abhishek Sharma unwell; Sunil Gavaskar suggested Kuldeep Yadav could come in for Arshdeep Singh given spin-friendly conditions.
- Elsewhere in the tournament, Zimbabwe’s 23‑run win over Australia reshaped group dynamics, England face a must-win against Scotland, and South Africa meet New Zealand with progression on the line.