T20 World Cup 2024
20-20 World Cup: India vs Pakistan match in danger of washout as heavy rain lashes Melbourne
The much-awaited match could be abandoned for reasons, not in the control of humans.
India vs Pakistan is a rivalry that is among the fiercest in all of cricket. The two cricketing giants have a long history of high-intensity clashes, tales of which are still afresh in cricketing circles.
A new page is going to be added to the India- Pakistan rivalry when they meet in the 20-20 World Cup clash on October 23rd. After Pakistan got the upper hand at the Asia Cup 2022, India would be looking for a revengeful win in Australia. Whatever the outcome, however, it is certain that the game will provide a healthy dose of entertainment to all cricket fans.
However, a literal dark cloud looms large over the India vs Pakistan match on October 23rd as Melbourne, the host of the match is being lashed by heavy rain.
Incessant rain in Victoria has sent rivers overflowing and flooding parts of Southeast Australia. Thousands of people in Victoria and Tasmania have been told to flee their homes as a 400km wide deluge of rain has drenched the country. The Guardian reports that at least 1000 homes have been flooded as a result of heavy rain in Victoria and projects 3000 could be underwater early next week.
1974 Flood-like situation in Australia
The flood water has already exceeded the level recorded in the devastating 1974 floods; some reports have suggested. “This … is probably the most significant rain event widespread across the state this year,” said the Bureau of Meteorology’s Kevin Parkyn.
Various images from the Victorian floods. 42 Melbourne suburbs are on 'Watch and Act" alert. pic.twitter.com/Q4OPXwI03m
— Spiritonajourney (@LawsofLORE) October 13, 2022
Melbourne Cricket Ground which is near the Yarra River in Richmond is in danger of being affected by the flood as well. Additionally, the weather forecast shows rain showers in Melbourne which could wash out the World Cup game between India and Pakistan as well.
Weather Forecast for India vs Pakistan World Cup match
India vs Pakistan (Image source: Twitter)
The Indian team has already reached Australia and are currently playing their practice matches in Perth. Meanwhile, Pakistan have won the tri-series in New Zealand after defeating New Zealand in the final. They would now fly to Australia tomorrow for their practice matches.
