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What Is The Chance Of Rain In AUS vs SA Champions Trophy Match? Check Latest Updates

Soumyajit Dutta

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium [Source: @TheRealPCB/X.com]Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium [Source: @TheRealPCB/X.com]

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Both teams, Australia and South Africa are waiting to grab the big tickets for the semis as they face each other at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on February 25. Both teams, winning one match in the tournament just requires another win to virtually seal their way to the top four.

However, the weather at Rawalpindi might stand as a potential obstructor in their way. Winning comfortably against England, Australia will be ready and rearing to face the Proteas, however, clouds and showers are expected to disrupt the high-intensity match.

Rawalpindi Weather Update for SA vs AUS

According to AccuWeather, the conditions in Rawalpindi will be cloudy and significantly cooler than usual. Rain is expected at times throughout the afternoon and night, with a high probability of precipitation.

The maximum temperature during the day will be 18°C, while the night time temperature is expected to drop to 11°C. A 62% chance of precipitation is forecast during daylight hours, with 1.5 hours of light rain (2.2 mm) expected, particularly in the afternoon. 

A staggering 97% of precipitation chances are there at night with showers continuing for assumably 5 hours. Notably, winds will blow at a speed of 11 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 32 km/h.

How Will the Weather Impact the Match?

Looking at the current weather, If rain disrupts play, the pitch could become tricky, especially in the second innings. With 9.7 mm of rainfall expected at night, bowling under the lights might be challenging. 

The Rawalpindi pitch is generally balanced, offering assistance to both batters and pacers. However, if the surface retains moisture due to intermittent showers, fast bowlers could find some movement. That said, if the game is reduced due to rain, the conditions may favour chasing teams, as the DLS method could come into play. 

With heavy rain under lights, a complete washout of the match between South Africa and Australia is probably likely. However, DLS might also come into play depending on the intensity and period of rainfall during the match.

UPDATE: It's drizzling at the moment in Rawalpindi. The entire square and the bowler's run-up areas are covered.