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Will SL vs NZ 3rd ODI Be Abandoned Due To Rain? Pallekele Stadium Latest Weather Update

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Source: @BLACKCAPS/X.com)Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Source: @BLACKCAPS/X.com)

The third and final ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand is set to take place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium today (November 19). Sri Lanka will be eyeing a clean sweep in the three-match series, while New Zealand will aim to salvage pride and avoid a 3-0 defeat.  

Sri Lanka sealed the series with a three-wicket victory in the rain-hit second ODI on Sunday. The match, played under the DLS method, saw Sri Lanka clinch victory with six balls to spare. The first ODI at Dambulla was also decided by the DLS method, with Sri Lanka emerging victorious by 45 runs after rain disrupted play.  

Chances Of Rain and Thunderstorms To Spoil Third ODI 

Unfortunately, rain has been a recurring theme in this series, and it looks likely to play a role in the third ODI as well. The weather forecast for Pallekele predicts cloudy skies with intermittent showers throughout the day, increasing the probability of yet another rain-affected game.  

Despite the gloomy weather forecast, Sri Lanka will be eager to maintain their dominance, while New Zealand will be desperate to end the series on a high note. So ahead of this match, let's take a look at the latest weather update for Pallekele. 

SL Vs NZ 3rd ODI: Latest Weather Update

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Details
Temperature29°C
Wind Speed 7 km/h-19 km/h
Probability of rain86%

The weather forecast for third and final ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium looks bleak, with high chances of rain and thunderstorms likely to disrupt the match.  

According to Accuweather.com, cloudy and humid conditions are expected to dominate the day, with temperatures hovering around 29°C. Humidity levels are forecasted to be around 85%. 

The report indicates a troubling 86% probability of precipitation, with up to 8.0 mm of rainfall predicted over the course of the day. Additionally, there is a 52% chance of thunderstorms, further increasing the likelihood of interruptions. Winds from the east at 7 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 19 km/h, could also add another layer of difficulty to the proceedings.  

This ODI series has already been marred by rain, with both the first and second matches decided via the DLS method. And currently looking at the weather condition, it can be concluded that there are high chances that the third ODI will also face significant hindrance due to poor weather.