India and New Zealand are poised for a huge match at the top of the World Cup 2023 points table on Sunday, October 22. The stage for this cricket clash is set at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
India’s journey in the tournament has been remarkable, winning all four of their previous matches. Their latest triumph came against Bangladesh, securing a victory by 7 wickets with 51 balls to spare, largely thanks to a brilliant century by Virat Kohli. Meanwhile, New Zealand has been equally dominant on the field, conquering all their opponents thus far.
In a remarkable parallel to India, the Blackcaps have also achieved a perfect record of four wins in four matches and are determined to extend their streak in ICC events. Notably, New Zealand hasn’t lost to India in an ICC event since 2003.
However, the weather forecast for the match day raises concerns about possible interruptions due to rain and thunderstorms. Accuweather and other sources predict overcast skies in Dharamsala with a high likelihood of precipitation. The temperature is anticipated to be around 18°C, with winds blowing from the south and southwest at 9 km/hr.
Reports also indicate the possibility of thunderstorms in certain areas of Dharamsala during the match’s afternoon. Weather.com also concurs with the forecast, suggesting rain at the scheduled toss time of 1:30 PM IST.
What will happen if India vs New Zealand match is washed out?
In the event of a match washout due to rain, both teams will be awarded one point each as per ICC regulations for the World Cup 2023. Up to this point, neither India nor New Zealand has experienced rain-related disruptions in their matches, but the unpredictability of Dharamsala’s weather remains a concern.
