Rawalpindi weather forecast intensifies pressure on Pakistan ahead of India clash, Champions Trophy elimination on the horizon

The visitors, meanwhile, are in desperate need of a turnaround after a disappointing loss in their first match against New Zealand. Mohammad Rizwan's team currently sits at the bottom of Group A and is facing the possibility of an early exit from the tournament. If Pakistan fails to secure a victory on Sunday and New Zealand triumphs over Bangladesh, their elimination will be confirmed. However, a win against India would keep their hopes alive for advancing to the next stage.

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But also, Pakistan’s final game vs Bangladesh is in doubt. The match will take place in Rawalpindi (on February 27), but the latest weather forecast shows that the match might not take place. According to Accuweather, rain is expected in Rawalpindi from February 25 to March 1. On Thursday, when Pakistan take on Bangladesh, there is an 84 percent chance of rain, with 96 percent of cloud cover. If that does happen, then the game will be a washout, without any result.

To avoid such a circumstance, Pakistan need to defeat India on Sunday. Against India, Pakistan will up against a top side, who lost to them in the 2017 final.

Speaking ahead of the match, Pakistan’s Aaqib Javed said, “What is an India-Pakistan game without pressure? That is actually the beauty of it. You play 10 games and win all and there will still be pressure on the 11th game.”

Meanwhile, India opener Shubman Gill stated, “I don't believe that over-hype or under-hype is a thing. India-Pakistan has a long history. It's an exciting contest when both these teams play. Everyone enjoys watching it. If so many people are happy to watch the match, then who are we to say that it is underhyped or overhyped? We go there to play cricket. Our effort is to play for the team I am playing for, to represent my country, and to win with all my heart.”

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