Who will meet India in Asia Cup 2023 Final if PAK vs SL game is washed out?

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The anticipation was high as cricket fans eagerly awaited the fifth game of the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2023 between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, their excitement was dampened by the heavy rain that covered the ground completely, causing a delay in the toss. The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, known for its vibrant atmosphere during cricket matches, now stood empty and desolate.

Pakistan will meet Sri Lanka in a game that both teams must win after a crushing 228-run loss to India on Monday. Two of Pakistan's top pacers were injured, Naseem Shah was replaced by Zaman Khan, and Haris Rauf is still working out with the team. After India's valiant batting performance, Kuldeep Yadav took Pakistan for his second ODI 5-wicket haul and led India to victory.

Possibilities of first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final

The 13-game winning streak for Sri Lanka is broken. Dunith Wellalage, had a standout performance against India. He top-scored with an unblemished 42 after striking out five of the top six batters, but the Islanders still lost by a 41-run margin. Both sides appear to be on the verge of elimination as the winner advances to the final versus India on September 17. If the game is called off, Sri Lanka will automatically qualify for the finals since they have a higher Net Run Rate (NRR) than Pakistan.

Team India has already secured their position in the Asia Cup 2023 Final, while their next Super 4 opponents, Bangladesh, are returning home early after losses to Pakistan and Sri Lanka. On Friday, India and Bangladesh will meet in the final game of the Super 4 stage at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo in an inconsequential match.

Cricket fans could see the arch-rivals square off in the final, which has never happened before. However, it is up to Pakistan to decide whether or not to play the game. The injuries to Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf are troubling, but the men in green will try to put their best foot forward in the crucial match against the defending champions. Both Sri Lanka and Pakistan won one game before being defeated by India. The winner of Today's match will go to the final. Bangladesh has already been eliminated from contention after losing two Super 4 games.