The ongoing showers in Rawalpindi have delayed thrown by Champions Trophy 2025 match between Australia and South Africa, which was intended to take place at 1 p.m. 13:30 today (Tuesday).
The game is likely to be affected by rain which will continue in intervals throughout the day, as predicted by Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). According to the weather forecast, Rawalpindi is expected to experience a cloudy and cool day with intermittent afternoon showers.
There is a 64% chance of rainfall, with an estimated 0.10 inch rain expected in about two hours.
While cloud cover will be 100%, thunderstorms are not expected. As the showers continue, the stadium staff has covered the field with sheets.
Both teams enter this match with winning momentum, after appearing victory in their opening fixtures in the tournament.
Australia began their campaign with a remarkable victory over England at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. First, England battled a record a total of 351/8, the highest in Champions Trophy History.
Ben Duckkett starred with bats and scored a sensational 165 out of 143 deliveries. However, Australia chased the target of only 47.3 overs, thanks to a dominant batting screen.
Josh Inglis led the charge with a blistering 120 out of 86 balls, while Alex Carey contributed a solid 69 out of 63. Glenn Maxwell played a decisive como and crushed 32 out of 15 deliveries to seal the victory.
Meanwhile, South Africa recorded a comprehensive 107-run victory over Afghanistan. Proteas published 315/6 before bowling out of Afghanistan in 208. Ryan Rickelton was the prominent artist who scored 103 out of 106 balls.
Captain Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen and Aiden Markram also tile in by half a century to guide their side to a commander total.
Playing XI
Australia: Steve Smith (C), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus LabusCagn, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sansha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa.
Travel Reserve: Cooper Connolly.
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (C), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie Van Dussen, Corbin Bosch.
Travel Reserve: Kwena Maphaka
