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Rain threatens Shaheen vs Babar Azam match outcome

Lahore Qalandars will get the benefit in case the match is fully washed out due to rain

Rain threatens Shaheen vs Babar Azam match outcome PHOTO: AFP

The most important match between Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi in Pakistan Super League (PSL) today will likely be affected by rain.

After light rain in Lahore today, the weather has become pleasant, but the meteorological department has predicted rain again in the afternoon.

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Based on the latest updates, it seems that the match is expected to commence as scheduled, despite the ongoing rainfall.

However, if there is a further downpour, it could exacerbate the challenges for the ground crew. In such a scenario, the Lahore Qalandars may have an advantage over their opponents.

After the league matches, Qalandars has 14 points on the points table while Peshawar Zalmi has 10 points, and this advantage is enough for them to qualify for the final of the PSL eight.

On the other hand, all the tickets for the match between Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi have been sold, but the fans are eager to see the match between the teams of Shaheen and Babar.

It should be noted that the Multan Sultans have already reached the final by defeating Shaheen-led Lahore Qalandars, the final of the event will be played on March 18.