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Rain Threatens India-Pak Asian Games Final: Who Gets Gold If Match Washed Out?
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News18•02-10-2026, 22:50
Rain Threatens India-Pak Asian Games Final: Who Gets Gold If Match Washed Out?
- •The Asian Games men's cricket gold medal match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for Saturday.
- •There is a 60 percent chance of rain during the match, raising concerns for both teams.
- •If the final is canceled due to rain and at least 5 overs cannot be played, India will be awarded the gold medal.
- •Rules state that in case of cancellation, the higher-ranked team advances; India is above Pakistan in ICC T20 rankings.
- •Bangladesh is a strong contender for the bronze medal, being ranked higher than Sri Lanka.
Key Questions Answered
If the final match is canceled due to rain and a result cannot be achieved after at least 5 overs of play, India will be awarded the gold medal and Pakistan the silver because India is ranked higher.
The Indian men's cricket team is ranked number one in the T20 format, while the Pakistan cricket team holds the sixth position in the ICC rankings.
The Bangladesh team is a strong contender to reach the podium and win the bronze medal as they are placed at number 8 in the rankings, while Sri Lanka is behind them at number 9.
