The announcement of the Asia Cup schedule has been delayed due to heavy rainfall in Sri Lanka during the month of September. The organizers are working on finalizing the schedule, which is expected to be announced later this week.

Change in Venue for Pakistan vs India Match

One significant change in the upcoming Asia Cup is that the match between Pakistan and India will not be played in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The decision to change the venue is primarily due to the monsoon rains that are expected in Colombo during September, making it unsuitable for hosting the match.

New Host City Dambulla

Instead of Colombo, there is a strong possibility that Dambulla will host the India-Pakistan match in the Asia Cup. Dambulla has been considered as an alternative venue due to its relatively better weather conditions during September. The final decision regarding the venue is yet to be confirmed.

Initial Schedule Shared with Participating Countries

According to media reports, the initial schedule of the Asia Cup has been shared with the participating countries. This step allows the teams to start planning their preparations and logistics accordingly, despite the delay in the official announcement.

Hybrid Model Matches in Pakistan and Sri Lanka

The Asia Cup is set to follow a hybrid model, with four matches of the tournament scheduled to be held in Pakistan and nine matches in Sri Lanka. This approach aims to distribute the matches between the two countries and provide a balanced playing experience for all participating teams.