Ind vs Aus PM's XI: Will rain relent on Day 2 to allow a 50-overs match?
Rain washed out the opening day of India's pink-ball warm-up game against Australia's Prime Minister's XI in Canberra. Weather conditions remain unfavorable, with predictions of continued rain and thunderstorms on Day 2, jeopardizing India's preparations. The game format has been adjusted to a 50-overs-a-side match on the final day.from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/in2psB4
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