IND vs AFG 1st ODI delayed: What time will the toss and match start?

IND vs AFG 1st ODI delayed: What time will the toss and match start? originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Persistent rain delays the toss for India vs Afghanistan first ODI at Dharamshala.

A 60-70% chance of showers has a delayed start.

Orange alert issued for Himachal Pradesh; yellow alert in place until June 16.

India vs Afghanistan 1st ODI: Toss delayed as rain lashes Dharamshala

India's first ODI against Afghanistan at Dharamshala has run into trouble before a ball has been bowled, with persistent rain delaying the toss and casting serious doubt over whether a full match can be played.

Advertisement

A steady drizzle continues to fall over the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, with the covers firmly in place over the pitch and square.

Ground staff have also extended protection to the run-up areas as conditions remain unchanged. The rain is not torrential, but its persistence is the problem. There is no sign of it clearing in the near future, and an immediate start looks out of the question.

MORE: IND vs AFG 1st ODI predicted playing XI: India's No. 3 dilemma between Ishan Kishan, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul

Dharamshala weather forecast: What are the chances of the rain stopping?

The day's forecast gives a 60 to 70 per cent chance of showers throughout, meaning even if play begins, further interruptions cannot be ruled out.

Advertisement

The meteorological department had already issued an orange alert for June 12, warning of thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds across parts of Himachal Pradesh.

A yellow alert remains active from June 13 through to June 16, flagging the possibility of rain and lightning at scattered locations.

Let's take a look at the hourly temperatures and the probability of rainfall in Dharamshal on Saturday.

1:00 PM: 21°C (49% chance of rain)

2:00 PM: 20°C (70% chance of rain)

3:00 PM: 19°C (67% chance of rain)

4:00 PM: 21°C (40% chance of rain)

5:00 PM: 22°C (34% chance of rain)

6:00 PM: 23°C (22% chance of rain)

7:00 PM: 22°C (0% chance of rain)

8:00 PM: 21°C (0% chance of rain)

9:00 PM: 21°C (0% chance of rain)

10:00 PM: 20°C (0% chance of rain)

11:00 PM: 20°C (0% chance of rain)

MORE: Explained: Why Virat Kohli is not playing India vs Afghanistan ODI series 2026

What time will the toss take place for the 1st ODI between IND & AFG?

There is currently no fixed time for the toss. The standard process applies as the rain must stop, followed by a ground inspection by the umpires, before any decision on the toss.

Advertisement

What time will the 1st ODI between IND & AFG start after rain delay?

The umpires are yet to decide on a start time.

Click here to read article