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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, LIVE Score, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, Latest Updates: The match between the two Asian giants has been abandoned and as a result, Pakistan and Sri Lanka share a point each. Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, LIVE Score, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Preview: Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur has urged his team to “stay ruthless” at the World Cup as they train their sights on Sri Lanka after shocking England. The notoriously unpredictable Pakistan side held their nerve to beat the hosts by 14 runs at Trent Bridge on Monday, just three days after crashing to a seven-wicket defeat against the West Indies at the same venue. That ended a sequence of 11 consecutive defeats in completed one-day internationals. Arthur praised his team’s resolve after a “shocking” defeat in their tournament opener. “It was just so good to see us go out and play with the belief and intensity that we had spoken about,” Arthur told AFP. “When we put all three disciplines together we know we can beat anybody. We now need to stay consistent and ruthless.” Pakistan posted an impressive 348-8 against a potent England bowling attack, with fifties from veteran Mohammad Hafeez, Babar Azam and Sarfaraz Ahmed. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan in a rain-shortened match, also in Cardiff, to breathe life into their campaign. But the 1996 champions will be wary of another middle-order batting collapse after they lost five wickets for 14 runs against New Zealand and seven wickets for 36 runs against Afghanistan. Sri Lankan coach Chandika Hathurusingha said he had told his batsmen to up their game. “I don’t give pep talks. I give an honest talk, that’s all. “I tell them what has to be done. They have to come and perform,” said Hathurusingha, who praised opener Kusal Perera for his 78-run knock, which helped Sri Lanka reach 201 against Afghanistan. “He’s an amazing player,” said Hathurusingha. “We have given him the full license to bat the way he wants to bat. We know that when he’s come up, most of the time it’s match-winning.” But one factor outside anybody’s control is the weather, with persistent rain forecast for Bristol on Friday. Here’s all you need to know about when and where to watch Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match: When will Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match take place? Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match will take place on 7 June, 2019. Where will Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match be played? Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match will be played at County Ground in Bristol. What time will Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match begin? Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match will begin at 3.00 pm IST, with toss scheduled at 2:30 pm IST. Which TV channels will broadcast the French Open quarter-finals? The match will be telecast on the Star Sports network in both standard as well as HD format, with live streaming on Hotstar. You can also catch the live scores and updates on Firstpost.com. Squads: Sri Lanka: Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Suranga Lakmal , Isuru Udana , Lasith Malinga , Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera (wk), Nuwan Pradeep , Suranga Lakmal , Jeevan Mendis , Thisara Perera , Lahiru Thirimanne , Jeffrey Vandersay , Milinda Siriwardana , Avishka Fernando , Dhananjaya de Silva . Pakistan: Imam-ul-Haq , Fakhar Zaman , Babar Azam , Mohammad Hafeez , Shoaib Malik , Sarfaraz Ahmed (w/c), Imad Wasim , Shadab Khan , Hasan Ali , Mohammad Amir , Wahab Riaz , Haris Sohail , Asif Ali , Shaheen Afridi , Mohammad Hasnain With AFP inputs For all the latest news, opinions and analysis from ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, click here
Highlights, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match, Full Cricket Score: Match abandoned, teams share one point each
The match between the two Asian giants has been abandoned and as a result, Pakistan and Sri Lanka share a point each.
 "Highlights, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match, Full Cricket Score: Match abandoned, teams share one point each")
Here’s the confirmation:
Disappointing news from Bristol. #PAKvSL has been abandoned – both sides have been awarded a point. #WeHaveWeWill #LionsRoar #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/VyZlS6RVGx
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
The match has been called off without a ball bowled.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka will share a point each
Concerns still over a particular area on the ground. We might have an update soon…
So that one patch on the outfield is concerning the umpires. They are clearly unhappy with it. We have bright sunshine now but this game could still get called off. 45min to go before cut-off time and covers still on square. #CWC19 #PakvSL pic.twitter.com/AFgVTfQ8Qe
— Chetan Narula (@chetannarula) June 7, 2019
The fans have been waiting all day and then are pretty hopeful
Just look at the passion of these Pakistan fans!
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
They're not letting the rain dampen their spirits 👍 #WeHaveWeWill #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/Zas9XeGpF7
With the rain clearing up, the main concern for the officials is wet the outfield and more importantly the square.
There has been steady rain throughout the morning and early afternoon till about 2pm local time, the super soopers have been put to task as well.
More positive pictures coming in as the second inspection is currently underway
Are the blue skies here to stay? @ICC @cricketworldcup #PAKvSL pic.twitter.com/06jrHJyJ3O
— zainab abbas (@ZAbbasOfficial) June 7, 2019
We will be having another inspection at 19:45 IST
Another inspection will be taking place at 3:15.
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
Here’s the confirmation
Some positive news from Bristol – the rain has stopped, and we'll be having a pitch inspection at 2:30 pm. #PAKvSL #WeHaveWeWill #LionsRoar pic.twitter.com/XJX4XCCDNa
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
Some positive weather update from Bristol
Seems like rain has stopped. Could be a short break, because it's still very bleak. Ground staff getting busy... update at 2.30pm local time. #PAkvSL #CWC19
— Chetan Narula (@chetannarula) June 7, 2019
Meanwhile, commentators took some time off to play some cricket, in the commentary box!
Still pretty hard to get one past @GraemeSmith49!
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
The rain delay has allowed our commentators to stretch their legs and have their own little game 😀 😀 😀 pic.twitter.com/Oa7aLqLTGB
Cricket enthusiasts seem to be in a joyful mood despite the rain delay!
The weather may not be great – but the fans are still smiling. #PAKvSL #LionsRoar #WeHaveWeWill pic.twitter.com/TRT4eVIxZy
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
Still no news on cricket as we wait for the weather to clear.
Thunderstorms are predicted towards the south (Bristol included) with the possibility of localised flooding
Here's a look at the afternoon forecast:
— Met Office (@metoffice) June 7, 2019
🌧️ Heavy rain moving north
⚡️Thundery showers developing in the south, bringing the risk of localised flooding
🌤️ Brightest in the far north
Stay #weatheraware pic.twitter.com/K4AnFSkR1A
More bad news: According to the local papers the MeT department has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms which covers the whole of Bristol this afternoon
Most of the South West is affected by the alert which is in place from 2pm to 11pm (UK time)
So if you think you know your Waughs from Warnes and tell the difference between Koertzens from Kirstens and Holdings from Holders then now is the time to prove it.
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Currently we are approaching the 11 am mark in Bristol and yet there’s no signs of improvement and according to Bristol Post it is likely to get worse the MeT office forecast shows a 90 per cent chance of heavy rain from 8am to 2pm, with the chance rising to 95 per cent at times.
Things do improve briefly in the afternoon, with light rain showers from 3pm to 4pm.
There’s then a 60% chance of heavy showers from 5pm onwards.
Steady showers are expected throughout the day
A yellow severe weather warning for #thunderstorms has been issued https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/cinRFmuEzH
— Met Office (@metoffice) June 7, 2019
If this match gets washed out, it will be a huge setback for Pakistan’s chances of making it to the semi-finals. Following the victory over England, the spirits are high in the Pakistan camp. And they start as favourites against Sri Lanka. So, they would be gutted to share points in this fixture.
Furthermore, Pakistan are a team of momentum. Hence, a wash out here will break their rhythm.
Head to Head in ODIs:
Overall : Pakistan (90), Sri Lanka (58)
In ODI WCs : Pakistan (7), Sri Lanka (0)
Since 2015 : Pakistan (9), Sri Lanka (2)
Pakistan have won each of their last six ODIs against Sri Lanka.
Pakistan’s win over England in their last match was their first ever in their last 12 ODIs.
Seems like we are going to have a fair bit of delay!
Unfortunately it's not looking too pretty in Bristol ☔ #PAKvSL #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/pnlG9mO713
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 7, 2019
Sri Lanka meanwhile have big issues with their batting department that has been inconsistent.
Angelo Mathews needs to come up with a big contribution today. After two games, he is yet to open the account having been dismissed without scoring on both occasions.
Sri Lanka have never beaten Pakistan in a World Cup encounter and given their enviable record and excellent form, Pakistan should be firm
favourites to win this contest.
After a shaky start against the West Indies, Pakistan were on the money against hosts England
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