In the last Champions Trophy match between Bangladesh and Pakistan, the relentless rain in Rawalpindi did not allow a single ball to be played. However, the two teams faced each other in a three-match T20 series in May-June. The match was a forgettable one for the Tigers (3-0). This time, Pakistan has come to play the series in Bangladesh. However, the weather is turning ugly on the opening day of the series, and the forecast is also disappointing.

Bangladesh and Pakistan will play the first T20I of the series at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur today (Sunday) at 6 pm. And there is a possibility of rain at that time. The Meteorological Office said that light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds are likely to occur in many places in Rangpur, Mymensingh, Chittagong and Sylhet divisions and some places in Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna and Barisal divisions by 6 pm today.

Apart from this, the countrywide forecast released by the Meteorological Department yesterday has stated that a low pressure area may form in the North Bay of Bengal within the next five days, i.e. by July 24. The low pressure may accumulate energy and condense. However, it is unlikely to turn into a cyclone, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department said.

Meanwhile, the weather forecasting site 'AccuWeather' has also reported the possibility of rain in Dhaka today. It has mentioned that the sky will be cloudy almost the whole day and has predicted rain with thunder - around 12 noon, 4 pm and 5 pm. Already, gusty rain has been seen in several places in Dhaka before 11 am. According to the forecast, even if it rains in the afternoon, it should not cause any problems in the Bangladesh-Pakistan match. The drainage system in Mirpur in particular has always been of high quality.

However, the proper conduct of the game depends on the presence of water on the outfield. Although there is uncertainty about the game starting on time if there is no rain in the evening, there is little chance of cricket fans returning disappointed from the field.