The event occurred during the 24th over when Rauf struck Rahul’s back thigh with a pitched delivery. Babar Azam and his team staged a remarkable comeback in the ongoing Asia Cup Super 4 match between India and Pakistan in Colombo.

Pakistan’s captain won the toss and chose to field first. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill then put together a partnership of 122 runs for the opening wicket, with both batsmen achieving their half-centuries. However, Pakistan’s momentum shifted when Shadab Khan and Shaheen Shah Afridi took quick wickets, dismissing both openers.

India reached 147/2 in 24.1 overs before rain interrupted play. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, making his comeback from injury, were at the crease. In a notable moment, Pakistan’s captain Babar and pacer Haris Rauf had an animated exchange over an LBW appeal against Rahul.

This incident occurred in the 24th over when Rauf’s delivery struck Rahul’s back thigh. While it seemed like the ball might have passed over the stumps, Rauf disagreed and even raised his finger. However, after being given not-out, Rauf consulted Babar for a review, Pakistan’s last one, but Babar believed the ball was missing the stumps.

Babar Azam admonishes Haris Rauf over DRS appeal

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In the process, Rauf nearly persuaded Babar to go for the review, but the Pakistan captain continued to signal that it was going over the stumps. Observing this exchange, both Rahul and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan couldn’t contain their laughter.

An on-air commentator remarked, ‘It’s clear it has to be high,’ as Rauf continued to urge Babar to take the review. In response, former Indian player Deep Dasgupta, also on-air, commented, ‘Babar is essentially scolding Haris Rauf; how can you even ask for it?’

As for the weather, although rain was expected to disrupt the match, it began under bright and clear skies, raising hopes of a full 50-over contest. However, torrential rain halted the game for over an hour. Fortunately, the latest update indicates that the rain has completely stopped, and ground staff are working hard to prepare the conditions. They are particularly focused on drying a large wet patch near mid-wicket.

The previous meeting between the two teams also ended without a result, as rain interfered with the game.

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