The town of Kandy is abuzz with today’s India v Pakistan Asia Cup clash. Locals can’t wait to get to the ground, but they have literally paid a high prize for their Saturday entertainment at Pallekele. Ditto fans who have flown in from India and Pakistan. More of money talk later.

Accommodation has also been a problem for visiting fans. It is learnt that certain hotels are requesting guests to share with unknown people amidst a No Rooms scenario all over Kandy.