A dramatic start by India was matched by a sustained assault from the rain gods, forcing their Asia Cup Super Four clash against Pakistan to be carried over to Monday’s hastily organised reserve day. India will resume their innings at 147 for two after 24.1 overs, weather permitting.

Sunday was a day of drama at the R Premadasa Stadium, starting with a late switch to India’s playing XI caused by back spasms to Shreyas Iyer shortly before the toss. Only just returning to competitive play after back surgery, this latest setback could have greater ramifications with the World Cup only 25 days away.