The ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 is finally upon us the flagship competition begins on October 5 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Reigning champions England take the field on the opening day against last edition's runners-up New Zealand.
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The English cricket team were scheduled to play two warm-up games ahead of the grand competition. While their first match against India got washed out, they registered a 4-wicket win over Bangladesh in their second match.
The Black Caps won both their warm-up ties against Pakistan and South Africa.
In this article, The Sporting News provides you with a detailed report of the weather forecast in Ahmedabad ahead of the game at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Ahmedabad weather forecast for England vs New Zealand World Cup match
Thursday, October 5
The England vs New Zealand World Cup opener in Ahmedabad is likely to proceed uninterrupted as there is no rain predicted throughout the game.
Chances of rain interrupting England vs New Zealand
The fixture is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST. No rain is predicted throughout the day with the temperature rising to a maximum of 34 degrees at around 2:30 PM.
The chances of rainfall at different hours throughout the day are as follows:
- 2 PM: 0%
- 3 PM: 0%
- 4 PM: 0%
- 5 PM: 1%
- 6 PM: 1%
- 7 PM: 1%
- 8 PM: 2%
- 9 PM: 2%
- 10 PM: 2%
Weather forecast in Ahmedabad: What happens if England vs New Zealand is stopped by rain?
While there is hardly any chance of rain in Ahmedabad today, tf the match gets washed out due to rain, each team will get a point.
What time does England vs New Zealand World Cup match start?
The match will start at 2:00 PM IST in Ahmedabad.
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How to watch England vs New Zealand World Cup match?
Star Sports Network holds the broadcasting rights for the ODI World Cup 2023. All World Cup games, including England versus New Zealand will be live on Star Sports TV channels and Disney+ Hotstar
| Country | TV channel | Online streaming |
| India | Star Sports TV channels | Disney+ Hotstar |
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