The Indian cricket team received a significant morale boost as Jasprit Bumrah rejoined their ranks ahead of the highly-anticipated clash against arch-rivals Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup. Bumrah's return comes after he took a brief break to celebrate the birth of his first child and missed the second league encounter against Nepal. With the stage set for a thrilling Super-four match, his presence is expected to add firepower to India's already formidable bowling line-up.

Bumrah, who departed Sri Lanka immediately after India's first game against Pakistan on 2nd September, arrived in Colombo early on Friday, eager to contribute to his team's quest for Asia Cup glory. Although he was absent for the Nepal match, his timely return aligns perfectly with India's first Super 4 contest, providing the team with the much-needed experience and skill in the crucial encounter.

On Friday evening, Bumrah is set to join his teammates for a practice session at the R Premadasa Stadium. However, the looming threat of adverse weather conditions could force the Indian team to practice indoors, as they did on Thursday, due to the recent trend of rainfall in Colombo. The unpredictable weather has been a cause for concern for both teams and fans alike, with heavy rain anticipated in the coming days.

Despite the uncertainties surrounding the weather, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting Sunday's showdown between India and Pakistan. As the cricketing world holds its breath in anticipation, the fate of the India-Pakistan clash remains in the hands of the weather gods. Cricket fans hope that the rain gods will be kind, allowing the players to showcase their skills and create yet another memorable chapter in the storied history of this iconic rivalry.