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Rain Threat Looms Ahead of India-Afghanistan First T20I

Rain Threat Looms Ahead of India-Afghanistan First T20I
India vs Afghanistan Delhi weather: Rain threat looms before IND vs AFG 1st T20I; how much will it affect the game? · livemint.com

India and Afghanistan are scheduled to play a T20 cricket match in New Delhi on Sunday.

The match will take place at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Weather officials expect some light rain and thunderstorms.

Another forecast says rain could last for about an hour.

It also gives a 33% chance of thunderstorms.

This does not mean the whole match will definitely be canceled.

However, rain could cause delays or interruptions.

Traffic near the stadium may also be slower because many spectators are expected.

Police have asked people to use approved routes, parking areas and taxi points.

Key facts

Venue
Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
Match
India vs Afghanistan, first T20I
Scheduled date
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Weather forecast
Light rain and thunderstorms are expected
Rain probability
AccuWeather forecasts about one hour of rain and a 33% thunderstorm probability
Cloud cover
AccuWeather forecasts 21% cloud cover
Traffic measures
Restrictions, diversions and parking regulations begin around the stadium from 2 PM IST

Quotes

Delhi Traffic Police

The Delhi law-enforcement agency responsible for traffic management around the stadium.

“In connection with the India–Afghanistan T20 Cricket Match at Arun Jaitley Stadium on 13.09.2026, traffic restrictions, diversions and parking regulations will be in place in and around the stadium area from 1400 hrs onwards.”
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“Commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance, avoid unnecessary travel through the match venue area, use alternate routes wherever feasible and follow the directions of traffic personnel.”
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