The weather could play a key role in the final. According to AccuWeather, there is a strong chance of rain showers between 4 PM and 7 PM, with over 50% probability of precipitation. The evening temperature is expected to hover around 25°C, and cloudy conditions may persist throughout the match.
Humidity levels are likely to be high, which means dew could significantly influence the second innings. As a result, the toss might become a decisive factor, with teams preferring to bowl first under lights.
The DY Patil Stadium has hosted four matches so far in this World Cup. In the earlier games, Sri Lanka defended 203 runs against Bangladesh, and India defeated New Zealand by 53 runs at the same venue. One of India’s matches against Bangladesh, however, was abandoned due to rain.
Notably, the semifinal between India and Australia at this ground saw Team India chase down a massive 339-run target, marking the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history. Given the batting-friendly conditions, another high-scoring contest could be on the cards if the weather permits a full match.
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