Temperature: 29°C (Feels like 32°C).

Sky: Clear with a light sea breeze.

Humidity: 65% - manageable, but starting to rise.

Temperature: 27°C.

Humidity: 78% - Heavy Dew Alert. The ball will likely become slippery, making it difficult for spinners to grip and fast bowlers to nail yorkers.

Temperature: 26°C.

Conditions: High humidity levels (above 82%). This significantly favors the team batting second, as the outfield will be wet and the ball will come onto the bat much faster.

Pitch & Playing Conditions

The Dew Factor: Experts suggest that the team winning the toss will almost certainly choose to bowl first.

Sea Breeze: The evening wind from the Arabian Sea might assist swing bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Jofra Archer in the first 4-5 overs before the dew settles in.

What Happens If It Rains?

While the forecast is clear, ICC has strict protocols for the knockouts:

Reserve Day: If a result isn't reached tonight, the match will move to Friday, March 6.

Minimum Play: At least 10 overs per side must be completed to constitute a match.

"Group Rank" Rule: In the unlikely event of a total washout on both days, England will qualify for the final because they finished higher in their respective Super 8 group compared to India.

Minimum Play: At least 10 overs per side must be completed to constitute a match.

"Group Rank" Rule: In the unlikely event of a total washout on both days, England will qualify for the final because they finished higher in their respective Super 8 group compared to India.