Torrential rain washed out the warm-up match between hosts India and reigning 50-overs World Cup champions England in Guwahati on Saturday, while the clash between Australia and the Netherlands in Thiruvananthapuram was delayed due to a wet outfield.
The rain began shortly after India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat, and it continued to prevent play at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in northeastern India.
England may well not mind, however, after spending nearly 38 hours travelling from London to Guwahati with lengthy layovers in between. India play the Netherlands on Tuesday before heading into the showpiece event, where they are targeting their third title.
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