Cricket Poor weather leads to the cancellation of the second ODI between Afghanistan and Ireland in Sharjah.

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Meanwhile, the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 match between the UAE and Scotland in Dubai has been postponed.

Poor weather across the UAE disrupted two major international cricket fixtures on Saturday. The second ODI between Afghanistan and Ireland was called off, while the ICC ODI World Cup League 2 match between the UAE and Scotland was postponed .

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The UAE vs Scotland game in Dubai was postponed on Friday due to “bad weather conditions across the country” following a government directive. On Saturday, the Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed that persistent rain in Sharjah forced the cancellation of their match. ACB stated that the decision was made after discussions with the event’s technical committee, match officials, and ground staff. Afghanistan currently lead the series 1-0 after their 35-run win in the first ODI, and the final game is set for March 12 in Sharjah.

Local media reports indicated that the weather caused flight cancellations, with a yellow weather alert in place, forecasting worsening conditions. Thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy rain were reported in Abu Dhabi, and bus services between Dubai and Sharjah were suspended temporarily. However, marine transport services resumed later in Dubai after disruptions earlier in the day lisalavoie.