New York, June 9 (Reporter) The highly anticipated cricket match between India and Pakistan saw an initial delay due to weather conditions, but the excitement remains palpable as Pakistan won the toss and opted to field here on Sunday. The toss, initially postponed due to rain, finally took place at 8 PM IST, with the match scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM IST. Fortunately, no overs will be lost despite the earlier weather-induced delay. Babar Azam, the captain of the Pakistan team, cited weather conditions and pitch moisture as the reasons for choosing to bowl first. "We will bowl first because of the weather and moisture in the pitch. The conditions suit us, we have four fast bowlers. We will try to use it to our best. Past is past, we are looking forward to today's match, we are ready and will give our 100%. Always a big game, our confidence is always high for India vs Pakistasn. Azam Khan is resting," Babar Azam remarked, emphasizing their preparation and strategic approach. India captain Rohit Sharma, although preferring to bowl first, expressed readiness to adapt. "Would've bowled first too. We need to assess how conditions play and come up with an idea of what a good score is. Those games have helped us assess conditions here. We've spoken about what we need to do as a batting unit to get a good score and then we've got the bowling unit to defend. "Every game is important in a World Cup, you can't just show up. Anything can happen. We're sticking to the same XI," Rohit stated, highlighting the team's strategic discussions and confidence. Despite the delay, the atmosphere at the stadium is electric, with stands filled with enthusiastic supporters. Players from both teams utilized the time to warm up on the field, as the weather gradually improved. The presence of cricket legends Chris Gayle, Yuvraj Singh, and Sachin Tendulkar added to the excitement, with Gayle notably dressed in a suit featuring tri-color sleeves. Gayle’s interactions with the Indian players, including obtaining autographs from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, created a buzz among fans. The umpires decided to delay the toss after a ground inspection at 7:50 PM IST, discussing the situation with Rohit and head coach Rahul Dravid. As the covers came off, the anticipation for the match only grew, with the improving weather offering hope for an uninterrupted game. The stands remain vibrant with supporters eagerly awaiting the start of the match, showcasing their unwavering enthusiasm despite the weather challenges. The presence of cricket icons and the improving conditions have only added to the anticipation and excitement surrounding this iconic clash...////...