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Why Is India vs. Uruguay Suspended? Reason, New Start Time & Latest Update
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India vs. Uruguay has been temporarily suspended due to dangerous lightning, heavy rain and difficult weather conditions at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata today, Tuesday, October 6.
The international friendly kicked off as scheduled at 7:30 p.m. IST (2:00 p.m. UTC), but severe rain during the first half forced match officials to stop play. The decision was taken with player safety and the condition of the pitch in mind.
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Before the suspension, the game had already produced two goals. Darwin Núñez gave Uruguay the lead from the penalty spot in the 11th minute, before India responded through Anirudh Thapa in the 22nd minute. The score is currently India 1-1 Uruguay.
When Will India vs. Uruguay Resume After Suspension? New Start Time & Latest Updates
There is no official new start time yet. Match officials and stadium authorities are assessing the playing surface and weather conditions before deciding whether the game can safely continue.
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If conditions improve and the pitch becomes playable, India vs. Uruguay will resume from the point at which it was stopped in the first half. However, if the heavy rain continues and the field becomes waterlogged, officials could be forced to abandon the match or arrange a later date.
The latest update has the player back on the pitch. The match should restart very soon.
The suspension comes during India's final match of the international window, with the Blue Tigers facing their third major opponent after Panama and Brazil. Uruguay entered the fixture after a 4-1 win over South Korea.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Oct 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the Soccer section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
