What Are Rain Rules For IND vs SA Final Of T20 World Cup 2024?

The T20 World Cup 2024 final is set to be a thrilling encounter between India and South Africa at the iconic Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. With weather forecasts predicting potential rain disruptions, understanding the rain rules becomes crucial. Here are the key insights into what will happen if rain interrupts the highly anticipated final on June 29, and how the reserve day provisions aim to ensure a fair conclusion to the tournament.

Zee Media Bureau | Jun 29, 2024, 08:04 AM IST

The T20 World Cup 2024 final is set to be a thrilling encounter between India and South Africa at the iconic Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. With weather forecasts predicting potential rain disruptions, understanding the rain rules becomes crucial. Here are the key insights into what will happen if rain interrupts the highly anticipated final on June 29, and how the reserve day provisions aim to ensure a fair conclusion to the tournament.

 

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Reserve Day Provision

Reserve Day Provision

The T20 World Cup 2024 final has a reserve day scheduled for June 30, ensuring the match can continue if rain disrupts play on June 29.  

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Minimum Overs Requirement

Minimum Overs Requirement

To constitute a valid match in the knockout stages, each team must bowl a minimum of 10 overs, unless a result is achieved earlier.  

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Match Completion Window

Match Completion Window

An additional 190 minutes are allocated for completing the match on the scheduled day if rain interrupts play, maximizing the chances of a full game.  

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Match Continuation Rules

Match Continuation Rules

If the match cannot be completed on June 29, it will resume on June 30 from where it left off, maintaining continuity and fairness.  

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Super Over Provision

Super Over Provision

If the match ends in a tie, a Super Over will decide the winner. If the Super Over cannot be conducted due to weather, the teams will share the trophy.  

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Teams’ Performance

Teams’ Performance

India, led by Rohit Sharma, and South Africa, captained by Aiden Markram, reached the final after impressive victories, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the T20 World Cup 2024.

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Joint Winners Scenario

Joint Winners Scenario

In case weather conditions prevent the completion of both the match and the Super Over on the reserve day, India and South Africa will be declared joint winners.  

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Weather Forecast for June 29

Weather Forecast for June 29

Bridgetown, Barbados is expected to be cloudy with showers and thunderstorms. However, playing hours may remain mostly uninterrupted, with precipitation chances between 20% and 47%.  

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Weather Forecast for June 30

Weather Forecast for June 30

The forecast for the reserve day includes cloudy and humid conditions with occasional rain and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon, potentially affecting play.  

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Venue Details

Venue Details

The final is set to be played at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM local time, providing ample daylight for potential rain delays.  

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