Who will reach IPL final if qualifier 2 is washed out?
Rain has once again crept into the IPL storyline as Qualifier 2 between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians faces a delay at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Let’s look at Who will reach IPL final if qualifier 2 is washed out?
While there was little forecast of major disruption, persistent drizzle has kept the players off the field, casting a shadow over this crucial knockout clash. As fans wait anxiously, the looming question is: what happens if the rain refuses to relent, and Qualifier 2 is eventually abandoned?
While conditions initially looked promising, rain has played hide and seek for over an hour, causing a frustrating delay.
The IPL rules provide 120 minutes of additional time to get the match underway. If play doesn’t start within that extended window, overs will begin to be deducted. But what if no ball is bowled at all? That’s where the league standings come into play.
Who will qualify for IPL final if qualifier 2 is washed out?
In the event of a complete washout, Punjab Kings will automatically qualify for the final, thanks to their superior position in the league table.
The Kings topped the standings with 19 points from 14 matches, securing the top spot ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. Mumbai, on the other hand, scraped into the playoffs by finishing fourth with 16 points.
Punjab had earlier suffered a setback in Qualifier 1, losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who have already sealed their place in the final. Mumbai, meanwhile, earned their shot at Qualifier 2 after defeating Gujarat Titans by 20 runs in the Eliminator.
There is no reserve day for Qualifier 2, which means if rain forces an abandonment, the league’s tie-breaking criteria will be enforced. In contrast, the final. scheduled for Tuesday at the same venue, does have a reserve day, just like the 2023 final that stretched over two days due to heavy showers, which game was won by Chennai Super Kings.
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