Rain has played a major role in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. There was a lot of controversy during the semi-finals due to semi-final 1 having a reserve day, while semi-final 2 only had 250 minutes of extra time on the same day to complete the match. ICC has said that due to the tight schedule of the T20 World Cup 2024, certain compromises were made.
The India vs England semi-final was plagued by the rain, but the game was completed, and we got a deserved finalist. India defeated England by 68 runs to set up the final clash against South Africa. However, fans are now wondering about the provisions of reserve day, extra time and more for the T20 World Cup 2024 final between India and South Africa. Here, we have answered all the burning questions regarding the rain in the final.
When and Where is the T20 World Cup 2024 Final between India and South Africa?
The T20 World Cup 2024 final between India and South Africa is scheduled to be played at the Kensington Oval ground in Bridgetown, Barbados, on 29th June 2024. The match will start at 8:00 PM IST. It will be available to stream live on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. One can also tune in to the Star Sports TV Channel to watch the match.
What is the Probability of Rain during the T20 World Cup 2024 Final?
There is a huge chance of rain interrupting the match between India and South Africa at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. According to the current estimates, there is an 80% probability of rain during the game. However, the probability could change in the next few hours.
Is there a Reserve Day for India vs South Africa, T20 World Cup 2024 Final?
Fortunately, the ICC has planned a backup day for the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. If, for any unexpected reason, the match cannot be played on the originally scheduled day, it will be held on Sunday, June 30, 2024, instead. This ensures that there’s another chance to play the final and determine the champion if the weather interferes on the first day.
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What Happens if the T20 World Cup 2024 Final Reserve Day is Washed Out?
If bad weather affects the reserve day of the T20 World Cup final and the match cannot be played, the two finalist teams, India and South Africa, will be declared joint champions of the tournament. This happened before in the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy, where India and Sri Lanka were named joint winners because the final match was washed out due to heavy rain.
This rule applies if the game ends in a tie and a Super Over cannot be played due to weather conditions in Barbados. It also applies if the match is abandoned without any result being decided.
What is the Minimum Number of Overs Required for a Result in the T20 World Cup 2024 Final?
In the final of the T20 World Cup 2024, each team must play at least 10 overs for the match to count. This is stricter than the Super 8 and group stage matches, where only 5 overs per side were needed for a result.
Having a minimum of 10 overs ensures that both teams have enough time to show their skills and plans. It makes sure that the match isn’t decided by luck in just a few overs of play. This rule helps make the competition fairer and more balanced for all teams involved.
