After 52 gruelling encounters in the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA, the stage is set for the semifinals. India, defending champions England, Afghanistan and South Africa are in&nbsp;the last four. While South Africa and Afghanistan will lock horns in the first semifinal in Trinidad on Wednesday (June 26, local time), India and England will meet in the second semifinal on Thursday (June 27) in Guyana. The cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the two semis with one eye on the weather.

<h2>What happens if the two semis are affected by rain?</h2>

It is to be noted that there is a reserve day for the first semifinal, between the Afghans and unbeaten Aiden Markram-led South Africa. However, the second semifinal between India and England doesn't have a reserve day. However, four extra hours will be added, if need be, to determine a result. In case both the semifinals are entirely washed out, India and South Africa -- the two unbeaten teams in the ongoing 20-nation tournament -- will meet in the final for topping their respective groups in the Super 8s. Markram-led Proteas topped Group 2, comprising co-hosts West Indies, England and USA, whereas Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. topped Group 1, which also included Australia, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.

It is to be noted that the weather forecast for the India-England semifinal is not encouraging.&nbsp;There is high possibility of thundershowers during the high-voltage clash, having no reserve day.

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<h2>What happens if even the final is washed out?</h2>

The summit clash will be held at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday (June 29). The big-ticket finale has a reserve day in store. However, if still there is no result possible, with rain likely to make its presence felt, then both the finalists will be declared joint-winners.&nbsp;

In the history of all ICC events, only once have two teams ended as joint-winners; during the 2002 Champions Trophy when both India and hosts Sri Lanka got a hand at the trophy.

After 52 gruelling encounters in the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA, the stage is set for the semifinals. India, defending champions England, Afghanistan and South Africa are in the last four.

After 52 gruelling encounters in the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in West Indies and the USA, the stage is set for the semifinals. India, defending champions England, Afghanistan and South Africa are in the last four. While South Africa and Afghanistan will lock horns in the first semifinal in Trinidad on Wednesday (June 26, local time), India and England will meet in the second semifinal on Thursday (June 27) in Guyana. The cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the two semis with one eye on the weather. What happens if the two semis are affected by rain? It is to be noted that there is a reserve day for the first semifinal, between the Afghans and unbeaten Aiden Markram-led South Africa. However, the second semifinal between India and England doesn't have a reserve day. However, four extra hours will be added, if need be, to determine a result. In case both the semifinals are entirely washed out, India and South Africa -- the two unbeaten teams in the ongoing 20-nation tournament -- will meet in the final for topping their respective groups in the Super 8s. Markram-led Proteas topped Group 2, comprising co-hosts West Indies, England and USA, whereas Rohit Sharma & Co. topped Group 1, which also included Australia, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. It is to be noted that the weather forecast for the India-England semifinal is not encouraging. There is high possibility of thundershowers during the high-voltage clash, having no reserve day. Also read: Former England cricketer SLAMS ICC, asks them to scrap 'FIXED' India vs Pakistan fixtures in mega events What happens if even the final is washed out? The summit clash will be held at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday (June 29). The big-ticket finale has a reserve day in store. However, if still there is no result possible, with rain likely to make its presence felt, then both the finalists will be declared joint-winners. In the history of all ICC events, only once have two teams ended as joint-winners; during the 2002 Champions Trophy when both India and hosts Sri Lanka got a hand at the trophy.

T20 WC 2024: EXPLAINED! What if both semifinals wash out? Who wins in case final is also called off?

The addition of the reserve solely for the India-Pakistan Super Four game in the Asia Cup 2023 has irked quite a few people, including the former World Cup-winning captain from Sri Lanka, Arjuna Ranatunga. While there was no stipulation of having an additional reserve day for this marquee clash earlier, the ACC, in consultation with the BCCI, PCB and remaining boards, decided to add one midway into the tournament.

With rains forecasted to play a spoilsport during the India-Pakistan Super Four tie in Colombo, given their match earlier suffered the same fate, the ACC, out of nowhere, added a reserve day for this marquee clash that paid dividends as the game got its result with India winning the tie with 228 runs.

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Seemingly upset with BCCI and ACC’s bossiness over tweaking rules as per their convenience, Ranatunga slammed the cricket’s governing body for not taking any stand over the powerful cricket boards sidelining other teams in the same competition. Speaking to PTI at an event, the former Sri Lanka veteran said,

"You take the Asia Cup. You have rules before the tournament, but before that one game, they changed the rules," Ranatunga was quoted by PTI as saying during an interaction with members of the media. "Where is ACC? Where is ICC? I am not very comfortable when you have a tournament where you change the rules for one team. You are looking at a disaster in the future.”

Ranatunga tore into ICC’s stance on the same, adding everyone cares about their positions and wants to fill pockets, putting the interest of the game in the backseat.

"I feel very sad for ICC and ACC because they just want to hold the positions. Former cricketers too don't open, simply because they need the bucks,” he added.

<h2>'ICC just talks rubbish'</h2>

Ranatunga said that given how quickly things unfolded during the Asia Cup, he wouldn’t be surprised to see if any such thing happens during the India-Pakistan match during the World Cup 2023.

"I won't be surprised if they change the rule before the India-Pakistan game [at the upcoming ODI World Cup]," Ranatunga went on. "ICC will keep their mouth shut and say 'Okay, do it'. ICC just talks rubbish, nothing happens."

Ranatunga asked why other boards kept quiet when the announcement for the reserve day was made. He added that the Indian board is powerful and can get away with it.

"Why do the other countries allow that to happen? Because the BCCI is powerful, or one particular person is powerful. No, it can't happen like that. They should have given an extra day for all the games if that was the case," Ranatunga added.

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The addition of the reserve solely for the India-Pakistan Super Four game in the Asia Cup 2023 has irked quite a few people, including the former World Cup-winning captain from Sri Lanka, Arjuna Ranatunga.

The addition of the reserve solely for the India-Pakistan Super Four game in the Asia Cup 2023 has irked quite a few people, including the former World Cup-winning captain from Sri Lanka, Arjuna Ranatunga. While there was no stipulation of having an additional reserve day for this marquee clash earlier, the ACC, in consultation with the BCCI, PCB and remaining boards, decided to add one midway into the tournament. With rains forecasted to play a spoilsport during the India-Pakistan Super Four tie in Colombo, given their match earlier suffered the same fate, the ACC, out of nowhere, added a reserve day for this marquee clash that paid dividends as the game got its result with India winning the tie with 228 runs. ALSO READ: ICC’s non-satisfactory review of Dharamsala outfield raises concerns for BCCI as World Cup start nears Seemingly upset with BCCI and ACC’s bossiness over tweaking rules as per their convenience, Ranatunga slammed the cricket’s governing body for not taking any stand over the powerful cricket boards sidelining other teams in the same competition. Speaking to PTI at an event, the former Sri Lanka veteran said, "You take the Asia Cup. You have rules before the tournament, but before that one game, they changed the rules," Ranatunga was quoted by PTI as saying during an interaction with members of the media. "Where is ACC? Where is ICC? I am not very comfortable when you have a tournament where you change the rules for one team. You are looking at a disaster in the future.” Ranatunga tore into ICC’s stance on the same, adding everyone cares about their positions and wants to fill pockets, putting the interest of the game in the backseat. "I feel very sad for ICC and ACC because they just want to hold the positions. Former cricketers too don't open, simply because they need the bucks,” he added. 'ICC just talks rubbish' Ranatunga said that given how quickly things unfolded during the Asia Cup, he wouldn’t be surprised to see if any such thing happens during the India-Pakistan match during the World Cup 2023. "I won't be surprised if they change the rule before the India-Pakistan game [at the upcoming ODI World Cup]," Ranatunga went on. "ICC will keep their mouth shut and say 'Okay, do it'. ICC just talks rubbish, nothing happens." Ranatunga asked why other boards kept quiet when the announcement for the reserve day was made. He added that the Indian board is powerful and can get away with it. "Why do the other countries allow that to happen? Because the BCCI is powerful, or one particular person is powerful. No, it can't happen like that. They should have given an extra day for all the games if that was the case," Ranatunga added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

ICC just talks rubbish, nothing happens: Ranatunga slams rule-change for India-Pakistan game in Asia Cup

Pakistan have been dealt a major blow on the reserve day of the Super Four clash of Asia Cup versus India on Monday (September 11). As play resumed on Monday, news broke out that Haris Rauf, Pakistan's express pacer, will not be bowling for the remainder of the Indian innings due to a precautionary measure.

Morne Morkel, Pakistan's bowling consultant, told the broadcasters, "He (Haris Rauf) started feeling his oblique muscle last night. He had a scan and it revealed some inflammation. With the World Cup round the corner, it is precautionary and we'll have to use the other boys to fill the overs. About yesterday's bowling, I felt that we weren't on the money from the get-go, and that's why we were hit for a few runs."

Rauf bowled five overs and conceded only 27 overs on Sunday (September 10) after Babar Azam-led Men in Green opted to bowl first in the Super Four clash. With him not bowling any further and Shaheen Afridi being out of sorts, Pakistan have struggled to contain the run-flow in the ongoing contest. They have used part-timer Iftikhar Ahmed, who has been taken to the cleaners by KL Rahul and Virat Kohli on the reserve day.&nbsp;

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Talking more about the clash, India rode on an impressive 121-run opening stand between half-centurions Rohit Sharma (56) and Shubman Gill (56) to take their side off to a flier. Post their departures, Kohli and Rahul have taken the score forward as the Men in Blue are on course for a big score in their opening contest of the Super Four round.&nbsp;

Speaking about Rauf, he was reportedly spotted carrying&nbsp;a water bag heater concealed under his shirt close to be abdomen and side. Thus, it might be a side strain for the pacer. The Men in Green have one more game left in the Super Four, locking horns with Sri Lanka on Thursday (September 14) in Colombo. Hence, they will keep a close watch on Rauf's fitness going forward in the multi-nation competition.

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Pakistan have been dealt a major blow on the reserve day of the Super Four clash of Asia Cup versus India on Monday (September 11). As play resumed on Monday, news broke out that Haris Rauf, Pakistan's express pacer, will not be bowling for the remainder of the Indian innings due to a precautionary measure. Morne Morkel, Pakistan's bowling consultant, told the broadcasters, "He (Haris Rauf) started feeling his oblique muscle last night. He had a scan and it revealed some inflammation. With the World Cup round the corner, it is precautionary and we'll have to use the other boys to fill the overs. About yesterday's bowling, I felt that we weren't on the money from the get-go, and that's why we were hit for a few runs." Rauf bowled five overs and conceded only 27 overs on Sunday (September 10) after Babar Azam-led Men in Green opted to bowl first in the Super Four clash. With him not bowling any further and Shaheen Afridi being out of sorts, Pakistan have struggled to contain the run-flow in the ongoing contest. They have used part-timer Iftikhar Ahmed, who has been taken to the cleaners by KL Rahul and Virat Kohli on the reserve day. Also read: Ravi Shastri explains why Dubai was deprived of hosting Asia Cup despite persistent rain in Sri Lanka Talking more about the clash, India rode on an impressive 121-run opening stand between half-centurions Rohit Sharma (56) and Shubman Gill (56) to take their side off to a flier. Post their departures, Kohli and Rahul have taken the score forward as the Men in Blue are on course for a big score in their opening contest of the Super Four round. Speaking about Rauf, he was reportedly spotted carrying a water bag heater concealed under his shirt close to be abdomen and side. Thus, it might be a side strain for the pacer. The Men in Green have one more game left in the Super Four, locking horns with Sri Lanka on Thursday (September 14) in Colombo. Hence, they will keep a close watch on Rauf's fitness going forward in the multi-nation competition. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Asia Cup: Express Pak bowler recuses himself from bowling on reserve day in India vs Pak Super Four clash

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has blasted the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) decision to add a reserve day for the India-Pakistan tie in the Super Four stage. The game is scheduled to be played in Colombo on Sunday, September 10 and is under a cloud of rain. There were discussions to shift the venue but that didn't materialise and after that came the decision to add extra day.

It is also to be noted that the group stage game between India and Pakistan was curtailed due to rain and only one innings could take place. The group stage match, however, had happened in Kandy. Nonetheless, the decision hasn't gone down well with Prasad who called it a 'absolute mockery.'

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"If true this is absolute shamelessness. The organisers have made a mockery and it is unethical to have a tournament with rules being different for the other two teams," wrote Prasad on his official social media handle X, formerly Twitter.

"In the name of justice, will only be fair if it is abandoned the first day, may it rain harder on the second day and these malicious plans not succeed," he further added. Have a look at the post here:

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The ACC, on Friday, September 8, had issued a statement to announce the decision of adding a reserve day for the India-Pakistan fixture.

"If adverse weather suspends play during the Pak vs India game, the match will continue on 11th September 2023 from the point it was suspended," the ACC had said in a statement.

The decision, however, has not gone down well with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh head coach. "Little surprised when I first heard, but at the same time we are not the organisers of the competition so not a lot we can do about that," said Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood.

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Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has blasted the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) decision to add a reserve day for the India-Pakistan tie in the Super Four stage.

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has blasted the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) decision to add a reserve day for the India-Pakistan tie in the Super Four stage. The game is scheduled to be played in Colombo on Sunday, September 10 and is under a cloud of rain. There were discussions to shift the venue but that didn't materialise and after that came the decision to add extra day. It is also to be noted that the group stage game between India and Pakistan was curtailed due to rain and only one innings could take place. The group stage match, however, had happened in Kandy. Nonetheless, the decision hasn't gone down well with Prasad who called it a 'absolute mockery.' Also Read: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam fires WARNING ahead of Super Four game against India "If true this is absolute shamelessness. The organisers have made a mockery and it is unethical to have a tournament with rules being different for the other two teams," wrote Prasad on his official social media handle X, formerly Twitter. "In the name of justice, will only be fair if it is abandoned the first day, may it rain harder on the second day and these malicious plans not succeed," he further added. Have a look at the post here: If true this is absolute shamelessness this. The organisers have made a mockery and it is unethical to have a tournament with rules being different for the other two teams. In the name of justice, will only be fair if it is abandoned the first day, may it rain harder on the… https://t.co/GPQGmdo1Zx — Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) September 8, 2023 × The ACC, on Friday, September 8, had issued a statement to announce the decision of adding a reserve day for the India-Pakistan fixture. "If adverse weather suspends play during the Pak vs India game, the match will continue on 11th September 2023 from the point it was suspended," the ACC had said in a statement. The decision, however, has not gone down well with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh head coach. "Little surprised when I first heard, but at the same time we are not the organisers of the competition so not a lot we can do about that," said Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Asia Cup: Former India pacer BLASTS ACC's decision to add reserve day for India-Pakistan fixture

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) added a reserve day for India vs. Pakistan Super Four match in Colombo, to be played on Sunday, September 10, and Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha is seemingly unhappy with this selective call. Outside of the final on September 17, the India-Pakistan marquee clash is the only other game to get a reserve day, bypassing the remaining two teams – co-host Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

Speaking to the media ahead of his side’s first Super Four match against Sri Lanka in Colombo – a city facing&nbsp;rainfall during this peak monsoon season, Hathurusingha said these selective calls around reserve day are not ideal, and if it has been offered for one game, it must be there for all games.

Since the first game between arch-rivals played in Kandy got washed out, the PCB, in coordination with the ACC, were said to look into alternate venues for Super Four stages to avoid games more suffering the same fate. With the players and the broadcasters reluctant to travel to Hambantota and Dambulla (optional venues), the ACC remained confined to Colombo as the final venue for the remaining matches.

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"I'm sure there is a technical committee, represented by every participating countries, six nations. So, they must have decided with some other reason. Yes, it's not ideal. We would love to have an extra day as well. Other than that, I don't have much comment on that because they have made a decision," Hathurusingha said.

"We haven't spoken about that [reserve day] because once you've made a decision, we don't have much say. So, if we were consulted before, we would have our comment, but because it's already made, I don't have any concern. And we just get on with what we were asked. I haven't seen this kind of thing in another tournament. Changing rules in the middle of the tournament, so that's the new thing I can add to that," the head coach added.

<h2>Hathurusingha concentrated on SL game despite the reserve-day drama</h2>

The Bangladesh head coach remains concerned about the big game against Sri Lanka, an opposition against whom they suffered a defeat earlier in the tournament. Even in match-winner Shanto's absence, Hathurusingha believes his side can deliver against the Asian giants.

"We're very much aware of what happened in the past. But we have been playing good cricket. So, we have to play in a very different condition from the last two or three games against different opposition.”

"So, it's a big challenge for us, but we talk about how we are much more capable than what we have shown here. So, the inconsistency is the one we need to address. And then we actually talk about that and looking forward to having a good show," said Hathurusingha.

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The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) added a reserve day for India vs. Pakistan Super Four match in Colombo, to be played on Sunday, September 10, and Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha is seemingly unhappy with this selective call.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) added a reserve day for India vs. Pakistan Super Four match in Colombo, to be played on Sunday, September 10, and Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha is seemingly unhappy with this selective call. Outside of the final on September 17, the India-Pakistan marquee clash is the only other game to get a reserve day, bypassing the remaining two teams – co-host Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Speaking to the media ahead of his side’s first Super Four match against Sri Lanka in Colombo – a city facing rainfall during this peak monsoon season, Hathurusingha said these selective calls around reserve day are not ideal, and if it has been offered for one game, it must be there for all games. Since the first game between arch-rivals played in Kandy got washed out, the PCB, in coordination with the ACC, were said to look into alternate venues for Super Four stages to avoid games more suffering the same fate. With the players and the broadcasters reluctant to travel to Hambantota and Dambulla (optional venues), the ACC remained confined to Colombo as the final venue for the remaining matches. ALSO READ: ICC rates IND-WI 1st Test pitch ‘below average’, venue receive one demerit point "I'm sure there is a technical committee, represented by every participating countries, six nations. So, they must have decided with some other reason. Yes, it's not ideal. We would love to have an extra day as well. Other than that, I don't have much comment on that because they have made a decision," Hathurusingha said. "We haven't spoken about that [reserve day] because once you've made a decision, we don't have much say. So, if we were consulted before, we would have our comment, but because it's already made, I don't have any concern. And we just get on with what we were asked. I haven't seen this kind of thing in another tournament. Changing rules in the middle of the tournament, so that's the new thing I can add to that," the head coach added. Hathurusingha concentrated on SL game despite the reserve-day drama The Bangladesh head coach remains concerned about the big game against Sri Lanka, an opposition against whom they suffered a defeat earlier in the tournament. Even in match-winner Shanto's absence, Hathurusingha believes his side can deliver against the Asian giants. "We're very much aware of what happened in the past. But we have been playing good cricket. So, we have to play in a very different condition from the last two or three games against different opposition.” "So, it's a big challenge for us, but we talk about how we are much more capable than what we have shown here. So, the inconsistency is the one we need to address. And then we actually talk about that and looking forward to having a good show," said Hathurusingha. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Asia Cup: Selective addition of ‘reserve day’ rule surprises Bangladesh head coach ahead of Sri Lanka tie

A reserve day has been added to the India vs. Pakistan Super Four game scheduled on September 10 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With this, the India-Pakistan tie will only be the second match in this tournament outside of the final (on September 17 in Colombo) to have a reserve day. However, the said change to the playing conditions has not been announced publicly by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). &nbsp;

During both games, with a provision for a reserve day, efforts would be made to ensure the match ends on the scheduled date, even if it means cutting down on overs in case of rainfall. If the situation comes and the reserve day needs to be taken, the game will begin from where it paused the previous day.

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Earlier, during the Group A match between both teams in Pallekele on &nbsp;September 2, the game got washed out. Although there were interruptions even during India's innings, after the end of the match, rain took over the proceedings as the match was abandoned. In India's next Group game against Nepal at the same venue, the rain trimmed down the contest as India chased down a modest total with ten wickets.

Since the forecast for Sunday and next week shows thunderstorms throughout, the PCB - the original host of the Asia Cup 2023, planned to move the games out of Colombo to Hambantota. The ACC in its revert, informed all stakeholders the request to shift games has been turned down as Colombo will stage all Super Four matches and the final.

<h2>Sunday game between IND-PAK under rain threat</h2>

Much like the first game between arch-rivals, their next scheduled encounter could suffer the same fate as the rain threat looms over the marquee clash with up to 90% chance of precipitation.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India's ace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will return to the ODI side. Though he was there in the XI for the Pakistan Group game, he didn't get to bowl. The right-handed seamer returned home for the birth of his first child and rejoined the Indian in the lead-up to the star-studded clash in Colombo.

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A reserve day has been added to the India vs. Pakistan Super Four game scheduled on September 10 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With this, the India-Pakistan tie will only be the second match in this tournament outside of the final (on September 17 in Colombo) to have a reserve day.

A reserve day has been added to the India vs. Pakistan Super Four game scheduled on September 10 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With this, the India-Pakistan tie will only be the second match in this tournament outside of the final (on September 17 in Colombo) to have a reserve day. However, the said change to the playing conditions has not been announced publicly by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). During both games, with a provision for a reserve day, efforts would be made to ensure the match ends on the scheduled date, even if it means cutting down on overs in case of rainfall. If the situation comes and the reserve day needs to be taken, the game will begin from where it paused the previous day. ALSO READ: There is a plan in place: Rejuvenated Ben Stokes on dealing with troubled knee injury following CWC Earlier, during the Group A match between both teams in Pallekele on September 2, the game got washed out. Although there were interruptions even during India's innings, after the end of the match, rain took over the proceedings as the match was abandoned. In India's next Group game against Nepal at the same venue, the rain trimmed down the contest as India chased down a modest total with ten wickets. Since the forecast for Sunday and next week shows thunderstorms throughout, the PCB - the original host of the Asia Cup 2023, planned to move the games out of Colombo to Hambantota. The ACC in its revert, informed all stakeholders the request to shift games has been turned down as Colombo will stage all Super Four matches and the final. Sunday game between IND-PAK under rain threat Much like the first game between arch-rivals, their next scheduled encounter could suffer the same fate as the rain threat looms over the marquee clash with up to 90% chance of precipitation. Meanwhile, India's ace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will return to the ODI side. Though he was there in the XI for the Pakistan Group game, he didn't get to bowl. The right-handed seamer returned home for the birth of his first child and rejoined the Indian in the lead-up to the star-studded clash in Colombo. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Asia Cup 2023: Reserve day added to India vs Pakistan Super Four game in Colombo

After a washout on Sunday (May 28), the IPL 2023 final kicked off on the reserve day on Monday evening (May 29) in Ahmedabad. With rain predicted for sometime in the latter stage, MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and opted to bowl first versus defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT). The home side rode on in-form Shubman Gill's 20-ball 39, Wriddhiman Saha's 54 (39), and Sai Sudharsan's breathtaking 47-ball 96 to post 214/4. In reply, CSK got a revised target of 171 in 15 overs and won it on the last ball with five wickets in hand.

The game started with two tight overs from Deepak Chahar and Tushar Deshpande before Gill and Saha took their chances. Gill was dropped off Tushar, by Chahar, and the in-form youngster made the most of his chances with some sublime strokes whereas Saha quietly upped the ante while the duo also ran hard between wickets. Against the run of play, Gill was stumped courtesy of MS Dhoni's brilliance but GT were off to a flier, being 67 for 1 in 7 overs.&nbsp;

Sudarshan came in at No. 3 and rotated strike as Saha continued to score runs before falling for a 39-ball 54. The left-hander took over from thereon and smashed every bowler in the death overs with some superb shots along with some innovation from time to time. The uncapped Indian batter returned with a 47-ball 96 along with Hardik ending with a 12-ball 21*.&nbsp;

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<h2>Revised target: 171 off 15 overs</h2>

CSK's run-chase started with Ruturaj Gaikwad's well-timed cover drive before rain played its presence felt. After a lengthy delay due to rain and wet outfield, the match resumed at 12:10 AM IST with a revised target; 171 in 15-over contest.&nbsp;Both Ruturaj and Devon Conway started off on a positive note, slamming the pacers while also attacking Rashid Khan in his first over.

Ruturaj fell for a 16-ball 26 before Conway followed suit (for a 25-ball 47) but struck some flawless boundaries prior to his fall. Noor Ahmad (2 for 17 in three&nbsp;overs) removed both the openers but Ajinkya Rahane announced his arrival with two sublime sixes.

The chase was on. While Dube struggled, Rahane got the boundaries to keep a check on the required run rate. His cameo, 13-ball 27, ended with Mohit Sharma outfoxing him with CSK in need of 54 off 25 balls. With Dube not connecting it well, he finally got going with two big sixes off Rashid and managed to keep CSK alive.&nbsp;

Rayudu, playing his last IPL match, attacked Mohit from the word go. Bringing the equation down to 22 off 14, Rayudu (8-ball 19) fell caught and bowled with Dhoni coming out to bat.&nbsp;He fell for a first-ball duck as Mohit's twin strikes dented CSK in the 13th over.

Eventually, CSK needed 13 off 6 and Mohit made it 10 off two for them before Jadeja struck a six and four to take his side to an emphatic five-wicket win (DLS method) on the last ball. Thus, the Yellow Army ended the season on top and also&nbsp;came at par with MI in terms of most IPL titles (five).

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After a washout on Sunday (May 28), the IPL 2023 final kicked off on the reserve day on Monday evening (May 29) in Ahmedabad. With rain predicted for sometime in the latter stage, MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and opted to bowl first versus defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT).

After a washout on Sunday (May 28), the IPL 2023 final kicked off on the reserve day on Monday evening (May 29) in Ahmedabad. With rain predicted for sometime in the latter stage, MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and opted to bowl first versus defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT). The home side rode on in-form Shubman Gill's 20-ball 39, Wriddhiman Saha's 54 (39), and Sai Sudharsan's breathtaking 47-ball 96 to post 214/4. In reply, CSK got a revised target of 171 in 15 overs and won it on the last ball with five wickets in hand. The game started with two tight overs from Deepak Chahar and Tushar Deshpande before Gill and Saha took their chances. Gill was dropped off Tushar, by Chahar, and the in-form youngster made the most of his chances with some sublime strokes whereas Saha quietly upped the ante while the duo also ran hard between wickets. Against the run of play, Gill was stumped courtesy of MS Dhoni's brilliance but GT were off to a flier, being 67 for 1 in 7 overs. Sudarshan came in at No. 3 and rotated strike as Saha continued to score runs before falling for a 39-ball 54. The left-hander took over from thereon and smashed every bowler in the death overs with some superb shots along with some innovation from time to time. The uncapped Indian batter returned with a 47-ball 96 along with Hardik ending with a 12-ball 21*. Also Read: From 2008 to 2022: Player of the Match awardees in 15 IPL finals, Player of the Tournament winners Revised target: 171 off 15 overs CSK's run-chase started with Ruturaj Gaikwad's well-timed cover drive before rain played its presence felt. After a lengthy delay due to rain and wet outfield, the match resumed at 12:10 AM IST with a revised target; 171 in 15-over contest. Both Ruturaj and Devon Conway started off on a positive note, slamming the pacers while also attacking Rashid Khan in his first over. Ruturaj fell for a 16-ball 26 before Conway followed suit (for a 25-ball 47) but struck some flawless boundaries prior to his fall. Noor Ahmad (2 for 17 in three overs) removed both the openers but Ajinkya Rahane announced his arrival with two sublime sixes. The chase was on. While Dube struggled, Rahane got the boundaries to keep a check on the required run rate. His cameo, 13-ball 27, ended with Mohit Sharma outfoxing him with CSK in need of 54 off 25 balls. With Dube not connecting it well, he finally got going with two big sixes off Rashid and managed to keep CSK alive. Rayudu, playing his last IPL match, attacked Mohit from the word go. Bringing the equation down to 22 off 14, Rayudu (8-ball 19) fell caught and bowled with Dhoni coming out to bat. He fell for a first-ball duck as Mohit's twin strikes dented CSK in the 13th over. Eventually, CSK needed 13 off 6 and Mohit made it 10 off two for them before Jadeja struck a six and four to take his side to an emphatic five-wicket win (DLS method) on the last ball. Thus, the Yellow Army ended the season on top and also came at par with MI in terms of most IPL titles (five). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

IPL 2023 Final: MS Dhoni's CSK beat defenders GT on last ball of rain-marred contest to win fifth title

India, New Zealand, Pakistan and England made it to the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals.&nbsp;Pakistan convincingly beat Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the first semi-final, by seven wickets in SCG, Sydney, whereas England thrashed Rohit Sharma's Team India by ten wickets, in Adelaide. Thus,&nbsp;the two victorious teams will&nbsp;lock horns in the summit clash of the mega event on Sunday (November 13).&nbsp;

The mega finale will be held at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne and the match is expected to go down to the wire. England and Pakistan had met recently, in Pakistan, for a seven-match T20I series where Jos Buttler-less Three Lions won 4-3. It will be interesting to see which side emerges on top this time around and joins West Indies to become the second team to win the T20 WC title twice.

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EXPLAINED: What happens if rain washes out T20 WC final?

As plenty of matches have been impacted by rain in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia, there are high chances of weather playing spoilsport at the MCG for the finale as well. If rain hampers the proceedings with no play possible on Sunday, then the match will be held the next day; i.e.&nbsp;on Monday (November 14). However, if rain leads to no play in the reserve day as well, then Pakistan and England will be declared joint winners.

ICC rules and play extension

As per the tournament rules, the finale must have at least ten overs to be bowled by each team in order to reach a conclusion and adjudge&nbsp;a winner. In addition, there is 30 minutes of extra time on cards for the summit clash to be concluded&nbsp;on Sunday. Moreover, the finalists will also get an additional two hours of extra time on the reserve day for the match's&nbsp;completion.

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WHAT THE CAPTAINS SAID

After Pakistan's win over NZ, skipper Babar Azam&nbsp;said in the post-match presentation, "Thanks to the crowd. We feel like we're playing at home. Got a good start with the first 6 overs with the ball. Later on the ball didn't come on well. Fast bowlers finished well. We planned before going that we'll utilise the powerplay. He's a young guy and showing his aggression (Haris). He's playing very well. We're going to enjoy this moment. But at the same time have focus on the final."

Following a big win in the second semi-final, England's captain Buttler stated, "I think the character we have shown since then (England's loss against Ireland) - it has been amazing. We came here very excited, there was a very good feeling. Everyone from 1 to 11 - stood up today. We always want to start fast and aggressively. Rashid was batting at 11, that's incredible to know that we have such depth. Hales used the dimensions well and he has shown his form. He was brilliant today. It's important to enjoy this, it was a brilliant performance from us. I think we need to give special credit to Jordan, to bowl 3 overs at the death coming into the semi-final, it was a tough job. He handled the pressure towards the end pretty well, especially bowling against a world-class player like Hardik Pandya."

India, New Zealand, Pakistan and England made it to the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. Pakistan convincingly beat Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the first semi-final, by seven wickets in SCG, Sydney, whereas England thrashed Rohit Sharma's Team India by ten wickets, in Adelaide.

India, New Zealand, Pakistan and England made it to the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. Pakistan convincingly beat Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the first semi-final, by seven wickets in SCG, Sydney, whereas England thrashed Rohit Sharma's Team India by ten wickets, in Adelaide. Thus, the two victorious teams will lock horns in the summit clash of the mega event on Sunday (November 13). The mega finale will be held at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne and the match is expected to go down to the wire. England and Pakistan had met recently, in Pakistan, for a seven-match T20I series where Jos Buttler-less Three Lions won 4-3. It will be interesting to see which side emerges on top this time around and joins West Indies to become the second team to win the T20 WC title twice. ALSO READ | 'Don't think any Indian captain...': Gautam Gambhir recalls MS Dhoni's laurels after India's T20 WC exit EXPLAINED: What happens if rain washes out T20 WC final? As plenty of matches have been impacted by rain in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia, there are high chances of weather playing spoilsport at the MCG for the finale as well. If rain hampers the proceedings with no play possible on Sunday, then the match will be held the next day; i.e. on Monday (November 14). However, if rain leads to no play in the reserve day as well, then Pakistan and England will be declared joint winners. ICC rules and play extension As per the tournament rules, the finale must have at least ten overs to be bowled by each team in order to reach a conclusion and adjudge a winner. In addition, there is 30 minutes of extra time on cards for the summit clash to be concluded on Sunday. Moreover, the finalists will also get an additional two hours of extra time on the reserve day for the match's completion. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Ramiz Raja's 'billion-dollar industry team' remark makes heads turn after India's exit WHAT THE CAPTAINS SAID After Pakistan's win over NZ, skipper Babar Azam said in the post-match presentation, "Thanks to the crowd. We feel like we're playing at home. Got a good start with the first 6 overs with the ball. Later on the ball didn't come on well. Fast bowlers finished well. We planned before going that we'll utilise the powerplay. He's a young guy and showing his aggression (Haris). He's playing very well. We're going to enjoy this moment. But at the same time have focus on the final." Following a big win in the second semi-final, England's captain Buttler stated, "I think the character we have shown since then (England's loss against Ireland) - it has been amazing. We came here very excited, there was a very good feeling. Everyone from 1 to 11 - stood up today. We always want to start fast and aggressively. Rashid was batting at 11, that's incredible to know that we have such depth. Hales used the dimensions well and he has shown his form. He was brilliant today. It's important to enjoy this, it was a brilliant performance from us. I think we need to give special credit to Jordan, to bowl 3 overs at the death coming into the semi-final, it was a tough job. He handled the pressure towards the end pretty well, especially bowling against a world-class player like Hardik Pandya."

Pak vs ENG, T20 WC final: EXPLAINED! What will happen if the marquee tie gets washed out at the MCG?

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off.

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The toss for the World Test Championship final was additionally been deferred because of the climate conditions. It might have been held after lunch had the conditions improved. In any case, Day 1 was called off without a ball being bowled.

The reserve day or sixth day will authoritatively happen thirty minutes into the second session i.e 6:40 pm IST. The two and a half long stretches of play previously lost can be made up throughout the following five days with 30 minutes of a solid beginning on every day.&nbsp;

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"The Reserve Day has been scheduled to ensure five full days of play, and it will only be used if lost playing time cannot be recovered through the normal provisions of making up lost time each day,” ICC in a release while announcing the playing conditions for the WTC final.

Assuming, notwithstanding, an outcome isn't accomplished even after the additional 30 minutes consistently and the full save day, then, at that point, the two India and New Zealand will share the WTC title.&nbsp;The 6th day, in the event that it is utilized, will include a limit of 330 minutes or 83 overs in addition to the actual last hour.

“There will be no additional day's play if a positive result is not achieved after five full days of play and the match will be declared a draw in such a scenario," the ICC release on the playing conditions read.

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off.

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off. ALSO READ: Cricket: Twitteratis lash out at ICC as rain play spoilsport in WTC final The toss for the World Test Championship final was additionally been deferred because of the climate conditions. It might have been held after lunch had the conditions improved. In any case, Day 1 was called off without a ball being bowled. The reserve day or sixth day will authoritatively happen thirty minutes into the second session i.e 6:40 pm IST. The two and a half long stretches of play previously lost can be made up throughout the following five days with 30 minutes of a solid beginning on every day. UPDATE - Unfortunately, play on Day 1 has been called off due to rains. 10.30 AM local time start tomorrow.#WTC21 — BCCI (@BCCI) June 18, 2021 × "The Reserve Day has been scheduled to ensure five full days of play, and it will only be used if lost playing time cannot be recovered through the normal provisions of making up lost time each day,” ICC in a release while announcing the playing conditions for the WTC final. Assuming, notwithstanding, an outcome isn't accomplished even after the additional 30 minutes consistently and the full save day, then, at that point, the two India and New Zealand will share the WTC title. The 6th day, in the event that it is utilized, will include a limit of 330 minutes or 83 overs in addition to the actual last hour. “There will be no additional day's play if a positive result is not achieved after five full days of play and the match will be declared a draw in such a scenario," the ICC release on the playing conditions read.

WTC Final: Reserve day will be used in India vs New Zealand clash as rain wipes off Day 1

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