Rain and overcast conditions delayed the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 match between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad by over two hours on Sunday, June 1.
The match, crucial for a spot in the final, faces the threat of abandonment due to persistent rain. According to tournament rules, if the game is called off, Punjab Kings will automatically advance to the final scheduled for Tuesday at the same venue.
"The Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 start was delayed by over two hours after rain played spoilsport in Ahmedabad on Sunday," highlighting the impact of weather on the playoff schedule.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had recently shifted playoff venues from Kolkata and Hyderabad to Ahmedabad following a one-week suspension caused by rising border tensions between India and Pakistan. This decision was influenced by weather considerations and other parameters.
"But after the one week stoppage due to rising border tension between India and Pakistan, the BCCI announced that new venues for playoffs."The Narendra Modi Stadium has seen high-scoring games this season, with nine out of 14 innings crossing the 200-run mark, making it the most prolific venue in this IPL edition.
"Out of the 14 innings played at the venue this season, nine times a team has breached the 200 mark, also making it the most at any single venue in a single edition."Teams batting first have dominated here, winning six of seven matches, adding strategic importance to the toss and conditions.
"Teams batting first have won six of the seven games played at the venue this season and the only time a chasing side won was a day game."With the weather forecast uncertain and the pitch under covers, the match outcome hangs in the balance, putting pressure on both teams to perform quickly should play resume.
"We are going to bowl first. Slightly overcast, and the wicket was under the covers yesterday."Rain delayed the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. If abandoned, Punjab Kings will advance to the final. The match start was postponed over two hours due to rain, with overcast conditions prevailing amid playoff venue changes.
