Will rain disrupt the Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match?
Weather experts are predicting heavy rainfall from late afternoon to midnight on Saturday, which has the potential to partially disrupt the game.
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ECMWF, GFS, IMD & Shar ISRO meteorology via KSNDMC all are predicting moderate to heavy rains on 18th May
RCB fans should take a chill pill & calm… https://t.co/wwDwBY0rDj pic.twitter.com/P8xukM980Z
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Bengaluru is expected to experience thunderstorms on Saturday.
What if RCB vs CSK Gets Abandoned Due to Rain?
If the much-anticipated RCB vs CSK match is abandoned, several scenarios could unfold:
Points Allocation: In the event of abandonment, both teams would typically be awarded one point each. This could benefit or disadvantage either team depending on their current standing and the outcomes of other matches.
IPL 2024 – Points Table
Net Run Rate (NRR): The abandonment would mean that neither team’s NRR would be affected by this match. This could be crucial as NRR often plays a pivotal role in determining playoff spots.
Fan Reactions: The cricketing world, especially the fans, would be significantly disappointed. The RCB vs CSK rivalry is one of the most celebrated in the IPL, and an abandoned match would mean missing out on a high-octane clash.
If it really gets called off, both teams will earn a point each. That will take CSK to 15 points in the standings, leaving RCB behind at 13 points.
In that case, the Super Kings will proceed to the playoffs, while the campaign will end for the Royal Challengers.
Even if SRH lose both their matches, RCB would be desperate for a win against CSK to get 14 points under their belt. RCB can’t afford a washout against CSK under any circumstances, as it will lead to their group-stage elimination.
