cricket updates: The five-match T20 series between India and West Indies is to be decided in Bengaluru today. The weather has increased the worries of the fans before this match to be played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium from 7 pm. After the first four matches of the series, both the teams are tied at 2-2. In such a situation, the team that wins the last match will win the trophy.
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However, the match is in danger due to rain. In case of bad weather and the ground not being prepared on time, the match may also be cancelled. If this happens then the series between the two teams will end in a draw.
Chance of rain after 4 pm
According to the weather forecast, the weather in Bengaluru may remain better till afternoon, but the chances of rain are expected to increase in the evening. AccuWeather forecast predicts strong winds and thunderstorms along with rain from evening to night.
Hourly probability of rain is 68% at 4 pm, 71% at 5 pm, 49% at 6 pm and 64% at the scheduled start time of the match i.e. 7 pm. At 8 and 9 pm this probability is estimated to be 49%, while at 10 pm it is estimated to be 56%. Even at 11 pm, the chance of rain is 49%. In such circumstances, questions are being raised on organizing the entire competition.
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If the first ball is not bowled till 10:16 pm, the match may be canceled
To get a result in a T20 international match, it is necessary for both the teams to play at least five overs each, provided the game is possible under the rules of the match. As per the schedule, the match is to start at 7 pm. In case of delay due to rain, officials will have to take into account the time available to complete the game.
According to the given cutoff time, if the match does not start by 10:16 pm, the match may have to be cancelled. In such a situation, the T20 series between India and West Indies will end in a draw of 2-2. It is noteworthy that India had earlier won the ODI series against West Indies by 2-1. Now in the decisive match of the T20 series, everyone's eyes will be on the weather and field conditions.