Big Game between RCB and CSK at Risk Due to Bad Weather .The exciting match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might not happen as planned at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium this Saturday. The weather forecast says there could be rain and thunderstorms in Bengaluru from Friday, May 17 to Tuesday, May 21. If the match is called off, both teams get one point each. But if RCB loses out, they’re out of the tournament, while CSK moves forward to the IPL 2024 playoffs.
The weather report from Accuweather says there’s a high chance of clouds and showers during the day around the stadium, with more rain likely in the evening. Temperatures will be around 30-34 degrees Celsius during the day and drop to 21-22 degrees Celsius at night.
If it’s not a washout, heavy rain might shorten the game. According to IPL rules, the shortest match possible is five overs, starting no later than 10:56 PM.
Playoff Race Heats Up RCB vs CSK Clash in Peril Due to Bad Weather
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals have already secured spots in the IPL 2024 playoffs. Five teams, including CSK, SunRisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, RCB, and Lucknow Super Giants, are competing for the remaining two spots.
DC has finished all their league matches with 14 points from as many games, beating LSG in their last match.
The other teams, except SRH, have one match left. So, the final playoffs spot might be decided by net run-rates.The RCB vs CSK match is crucial being called a virtual knockout by fans and experts.”
“The big match between RCB and CSK might not happen because of bad weather. The forecast says there could be rain and thunderstorms from Friday to Tuesday. If the match gets canceled, both teams get one point. But RCB will be out of the tournament, and CSK will go to the playoffs. The weather report says there will be lots of clouds, showers, and thunderstorms near the stadium. It might rain in the evening too. The temperature will be between 30 to 34 degrees Celsius.”
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