SRH vs RR: Will rain become the villain? Big update on Chennai weather
- Match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals
- The match will be played at M Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai
- The team that wins this match will enter the final
Qualifier-2 will be played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium on Friday. The team that wins this match will enter the final. Where it will face Kolkata Knight Riders. Chennai's weather has become very important in Qualifier-2.
A big update has come out regarding the weather of Chennai. According to the weather update, the weather is expected to be clear during the game, but clouds may appear by 8 pm. Due to this, some humidity may also remain. The clouds may become dense as the night approaches. The temperature may remain 31 degrees Celsius. Due to which there is a possibility of rain. If it rains during the match, the tension of the fans will increase.
What if it rains?
According to the information, in case of rain, both the teams will get extra time. 2 hours extra time will be given for Qualifier-2. During this time, the possibility of the match being completed will be seen. If it rains after batting in the first innings, then the team batting in the second innings can be given a target by reducing the overs through DLS method. If the match is not able to start, then after the rain stops, a match of 7-7 or 5-5 overs can be played.
How will the winner be announced?
If the rain does not stop, the option of a super over can also be considered or the match can be taken to the reserve day. However, Rajasthan Royals will suffer if the match is cancelled during rain. If this match is washed out due to rain, then the team with more points in the points table can qualify.
How will the pitch be?
The Chennai pitch will be dry. Spinners can get help on this. Rajasthan Royals can also try the option of a third spinner on this pitch. A surprise entry of Keshav Maharaj can be seen in the Royals team.