Rain delays IPL 2023 Final: Is there a reserve day for CSK vs GT?

29 May 2023
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 final between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT) has been delayed due to rain at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad. 

The toss has been delayed indefinitely and there is no news for a start time at the time of writing. 

Rain played spoilsport in only one game during the league stage this season when the clash between Lucknow Super Giants and CSK in Lucknow on May 3 got washed out and the two teams shared points.

So, what happens if the game is washed out today? Let's find out.

Does the IPL 2023 Final have a reserve day?

If there is no play possible on May 28 in the IPL final then the game will be shifted to the reserve day which is May 29. 

When can the match start without losing overs?

The final can start as late as 9.35 pm IST without any reduction in overs. A five-over shootout can start as late as 11.56 pm. If rain does not allow any play tonight, the final will be held on May 29.

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