IPL Final Rescheduled to Reserve Day as Rain Disrupts Clash Between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings. Unforeseen heavy rain and thunderstorms in Ahmedabad on Sunday have compelled the Indian Premier League final between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings to be moved to a reserve day, marking the first time such a shift has occurred in the history of the tournament.

The downpour started 35 minutes before the toss and continued for over two hours and 40 minutes, raising hopes that the game could commence at the grandest cricket stadium in the world.

However, a second wave of rainfall thwarted any chances of play, leading to disappointment among the thousands of fans seeking shelter in the covered sections of the colossal 132,000-seater stadium.

As officials called off the day’s play, the waterlogged ground presented a disheartening sight, and a message displayed on the giant screen urged fans to “please keep your physical tickets safe!”

The IPL final will now take place on Monday, marking the tournament’s first-ever utilization of a reserve day in its 16-year history.

The weather department in Ahmedabad has forecasted a slim (10 percent) chance of evening rain on Monday as well.

This match holds significant meaning as it is widely believed to be the last for Chennai’s captain, M. S. Dhoni, who has garnered immense admiration throughout his illustrious career. Fans arrived in large numbers wearing the yellow jersey, synonymous with the legendary cricketer.

Chennai Super Kings will be vying for a record-equalling fifth title, aiming to match the accomplishments of IPL powerhouse Mumbai Indians, led by the versatile Indian captain Rohit Sharma.

Dhoni has successfully led his team to their 10th IPL final, boasting four championship victories and five runner-up finishes.

Gujarat Titans, under the captaincy of Hardik Pandya, have continued their remarkable journey, which began with a title triumph in their debut season at the same venue last year.

Since its inception in 2008, the T20 competition has evolved into the world’s most lucrative cricket tournament, generating substantial revenue for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).