RR vs MI: What is the cut-off time for 5-over match in IPL 2026?
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The RR vs MI clash of IPL 2026 has been delayed due to rain.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are scheduled to clash in the 13th match of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Tuesday, April 7. The RR vs MI match was slated to begin at 7:30 PM with the toss at 7:00 PM, but it has been delayed due to rain in Guwahati.
The Riyan Parag & Co. have won two games in a row in IPL 2026 and are looking for their third consecutive victory in the match, which will take place at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. They earlier outplayed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT).
Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians have played two games, winning one and losing another. They crushed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their opening game but lost to Delhi Capitals (DC) in their previous game. RR grab the third spot in the points table with four points. MI are placed in sixth place with two points.
While both teams were all set for an exciting clash, the weather had other plans. The Guwahati City observed rain showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. The showers did not vanish ahead of the toss and it was delayed.
The covers have been put inside the stadium and both teams are waiting for the rain to stop so that the match can be started.
What is the cut-off time for a five-over game in IPL 2026?
According to IPL rules, every match has an additional 60 minutes of time to cover delays due to rain. Hence, no overs will be shortened if a game observes a delay of up to 60 minutes. However, if the match is delayed by more than an hour, overs will be shortened from both innings.
Moreover, a match needs to witness at least 5 overs to draw a result. The cut-off time for a five-over game in IPL 2026 is approximately 10:56 PM IST. If five overs cannot be completed, the match will end with no result. Both teams will be awarded one point each.
What is the venue of RR vs MI match?
The venue of the encounter is Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
What is the cut-off time for a five-over match in IPL 2026?
The cut-off time for a five-over match is 10:56 PM.
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