The Indian Premier League final between the Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings was delayed due to heavy rain in Ahmedabad. The ground staff covered the centre with two layers of sheets when it began to drizzle about half an hour before the toss time. However, the rain continued to delay the toss even after the covers were removed. The weather forecast for the reserve day predicts overcast conditions and a chance of rain, which could affect the game. If the reserved day is also affected by weather conditions or is washed out, the team which finished first in the league round wins the title.
The defending champions, Gujarat Titans, topped the points table after the 70-match league round, winning 10 out of 14 matches and 20 points. Chennai Super Kings finished second with 17 points. To play a game on the reserve day, at least five overs need to take place. The match will continue if there is no further delay. Chennai Super Kings’ squad includes MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Ravindra Jadeja. Gujarat Titans’ squad includes Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, and Rashid Khan.
