RCB vs PBKS, Final: Rain likely in Ahmedabad, as IPL readies to crown new champion
The Indian Premier League final is expected to be affected by rain, according to a prediction from the Ahmedabad weather department on Monday, June 2. Speaking to India Today, weather department director Arunkumar Dasane said that conditions are likely to remain cloudy throughout the day, with light to moderate rainfall expected in isolated areas.Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have reached the final of the Indian Premier League 2025. This will be the first time that either team will win an IPL title. While Bengaluru have reached the final three times in their history, Punjab have made it to the final only once before — back in 2014.advertisementHowever, as things stand, it appears the weather may play a significant role in determining playing conditions on Tuesday, June 3.
"Our forecast for tomorrow indicates light to moderate rainfall in isolated areas, particularly for Ahmedabad and nearby regions. The temperature in Ahmedabad is expected to be around 37 degrees, with a high likelihood of cloudy skies," said Arunkumar Dasane, director of the Ahmedabad weather department.
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The IPL 2025 final was originally scheduled to be held in Kolkata on June 25. However, the match was shifted from Eden Gardens due to weather concerns, as the city typically receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon months. The Qualifier 2 and the final were reassigned to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Qualifier 2, held on June 1, was significantly affected by rain — with a delay of more than two hours after the toss. Scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM, the match eventually started at 9:44 PM. Now, rain interruptions are expected during the final as well.Ahmedabad's IPL Final 2023advertisementAhmedabad previously hosted the IPL final in 2023, which was also heavily affected by rain. Originally scheduled for May 28, 2023, the match was washed out without a ball being bowled. Thanks to a reserve day, the Board of Control for Cricket in India was able to hold the final the next day. Even then, rain interruptions shortened the match — with the second innings reduced to just 15 overs.Stay updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment!
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