What are the chances of rain hampering India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 final?

The D-Day has arrived when a new T20 world champion will be crowned. India and South Africa are the deserved finalists of the tournament and an intriguing battle is set to unfold at the Kensington Oval Barbados. But it does not come without a gloomy picture. There is an ever-present rain threat that is looming over the match. So, will rain hamper the play during the T20 World Cup 2024 final?

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What are the chances of rain hampering India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 final?

Rain has had a consistent say in the T20 World Cup 2024 and as the tournament is set to close out, there is a huge probability that it will spare the grand finale as well. Dark clouds will be overhead as per the forecast with intermittent showers expected.

According to Accuweather, the forecast for Saturday reads: "Cloudy, winds gradually subsiding and humid with a thunderstorm in parts of the area." An hourly breakdown for the day further shows chances of thunderstorms between 6 and 8 AM (local time), with the level of precipitation being 51 per cent throughout. This could imply a delayed start to the match, scheduled to commence at 10:30 AM local time. While the chances of rain reduce significantly to around 30 per cent with the forecast reading as 'cloudy', there are chances of thunderstorms again between 1 and 2 PM.

Thus, much like the India vs England semi-final, rain could impact the play again but since the rain forecast showcases irregular disturbances, a full 40-over match could take place even if the start gets delayed.

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What will happen if rain washes out India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 final?

If the rain gods do not show mercy and the India vs South Africa booking for June 29 gets washed out, then the provision of the reserve day will be utilised. Shall the rain persist and dampen the day then the India vs South Africa match will take place tomorrow June 30, 2024.