Rain Washes Out SRH vs GT, Sunrisers Qualify for Playoffs
Playoff Race Heats Up as One Spot Remains
Sunrisers Hyderabad Qualify For IPL 2024 Playoffs After Rain Washes Out Match Against Gujarat Titans
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs after rain prevented any play in their match against Gujarat Titans. With this, SRH became the third team to qualify, following Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, who currently hold the top two positions in the standings. The match, scheduled to take place in Hyderabad, was abandoned due to a steady drizzle that rendered the outfield wet, making play impossible.
Here are the key points:
- Playoff Qualification: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) entered the playoffs of IPL 2024 on May 16 after their match against Gujarat Titans was washed out without a ball being bowled¹. SRH received one point from the abandoned match, taking their tally to 15 points with one league match remaining.
- Elimination for Gujarat Titans: Gujarat Titans, the last year's runners-up and 2022 champions, were knocked out of the playoff race after their previous match was also abandoned due to rain. They ended the season with 12 points from 14 matches¹.
- Cut-off Time and Abandonment: The toss didn't happen at the scheduled time of 7 pm due to rain and a wet outfield. The rain intensified before settling into a steady shower, and the match was officially abandoned. The cut-off time for a five-over game was 10:56 PM, but rain showed no signs of abating, leading to the decision to call off the match¹.
- Remaining Playoff Contenders: Four teams are still in contention for the last playoff spot: Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). If LSG wins against Mumbai Indians, they will move to 14 points, staying mathematically alive. However, CSK can secure the spot if they beat RCB or if the game is washed out on Saturday. If RCB beats CSK by at least 18 runs or 11 balls to spare, they will grab the fourth available spot based on net run-rate¹.
The IPL 2024 playoffs promise exciting cricket as teams vie for supremacy and a chance to lift the coveted trophy. Stay tuned for more updates as the league stage concludes and the knockout matches begin! ????????.
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