WTC Final 2021-23: What happens if rain washes out Day 5 and match ends in a draw?
WTC Final 2021-23 (Source: Twitter)
A spectacular conclusion is anticipated for the World Test Championship 2023 final day. India and Australia face off on the fifth and final day of the match after four days of outstanding cricket. India needs 280 more runs to win the match and capture their first WTC championship. Australia, on the other side, has to pick up the final 7 wickets to win their first-ever championship. Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane are the only players who can prevent Australia from losing the tournament. On Day 5, India’s batting will resume at 164 for 3 with Kohli (44) and Rahane (20). Everyone will be watching Kohli to see how he manages another chase.
Look at these 5 things to comprehend the scenarios.
1. What happens if the WTC 2023 Final is a draw?
If the game is a draw, the Apex Cricket Council issued a statement outlining the World Test Championship Final Playing Conditions. According to the announcement, “Should the match end in a draw, the mace will be shared and the prize money distributed equally among the two finalists.”
“If the match is drawn, tied, or abandoned, the teams shall be declared joint winners of the World Test Championship,” according to the condition.
2. Is there a reserve day in place?
The WTC 2023 Final will take place on a reserve day. Monday will be reserve day. The possibility of the match continuing into a sixth day, according to the, “looks unlikely at this stage given there have been no interruptions to play over the first three and a half days of the gripping contest,” stated the release.
3. When will the reserve day be implemented?
If Day 5’s playing time is lost, the Reserve Day will go into effect. In the case that play is hampered by weather or poor lighting, it will aid in making up lost playing time.
4. How will the weather affect Day 5 in London?
The good news is that day 5 of the WTC final is not anticipated to be completely rained out. However, there is a potential for light afternoon rain in South London. Play will most likely be suspended for an hour due to rain.
5. If the match is washed out, who wins?
If the final is washed out by rain, the WTC mace will be shared between India and Australia.
