IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT LIVE: Match postponed

May 28, 2023 11:04 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT | Match postponed

The final match of IPL between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans has been postponed to May 29 due to heavy rain. 

The match will begin at 7:30 pm on Monday at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad 

May 28, 2023 10:27 PM

Rain continues to pour heavily

May 28, 2023 10:01 PM

The cut-off time is 12:06 a.m., but given the current situation of the rain, that also appears dismal

May 28, 2023 10:00 PM

Not a 20-overs-a-side game anymore

We have started to lose overs.

We have already passed the 9:35 p.m. cut-off time for a complete 40-over game

May 28, 2023 09:27 PM

Now What?

If the match starts at 9:45 PM- 19-overs a side

10 PM - 17 overs a side

10:15 or 10:30 PM - 15 overs per side

May 28, 2023 09:25 PM

Rain arrives again!

After a brief respite, the rain has started again. Players move back to the dugout

May 28, 2023 09:13 PM

Rain stopped! Players walk out

The ground staffs are at work. The main cover is being removed

May 28, 2023 08:47 PM

Rain gets heavier; possibility of overs getting reduced

May 28, 2023 07:57 PM

Rain returns!

The rain has begun to fall again. It's becoming increasingly annoying for players as well as for the crowd. 

May 28, 2023 07:51 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT: Rain stops

Good news! Rain in Ahmedabad has stopped

May 28, 2023 07:13 PM

Outside visuals from Narendra Modi stadium

#WATCH | Toss delayed in Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans match due to rain in Ahmedabad; outside visuals from Narendra Modi stadium#IPLFinal pic.twitter.com/iy3s9Uvkil

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023

May 28, 2023 07:05 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT |What now?

As of now, we can still have a 20-overs a side contest if the rain stops and the outfield is ready by 9.40 pm

May 28, 2023 06:58 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT: What if it continues to rain?

If a 5-overs-a-side game is not possible owing to rain tonight, the match will go into the reserve day that is Monday

May 28, 2023 06:45 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT: It's raining in Ahmedabad

Sad news for fans. Rain starts in Ahmedabad just a few moments before the toss. This may now affect the toss

May 28, 2023 06:05 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT: Cricket enthusiasts flock to Narendra Modi stadium

Cricket enthusiasts throng Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad ahead of the final match of IPL between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans

#WATCH | Gujarat: Cricket enthusiasts throng Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad ahead of the final match of IPL between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans. #IPL2023Final pic.twitter.com/H7IthrgFVw

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023

May 28, 2023 05:55 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT: Ambati Rayudu announces retirement

CSK star batter Ambati Rayudu has announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League.

The batter confirmed that the IPL 2023 final against Gujarat Titans will be his last match in the tournament. 

Rayudu has been part of CSK since 2018. He has won three titles with the franchise.

He began his IPL career with Mumbai Indians in 2010.

“2 great teams mi nd csk,204 matches,14 seasons,11 playoffs,8 finals,5 trophies.hopefully 6th tonight. It’s been quite a journey.I have decided that tonight’s final is going to be my last game in the Ipl.i truly hav enjoyed playing this great tournament. Thank u all. No u turn,” Rayudu tweeted.

2 great teams mi nd csk,204 matches,14 seasons,11 playoffs,8 finals,5 trophies.hopefully 6th tonight. It’s been quite a journey.I have decided that tonight’s final is going to be my last game in the Ipl.i truly hav enjoyed playing this great tournament.Thank u all. No u turn ????????

— ATR (@RayuduAmbati) May 28, 2023

May 28, 2023 05:38 PM

Both teams have locked horns four times in IPL history, with GT leading CSK 3-1

May 28, 2023 05:34 PM

CSK pays tribute to MS Dhoni

Ahead of MS Dhoni's 250th IPL match, CSK took to Twitter to share pictures of their captain and paid tribute to him.

"My dear Thala, Everytime you stepped onto the field, you gave us butterflies," CSK wrote.

My dear Thala, pic.twitter.com/NMo70bi7B6

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 28, 2023

After taking the pitch in the IPL 2023 final tonight, Dhoni will become the first cricketer to feature in 250 IPL matches.

May 28, 2023 05:31 PM

IPL 2023 Final, CSK vs GT LIVE Score: Big concern for fans

Rains are predicted to hinder the proceedings during the final.

Accuweather predicts that there is about an 80% chance of rain later in the day.

About 2 hours of rain could take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium on the occasion of the final.