The IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati has been delayed due to rain, with the toss yet to take place.
Toss delayed as rain returns in Guwahati
At 6:46 PM , steady rain set in at the venue, forcing officials to hold back proceedings. By 7 PM, lightning was also reported in the area, adding to the concerns. The covers remained firmly in place, with no immediate signs of improvement.
The delay comes a day after a complete washout in Kolkata, where the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Forecast raises further concern
Conditions in Guwahati had been unstable through the evening, with intermittent rain earlier before the current spell intensified. The latest forecast does not offer much optimism for the next couple of hours, suggesting a prolonged delay is likely.
While there had been a brief period without rain before the scheduled start, the situation has worsened since. The presence of lightning could further delay any restart even if the rain eases.
At this stage, the chances of a full match appear unlikely. Officials will be hoping for a break in the weather, but a shortened game or even a washout remains a possibility.