Rain Disrupts IPL Qualifier 2: Fans Express Frustration Over Venue Change
IPL Qualifier 2 Delayed by Rain
The highly awaited Qualifier 2 of the IPL, featuring the Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, is facing delays due to inclement weather. Originally scheduled to take place in Kolkata, the match's venue was shifted to Ahmedabad after the tournament was paused due to the conflict between India and Pakistan. Now, with rain affecting the game, fans are expressing their dissatisfaction with the board's decision to relocate the match.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
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Well played, @BCCI π Hats off for the βpromptβ decision to shift the IPL playoffs from rain-free Kolkata to a rainy Ahmedabad, all to avoid rain.
β ASHISH SINGH (@ASHISHS_45) June 1, 2025
Brilliant weather forecasting. Nailed it.
Is there a special reason why Ahmedabad always gets the VIP treatment? #MIvsPBKS #IPL2025
How is the weather in Kolkata?
β Switch Hit (@Tagore_RT) June 1, 2025
Bcci π€‘'s shifted from Eden to Ahmedabad to avoid rain..π #Qualifier2 #PBKSvMI
Final was taken away from Kolkata citing rain. Now it's raining in Ahmedabad too (Narendra Modi Stadium)π. Was it really about weather or politics? Eden deserved better.π’#EdenDeservedTheFinal @BCCI @iamsrk @IPL @ICC @KKRiders @ pic.twitter.com/2iElEyocxs
β Mahamudul Haque (@mahamudulhaque_) June 1, 2025
Shifted the Qualifier 2 and Final from Eden Gardens to Narendra Modi stadium due to weather threat in Kolkata and now it's Raining in Ahemdabad π€‘π€‘π€‘π€‘π€‘π€‘π€‘π€‘ BCCI for you. #MIvPBKS
β SK (@CgDroput) June 1, 2025
BCCI is actually run by a bunch of clowns. They shifted the qualifier 2 and final from Kolkata due to "weather concerns" and now it's raining cats and dogs in Ahmedabad. Do these lot even see weather predictions or turn a blind eye to everything as soon as it comes to money?
β Ameya :) (@AGGio_09) June 1, 2025
BCCI changed the venue from ahemdabad to Kolkata stating Rain might effect, meanwhile it is currently raining in ahemdabad but in Kolkata the weather is clear af, tells u lot about the politics running in BCCI. #PBKSvMI
β Kavya singh (@Kavyasi82055220) June 1, 2025
Current Weather Conditions
Despite the rain in Ahmedabad, Kolkata remains dry with only minor cloud cover and no significant rainfall expected. The temperature is anticipated to reach around 38 degrees Celsius over the week. The Cricket Association of Bengal had previously informed the BCCI with a meteorological report indicating low chances of rain. Even Hyderabad, another potential venue for the qualifiers, is enjoying clear skies.
Potential Outcomes if Match is Abandoned
The ongoing rain has caused significant delays, with the match already postponed for an hour. If conditions do not improve, the match could be shortened to accommodate at least 5 overs per side. However, there is no reserve day for this match. Should it be called off, the team ranked higher in the standings will automatically advance to the final, which would mean the Punjab Kings would face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Concerns have been raised about the drainage capabilities at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, as it has previously struggled with water management.