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What Happens If Duleep Trophy Final Ends In A Draw?: The Duleep Trophy final is currently being played in Chennai between East Zone and South Zone. In the first innings, East Zone posted a massive total of 708 runs. Captain Ishan Kishan played a historic innings of 270 runs, while Kumar Kushagra also scored a magnificent century. Earlier, Vaibhav Suryavanshi (44) and Abhimanyu Easwaran (72) had given the team a strong start by sharing a century partnership.
Following East Zone's huge total, many fans were surprised that the captain did not declare the innings. People felt that the innings could have been declared at 500 or 550, allowing the team to attempt to bowl out the opposition. However, Ishan Kishan's decision was made keeping the tournament's specific rules in mind.
Who Will Win Duleep Trophy If Final Match Ends In A Draw?
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The biggest question on fans' minds is: if this five-day match ends in a draw, who will be declared the winner?
- No Joint Winners: In this scenario, the trophy is not awarded jointly to both teams.
- First Innings Lead Rule: According to the rules for red-ball cricket knockout matches (such as the Duleep Trophy and Ranji Trophy), if the match ends in a draw, the team that secured a lead in the first innings is declared the champion.
By scoring 708 runs, East Zone has placed itself in a very strong position. Now, even if South Zone scores 707 runs or fewer in the first innings and the match ends in a draw, East Zone will still be crowned the Duleep Trophy champion.
Also Read: Who is Kumar Kushagra? Age, IPL Team, Stats & Duleep Trophy Final Century
Ishan Kishan Opens Up On His Comeback Form
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Speaking about his recent form after the second day's play, Ishan Kishan said, "I didn't make any specific effort to change myself. While I was out of the team, I realized that scoring runs is ultimately our primary job, and that is what helps in one's career."
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