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The third ODI between India and New Zealand has been delayed due to persistent rain. The match was scheduled to begin in the morning, but unfavourable weather conditions have prevented play from starting. Now, the biggest question among cricket fans is whether a minimum 20-over match is still possible.
The cut-off time for starting a 20-over contest has now been revealed. According to the revised schedule, the match must begin by 12:32 PM IST to produce a result.
IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: What Is the Cut-Off Time for a 20-Over Match?
The third ODI was initially scheduled to start at 7:30 AM IST. However, rain delayed the proceedings, and the toss eventually took place at 9:02 AM IST.
India won the toss and elected to bowl first. The match was then scheduled to begin at 9:30 AM IST, but another spell of rain interrupted proceedings shortly after the toss.
With limited playing time available, the match officials have set 12:32 PM IST as the deadline for starting a minimum 20-over contest. If the match does not begin by this time, it could be abandoned without a result.
India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Revised 40-Over Match Rules Explained
Due to rain delays, the third ODI has already been reduced from 50 overs to 40 overs per side. Several changes have also been made to the playing conditions.
Here are the revised match rules:
Total Overs: 40 overs per team.
First Powerplay: 8 overs instead of 10.
Third Powerplay: 8 overs instead of 10.
Maximum Overs Per Bowler: 8 overs.
Minimum Overs for a Result: 20 overs per team.
These changes have been introduced to give both teams an opportunity to complete a shortened match despite the weather interruptions.
IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: India Aim for a 3-0 Series Whitewash
India have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The hosts won the first ODI by five wickets and followed it up with a four-run victory in the second match under the DLS method.
Rain has affected all three matches, making weather conditions a major talking point throughout the series.
India will now look to secure a 3-0 series whitewash, while New Zealand will hope to avoid a clean sweep by winning the final ODI.
IND vs NZ 3rd ODI Rain Update: Will the Match Be Abandoned?
The possibility of a washout remains if rain continues to delay the match. The 12:32 PM IST deadline is crucial because both teams need at least 20 overs each to produce a result.
Cricket fans will be hoping for the weather to clear so that the third ODI can get underway. However, if conditions do not improve within the available time, the match could be called off.
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