RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final: Is There Is A Reserve Day If Rain Plays Spoilsport In Ahmedabad?

RCB vs PBKS: Cricket fans across the country are bracing for what should be a thrilling finale to the 2025 Indian Premier League - if the weather cooperates.

The much-anticipated final between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is scheduled to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad later today. But ominous forecasts suggest rain could once again play spoilsport, just as it did during Qualifier 2 at the same venue.

With clouds already hovering over Ahmedabad, early evening showers are expected to disrupt proceedings, potentially delaying the toss and start of play.

The IPL governing council has made provisions for such a scenario by allowing an additional two-hour window for the match to be completed tonight. Furthermore, a reserve day - June 4 - has been set aside, giving organizers another opportunity to host the finale in case today's match is completely washed out or gets interrupted midway.

This isn't unfamiliar territory. Fans will recall the 2023 IPL final, which was also held in Ahmedabad and suffered a similar fate. Persistent rain forced the match between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings into the next day. Though reduced to 15 overs per side, the game eventually produced a result, with CSK emerging victorious via the DLS method.

However, this year, the stakes are arguably higher. If rain washes out both today and the reserve day, the trophy will be awarded to the team that finished higher in the league stage - in this case, Punjab Kings. They narrowly edged out RCB in the standings due to a superior net run rate of just 0.07, despite both teams finishing level on points.

This potential outcome is likely to leave RCB fans disheartened. After defeating Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 to book their spot in the final, they now face the possibility of missing out on their maiden title due to factors beyond their control.

Both franchises are yet to lift the IPL trophy, making this clash a potentially historic occasion - if the weather allows it. Supporters from both sides, and neutral fans alike, are keeping their fingers crossed for a clear evening that allows these two deserving teams to settle the score on the field, not off it.

As the countdown to the final continues, all eyes are not just on the players - but on the skies above Ahmedabad.