The high-stakes encounter between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has been halted due to rain. RCB captain Faf du Plessis and his opening partner Virat Kohli were off to a flyer before heavy showers forced the players off the field.

RCB and CSK seek playoff spot

Asked to bat first, RCB displayed early intent. The Challengers were 31/0 in 3 overs before the rain interruption. They have to win by more than 18 runs to earn a playoff qualification.

CSK, on the other hand, just need a win to confirm a playoff berth, while a washout would also see them progress due to their superior net run rate compared to RCB.

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Uncertainty looms as rain persists

The current weather conditions threaten to significantly impact the outcome of the season. If the rain doesn’t subside and allows for a full match, the match officials will have a crucial decision to make regarding the result. A washout would hand CSK a significant advantage, leaving RCB’s playoff hopes hanging by a thread.

Fans anxiously wait for play to resume

Cricket fans across India are eagerly waiting for updates on the weather situation in Bengaluru. A resumption of play would offer RCB a chance to fight for their playoff spot, while a washout would see CSK progress and potentially end RCB’s campaign.

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