Mumbai: Match 67 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, featuring Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, was interrupted by unexpected and unseasonal rainfall, prompting players to seek shelter in the dressing rooms at Wankhede Stadium on Friday. Play was suspended for approximately 45 minutes before umpires decided to resume proceedings at 10:50 pm, with no overs lost.
Mumbai Indians had reached 33 runs without loss in the fourth over when rain forced the interruption. Ground staff swiftly covered the central square, allowing players to seek refuge promptly.
Mumbai Indians made a solid start in pursuit of a target of 215, with Rohit Sharma and Dewald Brevis opening the innings. Rohit, who entered as an Impact Substitute, scored two sixes and a four in an unbeaten 20 off 13 balls, while Brevis scored nine runs off 10 balls. Mumbai requires an additional 182 runs from 97 balls when play resumes.
Rainfall commenced around 10:05 pm and lasted approximately 15 minutes. Ground staff promptly removed covers and utilized super-soppers on the outfield, closely monitored by umpires with umbrellas on the field.
