CSK vs GT, IPL 2023 Final, Highlights: CSK vs GT Summit Clash To Be Played On Monday As Rain Plays Spoilsport

CSK vs GT: Rain stops but play not possible!

The rain has finally stopped here in Ahmedabad. However, the play is not possible today due to the poor condition of the outfield. The umpires spoke to Stephen Fleming and Ashish Nehra, and the two coaches then proceeded to shake hands.

Thanks for tuning in! See you tomorrow, same time and same place!

CSK vs GT Live: Rain lightens!

The rain has lightened a bit but not enough to let the umpires think about an inspection time. Meanwhile, the groundstaff are still trying their best despite the rain being so resolute.

CSK vs GT Live: Rain persists!

No relief as it continues to pour at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Here is some update for you. The umpires have informed that the groundsmen will be needing at least one hour to prepare the ground if if stops raining. This means that if it continues to rain after 11:06 PM tonight, the match is likely to be taken to the next day as it will cross the cut-off time of 12:06 for a 5-overs-a-side game.

CSK vs GT Live: It continues to rain!

The rain is not stopping. This is not a good sign for the cricket fans.

CSK vs GT Live: Not 20-overs-a-side game anymore!

If the match takes place tonight, it will not be a 20-overs-a-side game, as per the guidelines for the final. We have already crossed the time 9:35 PM that was the cut-off time for a complete 40-over game.

CSK vs GT Live: Rain continues to play hide and seek!

This is a good news that the pitch cover has already been removed and the players are warming up. Oh, no wait. It has started raining again!

CSK vs GT Live: Rain has stopped!

Here is the good news, guys! The rain has stopped and the big covers are getting removed. The super sopper has entered the playing area and doing its work now. Let’s hope it doesn’t rain again and we shall have a toss and start time soon.

CSK vs GT Live: It could be a curtailed game!

UPDATE from Ahmedabad

Overs will start reducing after 9:35 PM IST. #TATAIPL | #Final

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: Rain stops!

The rain has stopped. It continues to play hide and seek. But for now, it a good news that we have for you. Keep your fingers crossed and hope that the rain doesn’t return and we see the toss soon tonight.

The rains have stopped… pic.twitter.com/PxF8qYZc10

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: Rain gets heavier!

The rain in Ahmedabad has gotten heavier.

CSK vs GT Live: How is the weather going to be tomorrow?

While it is known that the IPL 2023 final match will move to Monday if rain plays spoilsport tonight, the weather forecast suggests that it could also pour in Ahmedabad tomorrow as well. Here are the predictions of Monday’s weather according to Accuweather –

7 PM – 48% chances of rain

8 PM – 52% chances of rain

9 PM – 48% chances of rain

10 PM – 49% chances of rain

11 PM – 49% chances of rain

CSK vs GT Live: Head-to-head record

Both the sides have played four matches against each other. Gujarat Titans have won three of them, while Chennai Super Kings have won one. However, a factor of relief for the four-time champions is the fact that they won the most recent game between the sides that took place in Chennai. It was the Qualifier 1 of IPL 2023.

CSK vs GT Live: Rain returns!

Really sorry for sharing this bad news, but the rain has arrived again in Ahmedabad. It is getting really frustrating now for the players as well as for the crowd. However, we have something for you. In case you missed it, you can watch the CSK vs GT, IPL 2023 final match preview here –

CSK vs GT Live: It has stopped raining!

Here is some good news, folks! The rain in Ahmedabad has stopped. 

CSK vs GT Live: A relook at playing conditions –

If it continues to rain this way, we might see a truncated game. If the match starts before 9:35 PM, it will be a 20-overs-a-side contest, but if it kicks off anytime after that we will start losing over. Keep your fingers crossed! 

CSK vs GT Live: Reserve day is there!

After a lot of doubts regarding the reserve day, here is the clarity. According to the official broadcasters, there is a reserve day for IPL 2023 final. You can trust this ultimate source without a doubt. And in case, there is any change later, we will surely let you know.

CSK vs GT Live: Toss delayed due to rain!

The toss for the final match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans has been delayed due to rain. It continues to pour at the moment in Ahmedabad and it is needless to say that the covers are still on. Stay connected as we will keep updating you with the developments.

CSK vs GT Live: Glimpse of closing ceremony!

It continues to rain in Ahmedabad, the toss is going to be delayed for sure. By then, have a glimpse of the closing ceremony as Indian music producer Nucleya set the stage on fire –

An entertaining performance to kick off the #TATAIPL 2023 Final

Nucleya makes Ahmedabad groove to his tunes #TATAIPL | #Final | #CSKvGT pic.twitter.com/RWTcbMzH06

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: What if it continues to rain today?

If not even a 5-overs-a-side game is not possible due to rain tonight, the match will go into the reserve day that is Monday. If you wish to know more in detail about what the playing conditions could be rain continues to impact the game, go HERE

CSK vs GT Live: It’s pouring!

Here is the bad news, folks! It has started raining heavily at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Stay tuned for all the live updates!

CSK vs GT Live: Covers are on

As the rain gets intense, the covers are brought on to the field. Both the teams are gearing up for the much-awaited final clash but everyone hopes that rain should not play a spoilsport. 

CSK vs GT Live: Rain in Ahmedabad

Just few moments before the toss, it has started raining in Ahmedabad. This might now affect the toss as it could be delayed a bit. Stay tuned for all the live updates. 

CSK vs GT Live: Stephen Fleming’s message for CSK fans

Not long now until the final game so a perfect time to say ‘thank you’ for all the support that the team has received this year. We all understand the love for the captain but to see the grounds so full of yellow has been truely amazing.enjoy tonight, it should be a cracker.

— Stephen Fleming (@SPFleming7) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: Rayudu’s statement

2 great teams mi nd csk,204 matches,14 seasons,11 playoffs,8 finals,5 trophies.hopefully 6th tonight. It’s been quite a journey.I have decided that tonight’s final is going to be my last game in the Ipl.i truly hav enjoyed playing this great tournament.Thank u all. No u turn

— ATR (@RayuduAmbati) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: CST star announces retirement

Just few hours before the finale, Chennai Super Kings veteran batter Ambati Rayudu announces his retirement from the IPL with the final match against Gujarat Titans to his last match. 

CSK vs GT Live: Interesting fact

In 9 out of 12 finals since 2011, the side winning Qualifier 1 has gone on to win the final as well.

CSK vs GT Live: Narendra Modi Stadium is all set

All the action, drama, emotion which is set to get captured by more than 50 different cameras across the stadium

Mr. Dev Shriyan, Director – Production and Broadcast breaks down the coverage of the Final Showdown for us#TATAIPL | #CSKvGT | #Final pic.twitter.com/pankEr6VHz

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: Pitch is all set

They BCCI’s team of Pitch Curators has worked tirelessly to provide sporting pitches over the course of the tournament

A big thank you to all of them involved behind the scenes in the #TATAIPL

This is their story#Final | #CSKvGT pic.twitter.com/6euIgibxY0

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 28, 2023

CSK vs GT Live: Closing ceremony

Here’s all you need to know about the closing ceremony of IPL 2023. Read here. 

CSK vs GT IPL 2023 Final Live: Predicted XI for both the teams

Here’s what we think could be the Playing XIs for both the teams in the final match of IPL 2023. Read here. 

CSK vs GT Live: GT’s strength and weakness

Here’s what we think are the strength and weakness of Gujarat Titans. Read here. 

CSK vs GT Live: CSK’s strength and weakness

Here’s what we think are the strength and weakness of Chennai Super Kings. Read here. 

CSK vs GT Live: Weather report

Here’s what will happen if the final match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans gets abandoned due to rain or any other reason. Read here. 

CSK vs GT Live: Dhoni’s brilliant wicketkeeping

Known for his lightning-fast wicket-keeping, the CSK skipper has also achieved the most number of catches by a wicketkeeper in the IPL finals. Dhoni has got six catches, followed by Quinton de Kock with 4, and Kamran Akmal and Dinesh Karthik with two each.

CSK vs GT Live: Dhoni’s magnificent record

The CSK skipper is also the fifth-highest run-scorer in the history of IPL finals, with a total of 180 runs. The first player on the list is Suresh Raina with 249 runs, followed Shane Watson (236), Rohit Sharma (183), and Murli Vijay (181). Apart from this, he has got 170 runs in the IPL finals, which is the maximum by any captain.

CSK vs GT Live: Dhoni’s 250th IPL appearance

The Final match of IPL 2023 will be MS Dhoni’s 250th IPL appearance, his 11th final as a player and his 10th as a skipper. No other player has played 250 IPL matches and Dhoni is the first player to do so. Dhoni has made most appearances in IPL finals as a player and as a captain.