Rain forecast threatens India-West Indies fifth T20I in Bengaluru

What happened

The five-match T20I series is level at 2-2 ahead of the scheduled October 17 finale in Bengaluru.

Context and what is known

Forecasts indicated rain and thunderstorms, leading to concerns about lost playing time. Weather is a risk, not confirmation that the game has been cancelled; the match referee and officials will make that decision.

Reading the result and the next step

A forecast indicates a risk of delay or interruption; it cannot establish that a match has been abandoned before officials act. The start time, ground conditions and the tournament's playing regulations all matter if rain arrives. Any report on an eventual shortened game, revised target or cancellation should use the umpires' and organisers' decisions rather than an earlier weather prediction.

Reporting source

The Indian Express — original reporting