The Women’s ODI World Cup final between India and South Africa was pushed back because of rain, but fans in Navi Mumbai are still buzzing. The toss is scheduled for 3:00 p.m., and the match will start at 3:30 p.m. at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.
A light shower began around noon, so ground staff covered the pitch and kept the players inside the dugout while the rain slowed down. By about 2:00 p.m., the clouds cleared and the sunshine returned. The crowd erupted when the covers were taken off and the umpires inspected the field. They spotted a few puddles outside the circle, but the ground crew was quick to mop them up as the Indian and South African teams began their warm‑ups on the edge of the day.
While rain fell earlier in the morning across Navi Mumbai, Thane and Mumbai, the stadium’s atmosphere never faltered. Huge crowds gathered outside the pitch, turning the final into the biggest crowd the venue has ever seen. India’s women, who knocked out holders Australia in the semifinal, have played twice at home before (2005, 2017) but have never lifted the trophy. South Africa are new to the city and the World Cup, so both teams are chasing their first title.
Even though the match was halted, there is a reserve day in case more rain washes out play. The ICC is committed to finishing the game on Sunday, even if it means a shortened contest. Fans can be sure the excitement will carry on, with the crowd’s energy setting the stage for a historic showdown.
Source: ianslive
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