The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati is ready to host their last match of the season, as the fans are excited for the 'Battle of Royals' between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
But it's the rain, which is playing the spoilsport ahead of the massive game.
The toss for the match has been delayed due to rain. The intensity of the rain, however, increased as the minutes ticked by, forcing the groundsmen to run and cover the outfield.
This has disappointed the fans of both the teams, who were geared up for what would have otherwise been an electrifying clash.
RR and RCB in Strong Form
Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals are enjoying a magnificent season and are at the top of the table with three consecutive wins. On the other hand, Rajat Patidar led Royal Challengers Bengaluru have also picked up well this season, having won both their matches so far and are looking to make it three on the trot.
With both batting lines having some star names and good bowling attack present in both the teams this should prove to be a close game, and it would have been a high-scoring encounter, had it not been for the rain.
Some Rays of Hope in the Weather Forecast
Notwithstanding, all is not lost when it comes to the game on hand. The AccuWeather weather forecast shows a 56% of rain in Guwahati throughout the day on April 10, 2026. However, the forecast becomes really encouraging for players and spectators alike, as the chances of rain dips to just 8% by the evening.
This indicates that the match is not expected to be a completely washout. However, after a delayed start, a mid-game delay in play is a possibility, as the weather in Guwahati has been known to be quite fickle at times.
Fans and players can only wait for the rains to subside now, and hope that by the time play is scheduled to begin, clear conditions would permit the "Battle of Royals" to be a fitting climax to the Guwahati phase of IPL 2026.