DC vs MI: The tension in the IPL 2025 season is rising with rain now playing a big spoiler. Delhi Capitals (DC), who are fighting hard for a playoffs spot, are now worried about their crucial upcoming match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Wednesday. Due to heavy rain warnings in Mumbai, DC co-owner Parth Jindal has written to the IPL, requesting the match to be shifted to a different venue. This request has come just a day after another match, RCB vs SRH, was moved from Bengaluru to Lucknow due to bad weather.
Why Delhi Capitals Are Worried
Delhi Capitals are at a very delicate stage in the tournament. They need to win both their remaining matches to qualify for the playoffs. But if Wednesday’s match against Mumbai Indians is washed out because of rain, it could badly damage DC’s hopes of qualifying. Mumbai will be happy though, because even a washout will give them one point—taking them closer to the top four.
What Did Parth Jindal Say?
In an email to IPL officials, Parth Jindal called this match a “virtual quarterfinal” and said it would be unfair if it gets washed out after they had already known about the bad weather for almost a week. He pointed out that IPL had shifted the RCB vs SRH match for similar reasons, so the same rule should apply to DC vs MI as well. Jindal said, “The forecast in Mumbai is for heavy rains… just as the game between RCB and SRH has been moved, this game also should be moved to a different location.”
Rain Alert in Mumbai
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert in Mumbai for the next four days. According to AccuWeather, there’s an 80% chance of rain during the day and a 25% chance at night. Around 1.5 hours of rainfall is predicted, which can affect the match timings and even lead to a washout.
What’s at Stake in MI vs DC Match?
This match is extremely important. If Mumbai Indians win, they qualify for the playoffs. If Delhi wins, the race stays open and both teams will have to win their final games against Punjab Kings to stay in the top four fight. However, if the match gets washed out, MI will go to 15 points and DC to 14. Then DC will be forced to depend on MI losing their last game, which isn’t a comfortable position.
IPL’s Rule Change Drama
This situation also comes after another controversy. KKR CEO Venky Mysore had earlier raised concerns about IPL changing rain-related rules mid-tournament. He said their match against RCB got washed out before this new 120-minute rule for rain delays was introduced. If that rule had been there earlier, maybe their match could have continued and KKR might still be in the playoff race.
Can DC Still Qualify if Match Is Washed Out?
Yes, but it’s tough. If Wednesday’s match is washed out, DC will have to beat Punjab Kings in their last match and hope that MI lose to PBKS in their final game. That’s the only way DC can make it into the playoffs. It’s a complicated road, and rain has made it even harder.
The weather has added a twist to this already intense IPL 2025 season. Delhi Capitals, fighting for survival, have made a fair request, asking IPL to treat all teams equally and shift the match just like they did for RCB. Now, all eyes are on the league’s decision and the Mumbai sky. Rain or no rain, fans are in for a thrilling end to the group stage.
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FAQs
Why did Delhi Capitals ask to shift the MI match?
They fear the game will be washed out due to heavy rains and want fair chances for both teams.
What happens if the MI vs DC match is washed out?
Both teams get 1 point. MI will be at 15 points and DC at 14, making DC’s playoff qualification much harder.
Has any match been moved before due to rain?
Yes, the RCB vs SRH match on May 23 was moved from Bengaluru to Lucknow for the same reason.
When will MI and DC play their last matches?
Both teams will play their final league games against Punjab Kings after this match.
