Match Overview
The much-anticipated clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans (GT) was, unfortunately, abandoned due to persistent rainfall in Hyderabad. The match, which was scheduled to take place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Tuesday, May 10, was called off without a ball being bowled.
Scorecard
As the match was abandoned before it could get underway, there is no official scorecard to report.
Highlights
* The match was scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST, but heavy rainfall delayed the toss and subsequent proceedings.
* The umpires inspected the ground conditions multiple times, but the outfield remained unplayable due to waterlogging.
* After a lengthy delay, the match officials decided to abandon the game.
* This is the second match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season to be abandoned due to rain. The first was between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore on May 5.
Impact on Teams and Standings
The abandonment of the match has no impact on the standings of either team. SRH remain at the bottom of the points table with two points from eight matches, while GT remain in second place with 12 points from nine matches.
Disappointment for Fans
The abandonment of the SRH vs GT match is a major disappointment for fans who had eagerly anticipated this highly-anticipated encounter. Both teams have been performing well this season, and it would have been an exciting match to witness.
Next Fixtures
SRH will next face Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on May 12. GT will next play against Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on May 15.
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