The beginning of the second qualifier match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) has been delayed by rain. As the players were to get onto the ground, it started raining in Ahmedabad. The match was rescheduled to start at 8:25 PM IST after a delay, but the rain returned once again, causing more delay. As of 9:15 PM IST, there has been no play so far due to rain. Although, the grounds men are out to dry up the outfield as soon as the rain stopped, but will the return? the chances are high. There are no updates yet, but here is the most important information regarding the cut-off time: So that there can be a complete 40-over match, the game should commence by 9:30 PM IST. If that does not take place, the deadline for a 5-over game is 11:56 PM IST. That implies the first ball needs to be bowled by 11:56 PM to even have a 5-over game. Considering the weather, there are very less chance of a full game. Also Read | Watch: Preity Zinta Visited Ambaji Temple Before Qualifier 2 PBKS Wins Toss, Opts to Bowl First Punjab Kings (PBKS) have won the toss and opted to bowl first, keeping the overcast conditions in mind. Their premier leg-spinner, Yuzvendra Chahal, is back after missing three matches, and his inclusion is a big boost to Punjab Kings’ bowling attack. Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, made a forced change, bringing in Reece Topley in place of Richard Gleeson, who had replaced Deepak Chahar in the eliminator game against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur. Both teams have performed consistently throughout the season and are just one win away from securing a place in the IPL 2025 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Mumbai Indians will hope the match is played, as a washout will see Punjab Kings go through since they finished the league stage at number 1 in the points table.