Overview

• The IPL Governing Council extended rain-delay allowances for league matches from 60 to 120 minutes on May 20 to counter early monsoon disruptions.
• KKR CEO Venky Mysore criticized the timing of the rule change, highlighting that it came after their May 17 match against RCB was washed out, ending their playoff hopes.
• Mysore argued that the additional time could have enabled a five-over-a-side game on May 17, potentially keeping KKR in contention for the playoffs.
• Other franchises have also expressed concerns over the mid-season amendment, warning it sets a precedent for inconsistent governance in the IPL.
• The BCCI defended the decision as necessary to ensure matches are completed, citing increased rain risks in the tournament’s final stages.