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IND vs ENG: ICC introduced 3 new rules for semi-final, which was not in group stage or semi. These new rules can play a big role in determining the outcome of the match.
Wait a few more hours. After that, India and England are going to enter the field in the second mega semi-final of T20 World Cup. New Zealand has already secured a place in the final after defeating South Africa. The second finalist will be decided at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. ICC introduced 3 new rules for semi-finals, which were not in group stage or semi-finals. These new rules can play a big role in determining the outcome of the match.
Generally, two teams have to play at least 5 overs to decide the result of a T20 International match. But in case of important matches like semi-finals, some changes have been made in this rule. Here both teams have to play at least 10 overs to decide the result of the match. In other words, even if the match is interrupted due to rain, at least 10-10 overs will be played, so that both teams get an equal opportunity.
Besides, ICC has reserved days for semi-final and final matches. If it is not possible to play 10 overs on the scheduled day due to rain or any other reason, then the match will be moved to the next day i.e. reserve day. Importantly, on a reserve day, the match will resume from where it left off on the previous day, instead of starting afresh.
The first semi-final was played between South Africa and New Zealand on 4 March. Reserve day was 5 March. Which is not needed. Similarly, the reserve day for the India vs England semi-final on March 5 has been fixed on March 6. This greatly reduces the chances of the match being canceled due to weather.
But if unfortunately it is not possible to complete the match even on the reserve day, then as per ICC rules, the team which was top in the group stage will be given the opportunity to reach the final. However, such cases are very rare.
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3 new rules of ICC in the semi-final, you also know before India-England mega match
