In the ongoing cricket match, Pakistan’s chase of a 402-run target was initially progressing well, with the team at 160-1 after 21.3 overs. According to the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method, Pakistan was ahead of the par score by 10 runs, factoring in their wicket loss and overs bowled.
However, if the match resumes with overs lost due to rain, several scenarios would come into play:
- If the match is reduced to 45 overs, the new target for Pakistan would be 370 runs. This means Pakistan would need 210 runs to win in the remaining 23.3 overs. While challenging, it’s still achievable, especially if the batsmen maintain a high run rate.
- If the match is further reduced to 35 overs, the target would be adjusted to 297 runs. Pakistan would then require 137 runs in the remaining 13.3 overs. This scenario places greater pressure on the batting side to accelerate their scoring rate.
- In the most shortened format, if the match is reduced to 30 overs, the target would be 252 runs. In this case, Pakistan would need 92 runs to win in 8.3 overs, which becomes a more demanding task, as the required run rate increases significantly.
These scenarios illustrate the impact of rain delays on the target and the challenge that Pakistan would face in their chase, with shorter overs making the task progressively more difficult. Adjusting strategies and maintaining a balanced approach will be essential for Pakistan to secure victory in a potentially rain-affected match.
