IND vs AUS, WTC Final: What if the rains ruin the World Test Championship final in London?

India and Australia are scheduled to square off in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, which begins on June 7. The summit match between the two best Test cricket teams will take place at The Oval in London, and it is anticipated to be a thrilling contest. 

The Kiwis, headed by Kane Williamson, had won the competition after India and New Zealand squared off in the Final match of the first edition. The outcome of that game, which was plagued by continuous rain during the game, was narrowly achieved on the reserve sixth day of the Test match. 

Now with the game again being held in London, the weather will always be a concern. If persistent rain kicks in, then the match might even end in a draw, however, this is when the ICC rules will come in.

Before the WTC Final, here's all you need to know:

When is the WTC Final between India and Australia scheduled to take place?

The WTC Final is set to be played on June 7 between India and Australia.

Where will the WTC Final between India and Australia take place?

The Oval in London will host the WTC Final between India and Australia.

What will happen if rain comes during the WTC Final between India and Australia?

The umpires will try to cover up the lost time in the subsequent days. If the lost time is not made up, then the reserve day will kick in. A fixed set of overs will be played on the reserve day.

What will happen if an entire day is washed out due to rain during WTC Final?

For ex., if the rain arrives on the second day of the WTC Final, and the entire day is washed out, then the umpires will cover up for lost time over the next three days. Whatever time is then left will be covered on the reserve day to try and eke out a result.

What will happen if rain doesn't come on any of the five days and the WTC Final ends in a draw? Will reserve day come into play?

No. Reserve Day will only kick in if the time is lost during any of the five days. If the match ends in a draw without any intervention from the weather, then reserve day will not come into play.

What will happen if WTC Final between India and Australia ends in a draw?

If WTC Final between India and Australia ends in a draw, then the two teams will be joint winners.

What will happen if WTC Final between India and Australia is tied?

If WTC Final between India and Australia is tied, then the two teams will be joint winners.