INDW vs SAW, ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final LIVE: When is the last time the final can start? Details
The ICC has set a cut-off time of 9:08 PM local time to ensure a minimum 20-over match can be played on November 2. If conditions prevent this, a reserve day is available.
Last Updated: 04.16 PM, Nov 02, 2025
In the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final between India and South Africa, contingency plans have been clearly defined to handle possible weather interruptions. According to information shared by ICC, the semi-finals and final have an additional two-hour extension window to complete the match, with critical cut-off timing established to ensure that a result is sought on the scheduled day itself.
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What is the cut-off time to start the final?
The latest update states that the cut-off time for a match to qualify as a minimum 20-overs-per-side game is 9:08 PM local time. If conditions allow, officials will use the extension to try and get at least a 20-over match underway on the original final day, November 2.
This cut-off time represents the last possible moment to initiate a match that can produce an official result according to ICC playing conditions. Should rain or bad light prevent the match from reaching this stage, the game will be postponed to the reserve day.
Is there any reserve day for the final?
Yes, there is a reserve day for the final, in case we do not get 20 overs played tonight.
This arrangement ensures maximum opportunity for the final to reach a result on the day of the scheduled final, honouring the significance of such a prestigious occasion. The rule for a minimum of 20 overs per side to be played for a result to stand applies strictly, so games shortened beyond this limit are deferred to the reserve day, maintaining fairness and competitiveness.
What would happen if the reserve day gets washed out?
If, in a rare scenario, play cannot commence by the cut-off or if the reserve day itself is washed out, the ICC regulations state that the trophy will be shared between India and South Africa as joint champions.
While this outcome is undesirable for a World Cup final, it underscores the ICC’s commitment to player safety, fairness, and sporting spirit in the face of inclement weather.