The Final That Wasn't In a shocking turn of events, the match between India and New Zealand was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to persistent rain at the Old Trafford in Manchester. The much-anticipated encounter, which was supposed to be the culmination of the ICC World Cup 2019, ended in disappointment for the fans who had gathered at the ground. The rain started pouring down just before the scheduled start time, and despite efforts by the groundstaff to clear the pitch, it became increasingly difficult to get the game underway. The umpires made a joint decision to abandon the match, leaving both teams and their supporters frustrated. This was not the first time that the weather had played spoilsport in this tournament. In fact, there have been several matches affected by rain or bad light, but none as high-profile as this one. The final, which is considered the biggest game in international cricket, has been reduced to a mere formality with England and New Zealand sharing the title. The Indian team was looking to win their first World Cup since 1983, while the Kiwis were seeking their second title after their triumph in 2000. Both teams had fought hard to reach this stage, but unfortunately, they never got the chance to settle matters on the field. The victory will be shared between the two teams, with England's Jason Roy and New Zealand's Kane Williamson being presented with the winner's trophy. The abandonment of the match has sparked controversy, with some fans questioning whether it was fair to share the title without a game having been played. However, the ICC rules state that if the match is abandoned without a ball being bowled, then the teams should share the spoils. Despite the disappointment, both teams have vowed to put this set...#India #Manchester #New_Zealand #Kane_Williamson #Jason_Roy #Old_Trafford #ICC_World_Cup_2019
