IPL Tonight: Will Dew Give Batters the Edge in Late Overs Again?
IPL Tonight: Will Dew Give Batters the Edge in Late Overs Again?
IN · Published Apr 16, 2026
Dew formation in IPL matches significantly impacts playing conditions, especially for the team bowling second.
Dew makes the ball harder to grip, favoring batsmen in the late overs as spin and pace bowling become less effective.
Captains often choose to bowl first, hoping to exploit dew-assisted batting conditions later in the game.
Dew heavily influences evening IPL games
Tonight's IPL match is poised to be heavily influenced by the presence of dew, a common factor in evening games during this time of year in India. Dew forms as the temperature drops, increasing humidity and making the outfield damp. This has a significant impact on the game, particularly for the team bowling second.
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