ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Dew-Control Chemical from USA Used at Chepauk Stadium for India vs Zimbabwe Encounter

Dew is a big issue in day-night matches, especially in south India where humidity is high. India will play Zimbabwe in Chennai on Thursday, and the MA Chidambaram Stadium has come up with a new way to deal with the dew problem. According to the resources, a special chemical called “Dew Cure” has been brought in from the USA. It is expected to help reduce moisture on the ground during evening matches.

On Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon, the same chemical has been sprayed on the ground, mixed with water, Plans are also there to spray the same chemical on Thursday afternoon, so that it can take full effect, by the time the match starts.

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India Founded: 1926

The India National Cricket Team represents India in international cricket and is one of the strongest teams in the world.

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Zimbabwe Founded: 1992

Zimbabwe’s cricket team has faced a crisis from 2003 to 2011 due to player withdrawals and a general strike, resulting in poor performances.

The source said that,

“Once Dew Cure is sprayed, it ensures that there is no moisture on the grass leaves. As soon as it gets wet, it will be absorbed and the grass leaves will turn dry,”

On the other hand, the evening before the match, the players remained a bit late after the training session to check if the dew arrives. For now, it appears that there are no issues related to dew. Moving ahead in the tournament, the dew control system might be implemented in the semis too, but there is no confirmation related to the same.

However, in the coming days, the BCCI might make it compulsory to use the chemical, as the IPL is scheduled to take place on March 26, 2026. There. dew is also an issue. When it comes to India’s prospects in the T20 World Cup, the team must win their remaining two matches, come what may. After the Zimbabwe match, they will be facing West Indies.

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