sohum
Executive member
Actually, it was in complete disregard of the rules than the Australian's unassailable position. I believe as soon as 20 overs have been completed by each side the match is fit to be completed and decided on the basis of D/L. Only if 20 overs have not been completed does the reserve day come into action.The umpires and officials suggested playing the few remaining overs of the match the following day, despite Australia being in an unassailable position.
Eventually, those overs were bowled in near pitch blackness.