So today, we are going to talk about something very important What happens if a match is stopped due to rain in Dream11? I know many of you worry about this. You make your team, pay money to join contests, and then boom it starts raining! & then you start thinking, “hey bro, now what will happen to my money?”. Dont worry we will explain everything in details.

First, What Does “Match Abandoned” Mean in Dream11?

Before we understand the rain part, let’s first know what “abandoned” means in Dream11. Because you’ll hear this word a lot when rain messes up the matches.

“Abandoned” means the match gets canceled. It means the match could not finish properly because of some reason like rain, storm, bad weather, or even other issues. Sometimes even if the match has started, it gets abandoned midway. And sometimes it gets canceled even before the first ball is bowled.

There are mainly 3 reasons why a match gets abandoned:

1. Rain Before the Match Even Starts

Imagine players are ready to start. Fans are excited. Toss is done. But then it starts raining heavily.
No ball is bowled. Umpires wait, wait, and wait.
Still rain doesn’t stop. So they decide to cancel the match.

In this case, it’s called abandoned without a ball being bowled.

2. Rain After Some Overs Are Played

Now, suppose the match has started.
One team bats, they complete maybe 10-20 overs.
Then suddenly dark clouds come, rain starts, storm comes.
Because of that, the match cannot continue.
After a long wait, umpires cancel the match.

This is abandoned after partial play.

3. Other Reasons Like Ground Issue or Bad Lights

Sometimes it’s not just rain.
Maybe floodlights stop working.
Maybe the ground gets damaged.
Or maybe some technical issues come up.
So the match gets canceled even if the weather is fine.

But in this blog, we are mainly focusing on rain.

Now the Main Question: What Happens If a Match Is Stopped Due to Rain in Dream11?

Okay, let’s come to the real thing you want to know. Here’s the full answer in a very simple way:

Case 1: Match Was Canceled Before the Start (No Ball Bowled)

No toss happened or even if toss happened, no ball was bowled.
Match canceled completely.
Dream11 cancels all the contests related to that match.
No winners are announced.
100% of your entry fee gets refunded to your Dream11 wallet.
You get your full money back — ₹10, ₹50, ₹1000 — whatever you spent.

Good thing: No loss at all.
Where to check: You can check your refund in the “My Transactions” section of Dream11 app.

Case 2: Match Started, Some Overs Played, Then Rain Stopped It

Now this is a little tricky.
Suppose 15-20 overs were completed, and then rain spoiled everything.
Two things can happen here:

(a) If a Result is Declared (DLS, Super Over, or Overs Reduced)

If the officials somehow declare a result by DLS method, Super Over, or overs reduction, then Dream11 will consider that match.
Points you earned from players’ performances till that point will be counted.
Winners will be announced normally based on total points.
Prizes will be distributed.

Good thing: If you chose good players who performed before the rain, you can still win prizes!

(b) If No Result is Declared (Match Called Off)

If match gets canceled completely and no result is declared at all, then Dream11 cancels all contests.
No winners are announced.
100% of your entry fee gets refunded to your Dream11 wallet.

Good thing again: You get your full money back.
No need to worry: You don’t lose anything.

How to Check Refund After Match Cancellation in Dream11?

Some people panic when the match gets canceled and they don’t see money instantly.
Relax, yaar! It takes some time. Usually, Dream11 refunds your money within 2 hours after the match is officially canceled.

Here’s how you can check your refund:

Open your Dream11 app.
Click on Menu (top left or right corner).
Go to My Balance.
Tap on My Transactions.
Look for Entry Refund.
You will see the amount refunded with the match details.

You will also get an email from Dream11 confirming that your money is refunded. Check your email inbox and spam folder too, just in case.

Bonus Tip: What If Refund Is Delayed?

Very rare, but sometimes refund takes a little longer. Maybe because of server load, too many matches, technical issue, etc.

If you don’t get your money back even after 24 hours:

Contact Dream11 support directly through the app.
Click on Help & Support section.
Raise a ticket mentioning your issue.

Dream11 team usually responds quickly and solves the problem.

Why Dream11 Cancels Contests When Match Is Abandoned?

Some people ask, “Bro, why cancel contests? Why not distribute points anyway?”

Simple reason — if the match is not completed properly, it becomes unfair.

Some players didn’t even get to bat or bowl.
Weather conditions spoil the fairness of the match.
So Dream11 follows fair-play policies and cancels contests when needed.

They prefer refunding your money instead of giving unfair results. Good na? At least you don’t lose money blindly.

What If Only Some Contests Are Canceled, and Some Are Not?

Now this is very rare, but can happen. Suppose the main match is canceled, but some mini-contests that were based only on first innings or first 10 overs may still continue (like special contests).

In that case:

Dream11 may still declare winners based on whatever points were earned till that short period.
You may win or lose based on your player selection in that phase.

But for normal full-match contests — if match is canceled without result, the contest is canceled and refund is given.

Quick Summary for You (Save This!)

Situation	What Happens in Dream11?
Match canceled before ball bowled	Full refund
Match started, no result declared	Full refund
Match started, result declared (DLS/Super Over)	Points count, prizes distributed
Delay in refund	Contact support after 24 hours

FAQs

Q1. Will Dream11 refund my entry fee if a match is canceled due to rain?

Yes! If the match is completely canceled because of rain and no result is declared, Dream11 will refund your full entry fee back to your wallet. No matter if you paid ₹10 or ₹1000 — you’ll get it all back.

Q2. How long does Dream11 take to refund the money after match cancellation?

Usually, Dream11 refunds your money within 2 hours after the match is officially called off. But sometimes, if there’s too much traffic or technical delay, it can take up to 24 hours. If it takes longer than that, you can contact Dream11 Support from inside the app.

Q3. What happens if the match was half played and then stopped due to rain?

If the match was partially played, two things can happen:

If the officials declare a result (like using DLS or a Super Over), then Dream11 will continue the contest. Winners will be declared based on points.
If no result is declared, Dream11 will cancel the contest and refund your entry fee fully.

Q4. Do points count if the match is shortened because of rain?

Yes! If the match is shortened — like 20 overs instead of 50 overs — and a result is declared, Dream11 will still award points based on the player performances during those overs. The points are counted normally!

Q5. How can I check if my Dream11 refund has been processed?

Very easy:

Open your Dream11 app.
Go to Menu.
Tap on My Balance.
Click My Transactions.
Look for an entry called Entry Refund.

You’ll see the refunded amount there with match details. You will also get an email from Dream11 confirming the refund.

Q6. Will Dream11 send an email after refunding the money?

Yes! Dream11 always sends an email when they process your refund.
Check your email inbox or even your spam folder if you don’t see it immediately.

Q7. If rain interrupts a match but a winner is declared, will I still win prizes?

Yes! If the match ends with a proper winner (even after DLS, Super Over, or reduced overs), Dream11 will continue the contest normally. Your points will be counted, winners will be announced, and prizes will be distributed based on the final points.

Final Words

So next time if you see clouds coming or rain disturbing your match, no tension! You now know exactly what happens if a match is stopped due to rain in Dream11. Either you win based on whatever happened till rain or your money safely comes back to your wallet.

Just focus on making the best teams when the weather is good! And in case rain happens — chill, watch Netflix and wait for your money to come back.