Forecasts had listed the matchup among the MLB games with a high risk of rain delays Sunday, with thunderstorms expected to continue through the afternoon. The series finale between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians was delayed by rain Sunday afternoon before the start of the second inning at Rate Field. The Guardians were leading 2-1 when play was stopped.The Chicago White Sox grounds crew rolls out the tarp during a rain delay in the second inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)Chicago weatherUmpires initially allowed the game to continue through light rain but eventually called for the tarp as severe storms approached the area.The official White Sox account posted, "Severe storms are approaching the area. The game is currently in a delay due to inclement weather. We are monitoring the situation and will provide updates when available."No official time has been announced for the game to resume. Forecasts had listed the matchup among the MLB games with a high risk of rain delays Sunday, with thunderstorms expected to continue through the afternoon.Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read MoreCatch all the latest Sports News, scores, and highlights in one place. Stay updated with real-time coverage of your favorite games and athletes along with Lionel Messi latest updates.See Less