Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield Wednesday: Championship Clash Abandoned Due to Severe Weather

Match Halted in Dramatic Circumstances

The Championship match between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield Wednesday was abandoned after an hour due to a waterlogged pitch, with Blackburn leading 1-0 when the encounter was halted on the hour. The fixture, played at Ewood Park on December 6, 2025, became the latest victim of severe weather conditions affecting English football.

Ohashi’s Goal Not Enough

Yuki Ohashi’s fifth goal of the campaign had given Rovers the lead in the 33rd minute, and although Wednesday had edged back into proceedings, Blackburn had only faced one moment of real danger when Bailey Cadamarteri’s strike was saved by Aynsley Pears early in the second half. Heavy rain created standing water on the surface at Ewood Park, making it impossible to continue.

Frustration for Rovers

It was more frustrating for Rovers, who saw a second game of the season abandoned when ahead due to the weather. In September, a match against Ipswich Town was also abandoned due to heavy rain. The abandoned fixture was replayed in full on December 2, ending in a 1-1 draw.

Relegation Battle Implications

The abandonment has significant implications for both clubs fighting at the wrong end of the Championship table. Blackburn remain four points above the relegation zone, whilst Wednesday’s fans were left frustrated having been on -10 points due to further deductions. The atmosphere was mutinous with Blackburn supporters once again calling for the end of the Venky’s tenure as owners.

Looking Ahead

Both teams will now await confirmation of when the fixture will be replayed, adding further congestion to an already packed Championship schedule. The result of the rescheduled match could prove crucial in determining which clubs avoid the drop to League One at the end of the season.