IND vs BAN, 2nd Test Kanpur Weather Report: Rain likely to play spoilsport on Day 1

India vs Bangladesh, Kanpur Weather Report: The second Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park could face weather disruptions, with rain and thunderstorms predicted on Day 1. According to AccuWeather, thunderstorms are expected throughout Friday, potentially affecting the start of the match.

In Short

• Rain and thunderstorms predicted for first three days of Kanpur Test
• India to take on Bangladesh in the second Test in Kanpur
• India look to secure an 18th consecutive Test series win at home

India are set to face Bangladesh in the second and final Test of the series at Green Park, aiming for a clean sweep. Following their dominant 280-run victory in Chennai, India look to secure their 18th consecutive Test series win at home. However, the weather in Kanpur might have other plans, with rain threatening to disrupt play on the first day.

The match is scheduled to start on Friday, but the weather forecast suggests that rain could affect the proceedings for the first three days. Showers arrived earlier than expected, prompting the ground staff to cover the pitch and outfield. This is likely to test the players' patience, especially with rain and thunderstorms predicted for the early stages of the match.

India come into the Test with high confidence after a convincing win in Chennai. Despite early setbacks, where Bangladesh had them in trouble at 192-6, India bounced back thanks to a century from Ravichandran Ashwin and an 86-run contribution from Ravindra Jadeja. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant also impressed with hundreds in the second innings, putting India in command.

Yet, concerns linger over the form of captain Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli. Both failed to deliver in Chennai, and the team will be looking for them to return to form on a track that may suit them better in Kanpur. The flat nature of the Green Park surface, which is expected to slow down as the match progresses, could be a key factor in helping the duo regain their rhythm.

The wicket at Green Park, prepared with black soil, is known to be unpredictable when it comes to bounce and carry. Unlike the Chennai track that offered consistent bounce, Kanpur’s surface is likely to be slower and could change in behavior as the match unfolds. While the pitch won’t be a rank turner initially, the slow nature may encourage the team to opt for an extra spinner. This could see the inclusion of either Axar Patel or Kuldeep Yadav, likely replacing Akash Deep in the XI.

KANPUR WEATHER REPORT

According to the latest reports, thunderstorms are expected on Day 1, while Day 2 could also see cloudy conditions with possible rain. Sunday, which is Day 3 and often referred to as the "moving day" in Test cricket, may also see early morning showers, followed by a cloudy day. The good news is that Days 4 and 5 appear to be clear of rain, which could offer some relief for both teams and fans alike.

Despite the threat of rain on the first three days, India will be eager to assert their dominance, while Bangladesh will hope to turn their fortunes around and avoid another heavy defeat. With high anticipation around the weather and pitch conditions, all eyes will be on how India and Bangladesh navigate these challenges as the series concludes in Kanpur.