Rohit Sharma’s India is set to face Najmul Hossain Shanto’s Bangladesh in the second Test in Kanpur, following an impressive 280-run victory by India in the first Test in Chennai. As Bangladesh aims to level the series in Kanpur today (September 27), they face a potential new adversary — monsoon rains.
Kanpur weather report today
The weather forecast suggests rain may disrupt the highly anticipated match. According to AccuWeather, thunderstorms and showers are expected on Day 1, potentially causing delays. A thunderstorm is predicted as early as 10 am, lasting for two hours, with another likely at 1 pm. Given that play usually begins at 9.30 am, this could lead to a significant interruption.
Day 2 also promises cloudy skies with chances of thunderstorms. Day 3, often referred to as “moving day” in Test cricket, might see early morning rain, with cloudy conditions persisting throughout the day. The good news, however, is that Days 4 and 5 are expected to have clear skies, providing hope for uninterrupted play in the latter half of the Test. With the series on the line, the weather could play a crucial role in deciding the outcome.
India’s superlative performance in Chennai
India showcased their batting and bowling depth, despite Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli contributing just 34 runs between them across four innings. Three Indian players scored centuries, and two added half-centuries. On the bowling front, Indian seamers took eight wickets in Bangladesh’s first innings, while the spinners claimed nine in the second.
As Bangladesh prepares for the second Test in Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium, challenges remain. The last Test here saw New Zealand’s tail bat out for a draw, and uncertainty looms over the pitch, with the ground staff preparing two surfaces.