IND vs BAN: Will rain play a spoilsport in the Kanpur Test?

Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, is set to face Bangladesh in the second Test at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur, starting Friday. India is riding high after a comprehensive 280-run win in the first Test at Chennai, aiming for a clean sweep against the visitors.

Kanpur Pitch Report

The Kanpur pitch is known for its traditional black soil, which offers slow conditions and minimal bounce, making it favorable for batters when watered properly. However, spinners are expected to benefit as the match progresses, making it crucial for bowlers to capitalize on these conditions.

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Kanpur Weather Report

The weather might affect play during the first three days, with a 93% chance of rain on Day 1, 80% on Day 2, and 59% on Day 3. Fortunately, the final two days are expected to be mostly dry with minimal rain chances.

India and Bangladesh Squads

• India: Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant (WK), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Shubman Gill, among others.
• Bangladesh: Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, Mominul Haque, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mushfiqur Rahim, and others.

This will be the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur. India has historically dominated Bangladesh in Tests, winning 12 of 14 matches played between the two sides.

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