India vs Bangladesh Live Score, 2nd Test, Day 3: Outfield Still Not Ready, Next Inspection At...
India vs Bangladesh LIVE Score: Two separate umpire inspections have been unsuccessful so far on Day 3.
- NDTV Sports Desk
- Updated:September 29, 2024 01:16 PM IST
India vs Bangladesh LIVE Score: The first session of Day 3 was over without a ball bowled, as umpires expressed dissatisfaction regarding the soggy nature of the outfield. Day 2 of the second Test between India and Bangladesh was washed out entirely without a single ball bowled at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. With Bangladesh in a precarious position, they would have hoped to build on Mominul's resilient knock, but the weather frustrated both teams. The weather has raised concerns about whether there will be enough play to force a result. This could be a huge blow for Bangladesh as they already trail 0-1 in the two-match series. (Live Scorecard)
Here are the LIVE Updates of India vs Bangladesh LIVE Score of 2nd Test Match Day 3, Straight from Green Park Stadium, Kanpur
- 13:01 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: 1 hour till the next updateWe are one hour away from the next update, scheduled to take place at 2 PM. Fingers crossed this will be more positive than the last two umpire inspections.If no play is possible after 2 PM, we are unlikely to have any more action on Day 3.
- 12:32 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: There is still hope for playOn Day 2, play had been called off by this time. However, with no rain at all, umpires and officials today are hopeful for some action. Maybe not even 35 overs, but anything to get the Test match rolling again.The big issue preventing play are the wet patches on the outfield, which haven't dried due to a lack of sunshine.
- 12:20 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: The BCCI stamp
The next inspection will take place at 2 PM IST. #TeamIndia | #INDvBAN | @IDFCFIRSTBank https://t.co/mFvJO8etwS
— BCCI (@BCCI) September 29, 2024 - 12:13 (IST)
- 11:45 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: India's T20I SquadMeanwhile, India announced their T20I squad for the Bangladesh series last night. The big talking points were that 156.7 kmph pace sensation Mayank Yadav got his long-awaited India call-up, while Ruturaj Gaikwad was left out.You can catch the full squad HERE
- 11:29 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: Clouds returningThere's good news and bad news. The good news is that rain is not expected for the time being, as per forecast. The bad news is that there's still very little sunshine to dry the outfield and start play.Meanwhile, we're heading towards Lunch on Day 3.
It's getting cloudy at the Kanpur stadium. pic.twitter.com/fH6tEkQXFS
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 29, 2024 - 11:24 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Inspection at 12 PMNo play could be made possible at the start of Day 3. There has been a lot of work on the pitch, but the outfield remains soggy, due to the lack of sunshine. The umpire inspection at 10 AM stated that no play could be possible for the time being.The next inspection is at 12:00 PM IST.
- 11:22 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Where the match standsBangladesh are 107/3 against India in the first innings of the second Test. The caveat? No play has been possible for a day and a half now. Only 35 overs bowled in Kanpur, after which the rain gods have had quite a big say.But, there may be more positive news soon.
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- 10:34 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Waiting for the sunIt seems like the big need is for the sun to come out and dry the wet patches on the outfield. As of now, it has no dried quickly enough for play to resume.Still overcast in Kanpur, but weather forecast suggests a little bit of sun as the afternoon gets on.
- 10:16 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: BCCI announce next inspectionOfficial confirmation:
UPDATE: Next inspection to take place at 12 PM IST.#TeamIndia | #INDvBAN | @IDFCFIRSTBank https://t.co/KWGXNocfLD
— BCCI (@BCCI) September 29, 2024 - 09:44 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch checks still ongoingAs per our visuals, there's a really big effort being made to make sure that the inspection at 10 AM is a good one. Lots of people surrounding the pitch, working on it. Stumps and creases have been put.Very little work on the outfield. Seems to be drying.
- 09:29 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch cover fully offThe entire pitch cover is now off. Lush green outfield underneath the cloudy conditions. The rollers and soppers are at work, and constant checks are being made. Most importantly, it's not raining!Remember, pitch and ground inspection is at 10:00 AM IST.
- 08:58 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: Positive newsSome fantastic news. The covers are coming off, and it is dry for the moment in Kanpur. Forecast suggests some rain in store for the next couple of hours, but we can hope.The covers are coming off at the Green Park Stadium.
The covers are coming off at the Green Park Stadium.
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 29, 2024
- The outfield looks dry as well. pic.twitter.com/JV7zyXzxa2 - 08:57 (IST)IND vs BAN Live Score: Play talking pointsLet's look at some big talking points when it comes to play:1. No Ravindra Jadeja: India captain Rohit Sharma has not given a single out of 35 overs to Ravindra Jadeja, but is he likely to get the ball if play resumes? Unlikely, given the conditions.2. Bangladesh middle order: Bangladesh's experienced middle order -- Mominul, Mushfiqur, Shakib and Litton -- will need to come good.3. Forfeit innings? A highly unlikely scenario but could both sides forfeit one innings each to force a result in the match?
- 08:35 (IST)IND vs BAN Live: Kanpur weather forecastAs per Accuweather, light rain is expected in the early hours of Day 3. However, it is supposed to remain overcast after that with no rain, and a little bit of sun as the day goes on.Will that be enough to salvage some play? We can only hope.