As Team India gears up for the highly anticipated second Test against Bangladesh, starting Friday at Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and anticipation. However, the match faced a delay due to a wet outfield caused by overnight rain, prompting ground staff to work diligently to prepare the pitch for play.
Weather Delays Start of Play
The conditions at Green Park have been challenging, with rain dampening parts of the outfield. The start of the match was postponed as ground staff worked to make the field playable. Indian players took to the field to assess the situation, showcasing their readiness despite the weather setbacks.Â
“Overcast conditions. It’s a black soil pitch. Traditionally pitches here have been slow and low. First innings totals always on the higher side and scores get low as the game progresses. Enough straw coloured grass in it for the bowlers to get some movement” – opined Murali Kartik ahead of the game, looking at the pitch and weather conditions.
A Nostalgic Reunion
In a heartwarming moment amid the pre-match hustle, former Indian captain Virat Kohli was spotted catching up with his former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) teammate Dinesh Karthik, who will be commentating during the match.Â
Their friendly exchange has gone viral on social media, highlighting their camaraderie even after Karthik’s retirement from professional cricket earlier this year. Karthik concluded his illustrious 19-year career in June and has since taken on a new role as batting coach and mentor for RCB in IPL 2025.
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Match Updates: India Wins Toss
In a crucial development, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl first against Bangladesh. This decision comes as India leads the two-match series 1-0, having secured a commanding victory in the first Test by 280 runs. The Indian team remains unchanged, while Bangladesh has made two alterations to their lineup, bringing in Khaled Ahmed and Taijul Islam in place of Taskin Ahmed and Nahid Rana.
With Virat Kohli reuniting with Dinesh Karthik ahead of this pivotal Test match, fans are eager to see how both players contribute to their respective roles—Kohli on the field and Karthik in the commentary box.Â
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