Rain Interrupts First Day of Kanpur Test as Bangladesh Reach 107/3
The second Test between India and Bangladesh kicked off at the Green Park Stadium, Kanpur, on Friday, September 27. The match saw an early halt as heavy rains battered the ground, forcing play to stop around 2 PM. Bangladesh, batting first, ended the day at 107 for 3 wickets.
The Test series between India and Bangladesh comprises two matches, with the first being held in Chennai, where India secured a dominant victory by 280 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Kanpur was expected to host an intense battle, but rain clouds overshadowed the excitement on day one.
Rohit Sharma Surprises by Bowling First After Toss Victory
In a surprising move, Indian captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision not made by India in Kanpur for nearly 60 years. Rohit based his decision on the conditions as the ground had been wet from earlier rain showers on Thursday.
Akash Deep and Ashwin Shine on a Rainy Day
Despite the weather interruptions, India’s bowlers made early inroads. Akash Deep struck twice, dismissing both openers Zakir Hasan (0) and Shadman Islam (7). Veteran spinner R Ashwin joined the party, taking the crucial wicket of Bangladesh captain Najmul Hussain Shanto, marking his 420th wicket on Asian soil. This achievement made Ashwin the highest wicket-taker for India on Asian pitches, surpassing the legendary Anil Kumble.
India and Bangladesh Playing XI
India’s lineup featured powerhouses like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli, along with bowlers Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, and Ashwin.
Bangladesh, led by Najmul Hussain Shanto, aimed to level the series with contributions from senior players like Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim.
As fans await the resumption of play, all eyes will be on how Bangladesh’s middle order responds on day two and how India’s bowlers continue to dominate in swinging conditions.
