The on the third day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh At Green Park, Kanpur, it was completely washed away due to humid field conditions after overnight rains. This unfortunate turn of events marked the second day in a row without any play as inclement weather hampered action on Day 2 as well.
Many fans, who traveled from far away to witness the much-anticipated match, expressed their disappointment at the absence of the game. One vocal fan in particular took to social media to express her frustration. In a video shared on the Internet, he emphasized that the authorities had not prepared the pitch for the game even though it had not rained on the ground.
“This Kanpur stadium is very old, there is no drainage system or anything. It never rains. If this was any other venue, the covers would have come down by now and the match would have started. There hasn’t been a single drop of rain since morning, and the water just sits on the roofs. “The ground conditions are terrible and I don’t think there will be another match after that.” the fan said in the video.
We present the video:
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Concern about site preparation
Previously, Sanjay KapoorThe venue director for the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has ensured that they are adequately prepared for the heavy rain predicted ahead of the match. Furthermore, ahead of the match, the Uttar Pradesh Public Works Department had deemed the upper block of Stand C unsafe and advised it to be filled to capacity.
The historical context of Green Park
Green Park has hosted 40 international matches, including 24 Tests, 15 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and a single T20I. The ongoing Test marks the 24th Test at this venue. The last match between India and New Zealand here in November 2021 ended in a draw on Day 5 due to poor lighting.
We hope for action in the coming days
With only 35 overs bowled so far in the match and two full days lost, fans are dying for some cricketing action on days 4 and 5. Weather forecasts Forecasting a 20% chance of rain on Day 4 and a 10% chance on Day 5 has fans hoping for improved conditions and playing opportunities.
