India vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 3 Highlights: Day called off due to wet outfield
The early weather forecast of day four (September 30) has been promsing with forecast suggesting a mostly sunny, but how would the day actually play out, only time will tell
 "The sun is shining bright in Kapur after day 3 of the Test getting called off")
The sun is shining bright in Kapur after day 3 of the Test getting called off (Pic credit: Anish Kumar)
Despite no rain and bright sunlight in last one hour, the umpires have decided to call off the third day of the second Test between India and Bangaldesh. The decision came after umpire had third inspection of the day at 2 PM IST that the outfield of the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur has not been damp and it would not be possible to get it match ready in time on Sunday.
The early weather forecast of day four (September 30) has been promsing with forecast suggesting a mostly sunny, but how would the day actually play out, only time will tell.
The early weather forecast of day four (September 30) has been promsing with forecast suggesting a mostly sunny, but how would the day actually play out, only time will tell.
With the Test heading towrds an unwanted draw, the hosts, India, will be the more desperate side of the two to get play started, as if this Test ends in a draw, they would need to win five out of their remaining eight matches in the ongoing World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle in hope of securing the final spot for the third time in a row without depending on other teams’ results.
Bangladesh were scheduled to resume their first innings from 107 for 3, which they managed on the rain-hit opening day.
The entire second day was washed out without a ball being bowled, and only 35 overs were bowled on the opening day.
India pacer Akash Deep (2/34) and Ravichandran Ashwin (1/22) were among the wickets.
On day one also, the start of the match was delayed by an hour due to a wet outfield. India are leading the two-match series 1-0, having won the Chennai Test by 280 runs
Bangladesh scorecard after day 2:
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Bangladesh 1st Inning
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107-3 (35 ov) CRR:3.06
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| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Zakir Hasan | c Y Jaiswal b A Deep | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shadman Islam | lbw b A Deep | 24 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Mominul Haque | Not out | 40 | 81 | 7 | 0 | 49.38 |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto (C) | lbw b R Ashwin | 31 | 57 | 6 | 0 | 54.39 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | Not out | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 46.15 |
| Extras |
6 (b 4, Ib 1, w 0, nb 1, p 0)
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| Total |
107 (3 wkts, 35 Ov)
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| Yet to Bat |
Shakib Al Hasan,Litton Das,Mehidy Hasan Miraz,Taijul Islam,Hasan Mahmud,Khaled Ahmed
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| Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | ECO |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 9 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 2.11 |
| Mohammed Siraj | 7 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 3.86 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 9 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 2.44 |
| Akash Deep | 10 | 4 | 34 | 2 | 1 | 3.4 |
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3: The day is officially called off
The third day of second Test between India and Bangladesh is called off after the third inspection at 2 PM IST. The outfield of the ground is still damp and the umpires concluded that it will not be possible to get the ground match ready in the remaining time. All eyes on day 4 now.
1:57 PM
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Third inspection underway
The fourth umpire and curator Shivkumar are having a chat. There is a good amount of sunlight, a phenomenon not seen in the past 36 hours, as well.
Umpires Kettleborough and Brown are also out in the middle for inspection.
Let’s hope for the best.
1:57 PM
IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Point of concern
The area of concern is once again the mid-on, mid-off pocket. The umpires are having an intense chat with the curators.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Good news on horizon?
The Bangladesh cricket team has arrived at the stadium. Mushfiqur Rahim is on the ground, taking a look at the pitch. The clouds are still hovering over the Green Park Stadium, but they do not appear threatening. With just 15 minutes left for the third inspection, we might be heading for some good news now.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Next inspection at 2 PM IST
The next inspection is at 2 PM IST. There has been no rain since morning and despite that the play is still not possible on Day 3 due to damp patches in the ground. The umpires looked concerned about some area in the point and mid wicket region during the inspection.
12:03 PM
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Inspection underway
The fourth umpire is out in the middle, along with curator Shivkumar. There are a few damp patches, which are the main concern for the umpires. The curator has asked the groundsmen to do the patching work.
The two umpires, Richard Kettleborough and Chris Brown, join the fourth umpire, and they are generally concerned about the square.
11:37 AM
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: What is the cause of concern for the umpires?
It has been raining in Kanpur since Friday evening. Although the ground was fully covered, some water may have seeped through.
The lack of sunlight is making the groundsmen's job more difficult.
11:32 AM
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Good and bad news from Kanpur
Good news: It is starting to brighten up again. The good news for fans is that despite the dark clouds, there has been no rain since morning.
Bad news: The teams have yet to arrive at the stadium. There is no movement in the dressing rooms, indicating that the players have not arrived yet.
The next inspection is scheduled in 30 minutes.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: 45 mins in next for inspection
The clouds continue to linger over Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, and with only 45 minutes left for the next inspection scheduled at noon, the weather is turning increasingly ominous. The groundsmen stand ready, but at present, no section of the field has been covered.
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10:54 AM![]()
IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: News from IPL
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10:35 AM![]()
IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Fresh weather forcast
The latest update of weather forcast in Kanpur suggests mostly clear sky on Sunday.
10:13 AM![]()
IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Next inspection at 12
After the inspection umpires concluded that the ground is still not dry enough to start the game as of yet. Next inspection at 12 PM IST.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Inspection underway
The umpires are out in the middle for inspection in Kanpur along eith head groundsman. More updates to follow.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Stumps are back in place
The stumps are in place and all the covers are removed. But it is getting gloomy at the moment in Kanpur. Lets hope for the best.
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IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: WTC scenario update
India who are the current leaders at WTC 2023-25 points table needs to win 4 of their remaining 9 matches to get direct qualification. If the ongoing Test ends in adraw they will need 5 wins in the remaining 8 matches after that.
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First Published: Sep 29 2024 | 8:32 AM IST
