• The Day 2 of the second IND vs BAN Test was called off due to rain and wet outfield in Green Park Stadium, Kanpur.

  • A draw in the ongoing Test match would impact the WTC standings, with India facing increased pressure from Sri Lanka, who are emerging as a strong contender.

Fans react as Day 2 of the 2nd Test between India and Bangladesh called off due to rain
Fans react on IND vs BAN Day 2 of the 2nd Test ends in frustration after being called off (Image source: X)

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The second Test match between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur has been marred by incessant rain, resulting in the cancellation of second day’s play. Despite the rain subsiding and the super-soppers being deployed, the outfield remained too wet for cricket to be played. This follows a similar fate in the recent Afghanistan–New Zealand Test match in Noida, which was also abandoned due to rain.

Kanpur’s drainage woes and fans frustration

The cancellation of Day 2 due to rain has once again exposed the glaring deficiencies in Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium’s drainage infrastructure. Despite the rain subsiding and the ground staff working tirelessly to dry the outfield, the persistent moisture made it unplayable. This has led to widespread criticism and frustration among cricket fans on social media.

X has been flooded with tweets expressing disappointment and anger towards the BCCI and the stadium management. Fans have pointed out that such a major Test match should not have been scheduled at a venue with such inadequate drainage facilities. Many have questioned the decision-making process and lack of foresight in selecting Kanpur for this important fixture.

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Impact of a draw on WTC standings

A draw in the IND vs BAN 2nd Test would have significant implications for the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. India, currently leading the table with a win percentage of 71.67, would still maintain their top position but with a slightly reduced advantage. While four points from a draw would keep them at the summit, it would also increase pressure on the team to perform well in upcoming series against New Zealand and Australia.

Sri Lanka, on the verge of a 2-0 series sweep over New Zealand, are emerging as a strong contender for the top two spots in the WTC standings. Their consistent performance and the possibility of a clean sweep over New Zealand would significantly boost their chances of challenging India’s dominance.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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