India vs Bangladesh Live Score 2nd Test Day 3: Start of Play Delayed, Inspection at 10 AM IST

UPDATE – 3.57 am GMT – The main cover has been removed, and the strip is now uncovered. However, it remains overcast, and the sun has yet to make an appearance. A couple of Super Soppers are actively working on the outfield. We are just over 30 minutes away from the scheduled inspection, and let’s hope that the outfield is in good shape for play to resume soon.! The optimism is building as the ground staff continue their efforts.

In case you missed it, on Saturday, India announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. One of the major talking points was the maiden call-up for speedster Mayank Yadav, who impressed with his raw pace during the 2024 Indian T20 League. Promising all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy also earned a spot, while Varun Chakaravarthy made a return to the Indian setup for the first time since 2021. Chakaravarthy’s recall comes on the back of his stellar performances for Kolkata in the Indian T20 League, where he finished as the leading wicket-taker for the champion side. Notably, none of the players from the current Test squad will feature in the T20I series, with Suryakumar Yadav leading a fresh-looking squad. The series kicks off with the first T20I in Gwalior on 6th October.

UPDATE – Good early signs! It is currently not raining, and the covers are being peeled off.

With significant overs lost across both days, it’s likely play will begin 30 minutes earlier, weather permitting. Fortunately, today’s weather looks far more promising than on Day 2, raising hopes of seeing a full day’s action. Stay tuned for more updates as we anticipate a potentially pivotal day of cricket!

On the other hand, Bangladesh won’t deviate from their approach on Day 1, looking to take things steady and display their grit and resilience. Mominul Haque, who was well set before play was cut short, will need to restart his innings and anchor the effort, relying on strong support from the rest of the batting unit. However, the pitch, having been under covers for over a day, might behave unpredictably, though only time will reveal its true nature. Bangladesh will need to reset and brace themselves for India’s fierce bowling attack.

India will undoubtedly be more desperate to get back on the field, holding a slight advantage after just 35 overs of play so far. With the home leg offering a strong chance to grab crucial points, they’ll be keen to avoid a situation where points are shared due to the weather, which has already disrupted much of the match. It’s certain that once they get back on the field, they’ll push hard and look to accelerate the game, knowing there are only 9 sessions left to force a result.

Hello and welcome back to Day 3 of this second Test match between India and Bangladesh, coming to you from Green Park in Kanpur. The weather hasn’t been on our side for the first two days, but we’re optimistic for a full day of play today. With time now a crucial factor for both teams, every session will be pivotal as they look to push for a result.

… DAY 3, SESSION 1 …

… DAY 2, SESSION 1 …

Right then, India have made the most of the time they’ve had with the ball and will likely be the slightly happier side at the end of Day 1. However, Bangladesh have shown resilience and will be eager to continue their fight heading into Day 2. Given the time lost today, we might be in for an early start on Day 2, that is the 28th of September, although there’s no official confirmation yet. Be sure to join us early as we build up to what promises to be another interesting day of Test cricket. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

The second session saw India make a breakthrough with Ravichandran Ashwin trapping Najmul Hossain Shanto in front of the stumps. Mominul Haque, however, continued to show his mettle, riding his luck while ensuring that the bad balls were punished. Alongside him, Mushfiqur Rahim adopted a cautious approach, settling in well. Just as Bangladesh looked to build momentum, bad light descended, followed closely by rain, bringing a premature end to a gripping day’s play.

Earlier in the day, the game began after an hour’s delay due to overnight rain, which left the outfield wet. With overcast skies overhead, Rohit Sharma had no hesitation in opting to bowl first, marking the first time in nine years that India, in a home Test, inserted the opposition into bat. However, the first session didn’t quite go as planned for the hosts, as Bangladesh put up a solid resistance. Akash Deep, rewarded for his consistency with line and length, managed to dismiss both openers. Despite these early breakthroughs, Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mominul Haque steadied the ship, ensuring the visitors went into lunch in a better position.

Unfortunately, we don’t have good news. The rain has taken full control, and STUMPS have been called for Day 1. With the weather casting uncertainty over the start of this Test match, today’s outcome felt inevitable. However, despite the interruptions and delays, we’ve been treated to some truly competitive red-ball cricket on Day 1.

Hello and a warm welcome, folks, to Day 2 of the second Test between India and Bangladesh at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur! Day 1 was marred by rain, allowing only 35 overs of play, but both teams managed to land a few blows, setting up what promises to be a fascinating second day, provided the weather cooperates.

The second session was delayed by a brief shower, but once play resumed, Ravichandran Ashwin quickly sent the Bangladesh skipper packing. Despite looking scratchy at times, Mominul hung in there alongside Mushfiqur Rahim as the light began to fade. However, just 9 overs into the session, bad light forced the players off the field, and soon after, rain dashed any hopes of further play for the day.

The action on Day 1 began after an hour’s delay due to overnight rain, with Rohit Sharma electing to bowl first. Bangladesh’s openers showed some fight early on, but it wasn’t long before India’s Akash Deep made his mark, dismissing both openers with disciplined bowling. Najmul Hossain Shanto looked assured at the crease, while Mominul Haque, despite a nervy start, found a way to settle in, guiding Bangladesh to Lunch with minimal damage.

That wraps up another rain-affected day, with the entire Day 2 lost to the weather. The forecast for Day 3, September 29th, is far more promising, and we remain hopeful for a full day of play, giving this Test enough time for all possible outcomes. Even though today’s play has been called off, let’s hope the conditions improve in time for a full day of action on Day 3. Given that we have lost an entire day’s play, we are likely to see early starts for the remainder of the Test. You can join us well ahead of time as we build up to what could be an exciting day of Test cricket. Until then, goodbye and cheers!

Well, the inevitable news has arrived, STUMPS have been called for Day 2 without a single ball bowled. The weather forecast had hinted at heavier rain, and despite our optimism, persistent drizzle has dashed any hopes of play today. Both teams will now regroup and return on Day 3, hopefully to better conditions, with the aim of pushing for a result in the remaining days.

UPDATE – 8.16 am GMT – Not much has changed since the last update, with the drizzle continuing on and off throughout the day. Puddles have formed on the covers, which have been spread across the entire ground, and with the sun not making an appearance at all, the situation remains bleak. As optimistic as we want to be, the prospects of any play today seem slim at best. Let’s hope for a positive change, but the weather isn’t helping our cause at the moment.

While we await more news from Kanpur, let’s take a look at the next big ICC event, the Women’s T20 World Cup, which is set to unfold from October 3, 2024, in the UAE. This exciting spectacle will feature 10 teams competing in two groups of five. Originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh, it had to be relocated due to the political unrest in the country. As always, Australia will be a favourite, entering the tournament as the defending champions and having lifted the trophy six times in the past. The allure of women’s cricket has been steadily rising, and anticipation is building for what promises to be another spectacular tournament.