India vs Bangladesh Live Score: Will Conditions Permit Any Play Today?

Hello everyone! Welcome to our live coverage from the fourth day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh from Kanpur. We have lost over two days of play in this contest due to weather and ground conditions. By now, at least 270 overs of play should’ve been completed but only 35 overs have been bowled. There wasn’t any rain on Sunday yet not a single ball was bowled. The damp areas on the field rendered the conditions unsuitable for to resume the contest. While there’s no forecast of rain today meaning there should be some action. However, a result from here is highly unlikely. Stick with us for all the latest updates.

That said, we’ll be back for Day 4, which promises to be much better according to the forecast. While the first three days have been gloomy, the positive news is that the upcoming two days are expected to offer clearer skies, potentially allowing for a full day of play. With six sessions left and only 35 overs completed so far, it will be challenging for either team to push for a result, but certainly not impossible. We may also see early starts to the remaining days to make up for the lost time. As always, you can join us well in advance as we build up to the action on Day 4 of this second Test match. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

Unfortunately, it’s not the outcome we were hoping for, but STUMPS have been called on Day 3 as well. It’s a frustrating end to another day, marking two consecutive days lost without a single ball being bowled. Despite there being no rain since early morning, the soggy outfield from the previous day’s downpour ultimately led the umpires to deem it unsafe for the players to take the field. While the decision is undoubtedly the right call for player safety, it’s still a disappointing and disheartening blow for the fans.

UPDATE – 8.30 am GMT – Time for Round 3! Familiar scenes as the two umpires head out to the centre, and they’re greeted by a special guest. Look who’s here! The sun has finally made an appearance in Kanpur for the first time in two days. Oh dear, though! Tamim Iqbal, on air, informs us that he spoke to the manager of the Bangladesh team, who mentioned that the play has been called off for the day. However, we’re still waiting for the official word. Stay tuned!

As the minutes tick by, it’s becoming increasingly evident that Shakib Al Hasan is nearing the twilight of his remarkable Test career. With the next series against South Africa still awaiting security clearance amid the unrest in Bangladesh, this could potentially be his final match in whites. The remainder of this Test holds immense significance for him, and fans will be eager to see him take the field once more, ideally not for the last time – so he can relish every moment of his storied journey.

With this emphatic win, Sri Lanka have strengthened their chances of making their first World Test Championship final. Their point percentage now stands at 55.56, consolidating their third position in the standings. Sri Lanka will next tour South Africa for two Tests later in the year, followed by a home series against Australia in early 2025. New Zealand, on the other hand, have dropped from fourth to seventh in the table. Their next challenge will be a three-match series in India, a tough test for Tim Southee and his men after this disappointing tour.

Back to men’s cricket, down in Galle, Sri Lanka have completed a resounding victory over New Zealand, completing a clean sweep in the Test series. After being bowled out for just 88 in their first innings, it initially looked like a three-day finish was imminent, particularly given how the Kiwi batters struggled against spin. However, New Zealand displayed much better application in their second innings, managing to stretch the game into the second session today. Despite their efforts, the writing was on the wall, and Sri Lanka’s dominance ultimately shone through as they secured a convincing win by an innings and 154 runs.

While Australia and England gear up for their ODI series decider in Bristol, the women from the two nations are set to clash in one of three warm-up games scheduled for today at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Heather Knight and Co. have been in the UAE for over three weeks, preparing through a training camp ahead of the tournament. Meanwhile, Australia recently hosted New Zealand, inflicting a whitewash over their Trans-Tasman rivals in the T20I series. Speaking of New Zealand, they are set to face South Africa, while India will take on the West Indies in another warm-up match. These games will be pivotal for the teams as they look to build momentum ahead of the competition.

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.

In other news, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup warm-up games are underway, and there has already been a major upset with Scotland stunning Pakistan with a comprehensive victory. Kathryn Bryce led the charge with the ball, helping restrict Pakistan to 132 runs, while her sister Sarah Bryce, supported by Saskia Horley, guided Scotland to victory with 8 wickets in hand and 2 overs to spare. In the other game, Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 33 runs. A solid partnership between Nilakshi de Silva and Hasini Perera helped Sri Lanka post a total of 143 runs, which was defended through a collective bowling effort, spearheaded by Sugandika Kumari and Inoshi Priyadharshani.

UPDATE – 6.40 am GMT – Argh! We are going to have another inspection at 8.30 am GMT! The match officials are still not satisfied with what they observed during the inspection and believe that more time is needed for the outfield to dry out. With no sign of the sun making an appearance, it complicates matters further. As much as we want the action to commence, the safety of players is paramount, and the match officials are prioritizing that. The wait continues!

UPDATE – 6.30 am GMT – It’s time for the second official inspection of the day! Live visuals show the fourth umpire alongside Chris Brown and Richard Kettleborough closely examining the conditions. They still seem a bit concerned about the damp patches in the outfield. When poked into the turf, the shoes are still going in, indicating that the ground remains soft underneath. Abhinav Mukund, on air, reckons that the run-up areas could also be a point of concern. Saba Karim chimes in, suggesting that we might need another inspection after this one. The match officials have conveyed their observations and the further course of action to the representatives of the two teams who accompanied them during the inspection. We should have an update soon!

UPDATE – 6.09 am GMT – With just over 20 minutes to go until the scheduled inspection, LUNCH has officially been taken, meaning we have lost yet another session in the Test. The silver lining? There hasn’t been any rain since early morning. Let’s hope it stays that way as we await some good news soon!

But that’s not all! The stage is set for an epic showdown between old rivals England and Australia in the ODI series decider in Bristol. After being down 0-2 in the series, England have staged a remarkable comeback to set up this thrilling finale. With the weather looking a bit dicey, let’s hope it holds up for what promises to be an exhilarating encounter. If you weren’t aware, the T20I series had to be shared due to inclement weather in the decider, so fingers crossed we won’t see a repeat in the ODI series!

And did we mention it’s Super Sunday? You might be wondering why – it’s because an action-packed day of cricket is upon us! Not only do we have the two Tests in the Asian subcontinent, but down in the UAE, South Africa and Ireland are gearing up to clash in the second and final T20I of their series. Having claimed victory in the opener, the Proteas are eyeing a clean sweep, while Ireland will be fighting tooth and nail to end the series on level terms.

Meanwhile, in Galle, Sri Lanka are just four wickets away from inflicting a heavy defeat on New Zealand in the second Test and completing a clean sweep. After Sri Lanka posted 602 in their first innings, the Kiwis were bowled out for just 88. While following on, they have shown some improvement in their second innings but still face a daunting challenge to avoid a heavy defeat with Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner currently battling it out for them. You can switch tabs and follow the action on what is truly a Super Sunday.

While we await the next inspection, here are a few more updates on the advancements in the Indian T20 League’s Mega Auction Retention Rules for the 2025-27 cycle. A match fee of INR 7.5 lakhs per game has been introduced for the first time, which will be paid in addition to the contracted amount. In a more stringent change, all overseas players must register for the Mega Auction, and failure to do so will make them ineligible for the following year’s player auction. Furthermore, if a player who has registered and been picked in the auction withdraws before the start of the season, they will face a two-season ban from participating in both the tournament and the player auctions. Lastly, the Impact Player rule will continue in this cycle as well.

UPDATE – 4.42 am GMT – Oh no! This isn’t the news we were hoping for. The match officials are not satisfied with the conditions just yet, and the soggy patches in the outfield need more work. They have decided to hold another inspection at 6.30 am GMT. With the skies remaining overcast and the sun not making an appearance, it certainly complicates things. We’ll have to wait a bit longer to see when play can resume, but let’s keep our fingers crossed for improved conditions before the next inspection!

While we await an update regarding the inspection, Murali Kartik and Athar Ali Khan are out in the middle to provide insights on the conditions. They start by saying that there are a few soggy patches in the outfield and there is no sunlight, which could help dry them. They move towards the playing surface and say that the pitch being under covers for so long will have a lot of underlying moisture, which could favour the Indian bowlers. Athar Ali Khan mentions that the bowlers will want to pitch it up and tempt the batters to come on the front foot.

UPDATE – 4.30 am GMT – The moment of truth has arrived! The two on-field umpires, alongside the fourth umpire, are currently inspecting the outfield. They appear somewhat concerned about certain areas, as they poke their shoes into the turf to assess the condition of the outfield. The head groundsman has joined them as they examine the areas near the fence, which have been sprayed with sand to help with the drying process. Fingers crossed for a positive update!