As the second Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur faces the threat of being washed out due to persistent rain, concerns are mounting over India’s chances of securing a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. The weather has already played spoilsport, with only 35 overs bowled on the first day and the entire second day being called off without a ball being bowled
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India currently leads the WTC standings with a percentage points (PCT) tally of 71.67 after 10 matches. A 2-0 series win over Bangladesh would have significantly bolstered their position, leaving them needing only three more wins from their remaining eight matches to secure a place in the WTC final. However, with the second Test at risk of ending in a draw, India’s path to the final could become more challenging
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The weather forecast for the remaining days of the Test does not look promising, with more rain predicted. If the match is indeed washed out, it will be recorded as a draw, and India will win the series 1-02. This outcome would mean that India needs to win at least five of their next eight matches to ensure a spot in the WTC final, assuming other contenders do not drop points
India’s upcoming fixtures include a three-match home series against New Zealand in October, followed by a tough five-match series against Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While India’s formidable home record makes a 3-0 sweep against New Zealand feasible, the series in Australia will be a significant test. India has won the last two series in Australia, but repeating that feat will be daunting, especially with the added pressure of WTC qualification.
Despite the rain interruptions, there have been notable performances in the ongoing Test. Indian pacer Akash Deep impressed on the first day, picking up two crucial wickets as Bangladesh struggled to 107/31. The Indian team will be hoping for a break in the weather to capitalize on their strong start and push for a win.
The World Test Championship, introduced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to bring context and excitement to Test cricket, has seen India perform consistently well. They reached the final in the inaugural edition in 2021 but lost to New Zealand. Securing a spot in the 2025 final would be a testament to India’s dominance in the longest format of the game
The potential washout has left fans disappointed and anxious. Social media is abuzz with discussions about the weather and its impact on India’s WTC campaign. Many fans are hopeful that the rain will relent, allowing play to resume and giving India a chance to secure a decisive victory
As the Indian team waits for the weather to clear, the stakes are high. The outcome of this Test could significantly influence their journey to the WTC final. With a strong squad and a history of resilience, India remains hopeful of overcoming this hurdle and continuing their quest for Test cricket supremacy
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