Kanpur Weather Report: Last two sessions of Day 1 under rain threat for IND vs BAN 2nd Test

After more than 1000 days, Test cricket has returned to Kanpur as the Green Park Stadium is set to host the second Test between India and Bangladesh. While all the chatter has been about the stadium’s infrastructure and two-pitch formula, a huge uncertainty looms due to the rain threat in the city. The first session started late, but we got to lunch without any interruptions on the first day of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test. But the groundsmen then covered the pitch. From the looks of it, the second session may start later. 

As per weather.com, it is almost inevitable for rain to spoil the second Test. Especially after the first session, there is more than a 50% chance of rainfall. Moreover, from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, there is as high as 95% chance of precipitation. 

Rain Prediction in Kanpur – Day 1 at Green Park Stadium

Time	Rain Chances (%)
1:30 PM	22%
2:30 PM	52%
3:30 PM	63%
4:30 PM	95%
5:30 PM	95%

Early Stumps on Day 1?

Well, due to the overcast conditions in Kanpur on Friday, expect early stumps to get called. One of the main reasons for this anticipation is also the fact that the floodlights are not up to the mark at the Green Park Stadium. The problem with the floodlights at the Green Park Stadium is not new. In 2021, the IND vs NZ Test match had to be drawn because the lights were not bright enough. This raises big question marks on the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA). Given the predicted rain and cloudy weather for the upcoming India vs Bangladesh match, it’s unclear whether the floodlights will be sufficient for play.