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:
#KanpurTest made me realize how Afghanistan and New Zealand fans must have felt 🥲 when their entire test match got canceled#KanpurTest #INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/mSKJ22oBN0
— nitin dubey (@mdmaxxN) September 28, 2024
– The richest cricket board, yet still unable to provide a proper drainage system across all grounds.
– If Ind vs Ban is a draw, WTC Final qualification will be tough.
These small mistakes could cost Rohit Sharma another ICC trophy. 💔 pic.twitter.com/talOsUOOz2
— Jod Insane (@jod_insane) September 28, 2024
These fans are again required at kanpur! 🫣#INDvsBAN #Kanpur pic.twitter.com/md8wnNsFDg
— Shaharyar Azhar (@azhar_shaharyar) September 28, 2024
Is Kanpur greater than Greater Noida??
No Rain from last 2 hours and still no sign of play to resume.
Why do you have to play at a shitty stadium just because it is historic when you have a new stadium 🏟️ in Lucknow just 2 hrs away from Kanpur.
🤦♂️#INDvsBAN #BCCI pic.twitter.com/BrXBHyQeby
— Off Spinner (@lostneta) September 28, 2024
Not much has changed. No rain, no drizzle, covers on, super soppers running over the covers.
#KanpurTest #INDvsBAN #2ndtest pic.twitter.com/IewvgQJsoT
— Akkishakaran H (@mr_dreamerr_) September 28, 2024
*Breaking from kanpur ,
India team has returned to the hotel 😔#INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/I9BPmDLgBn
— Om 🕉 (@OmTiwari638773) September 28, 2024
It’s high time BCCI implements proper water drainage solutions. They have the resources, but the lack of urgency is costing us. We’re at risk of losing easy wins and valuable points in the WTC. #Cricket #BCCI #INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/N8g36AiD0F
— Chinmaya Sahu (@vaikon) September 28, 2024
@UPCACricket @BCCI No Rain, No drizzling but 2nd day of kanpur test match on hold till tea bcoz our groundstaff r not ready to prepare the ground for game. Ground is not maintained as per international level.Full disappointment for cricketfans.#INDvsBAN #kanpur #greenparkkanpur pic.twitter.com/ZYdmSyVzMO
— Shwyeta Rathore (@Shwyetaa) September 28, 2024
No rain, no drizzle, covers on and wet outfield ! #kanpurtest #INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/cNnZHte7qA
— Sachin 🙂 (@sacxhinsharma) September 28, 2024
Rain Stopped ! But May be Match also stopped … Lot more works are pending on the ground! Hope for Good … #INDvsBAN #KanpurTest pic.twitter.com/w72kugbGpP
— Arun_Vj (@Arun_vj__) September 28, 2024
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