IND vs BAN Live Score: 10 minutes to go

10 minutes to go before we have another official inspection by the umpires. It is Lunch for the two teams for the time being.

IND vs BAN Live: India’s T20I Squad

Meanwhile, India announced their T20I squad for the Bangladesh series last night. The big talking points were that 156.7 kmph pace sensation Mayank Yadav got his long-awaited India call-up, while Ruturaj Gaikwad was left out.

IND vs BAN Live: 20 minutes to go

We are 20 minutes away from the next umpire inspection, to happen at 12 PM. 

Best-case scenario would be an approval from the umpires, which would see play resume by 12:30 PM at the earliest.

IND vs BAN Live: Clouds returning

There’s good news and bad news. The good news is that rain is not expected for the time being, as per forecast. The bad news is that there’s still very little sunshine to dry the outfield and start play.

Meanwhile, we’re heading towards Lunch on Day 3.

It’s getting cloudy at the Kanpur stadium. pic.twitter.com/fH6tEkQXFS

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 29, 2024

IND vs BAN Live Score: Inspection at 12 PM

No play could be made possible at the start of Day 3. There has been a lot of work on the pitch, but the outfield remains soggy, due to the lack of sunshine. The umpire inspection at 10 AM stated that no play could be possible for the time being.

The next inspection is at 12:00 PM IST.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Where the match stands

Bangladesh are 107/3 against India in the first innings of the second Test. The caveat? No play has been possible for a day and a half now. Only 35 overs bowled in Kanpur, after which the rain gods have had quite a big say.

But, there may be more positive news soon.

IND vs BAN Live Score: IPL news!

ICYMI (surely you haven’t), the IPL auction retention laws were announced yesterday night by the BCCI. You can read all about it here: IPL 2025 Retention Rules

IND vs BAN Live Score: Waiting for the sun

It seems like the big need is for the sun to come out and dry the wet patches on the outfield. As of now, it has no dried quickly enough for play to resume. 

Still overcast in Kanpur, but weather forecast suggests a little bit of sun as the afternoon gets on.

IND vs BAN Live: 5 sessions of no play

The next inspection at 12 PM means that no play will be possible for 5 consecutive sessions. Session 3 of Day 1, all three sessions of Day 2, and the first session of Day 3.

Fingers crossed we can get going after Lunch.

IND vs BAN Live: Play not possible yet

The umpires have spoken. The pitch and the outfield still needs a lot of work, say the umpires. The first session will not happen.

The next inspection is at 12 PM.

IND vs BAN Live: Rough patches on the pitch

A lot of rough patches are formed on the pitch over the day and a half of no action. The bowlers could be favoured massively, which is great news for Team India.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Outfield still ‘soggy’

“Soggy patches on the outfield. No sun yet,” reports Murali Kartik from the pitch. The bowlers and fielders will struggle for footing in this outfield.

IND vs BAN Live: Big update soon!

The pitch inspection is set to start anytime now. Officials and ground staff are still surrounding the pitch, and efforts are still being made. The umpires should be taking their decision soon.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch inspection in 10 minutes

We are edging closer towards the pitch inspection, which will take placve at 10 AM. Fewer people surrounding the pitch now. Fingers crossed that play can resume sooner than expected.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch checks still ongoing

As per our visuals, there’s a really big effort being made to make sure that the inspection at 10 AM is a good one. Lots of people surrounding the pitch, working on it. Stumps and creases have been put.

Very little work on the outfield. Seems to be drying.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Stumps placed on

The stumps are being placed on the pitch and the crease lines are being drawn. The pitch inspection is still nearly 25 minutes away, but we are getting closer to action it seems!

IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch cover fully off

The entire pitch cover is now off. Lush green outfield underneath the cloudy conditions. The rollers and soppers are at work, and constant checks are being made. Most importantly, it’s not raining!

Remember, pitch and ground inspection is at 10:00 AM IST.

IND vs BAN Live: Main pitch cover coming off

The big pitch cover had been on for this long, but now it is slowly being taken off. The fantastic news is that there has been no rain since 9 AM, so perhaps we can have two full sessions of play if things stay this way!

IND vs BAN Live Score: Pitch inspection at 10 AM

We will not have an on-time start. Although most of the covers are off, there will be a rain and pitch inspection by the officials at 10 AM. Let’s hope for positive news, and for the weather to stay alright.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Most of the covers are off

The latest news is that most of the covers in the stadium are off. Only the pitch is still covered, possibly as precaution.

IND vs BAN Live: Positive news

Some fantastic news. The covers are coming off, and it is dry for the moment in Kanpur. Forecast suggests some rain in store for the next couple of hours, but we can hope.The covers are coming off at the Green Park Stadium.

The covers are coming off at the Green Park Stadium.

– The outfield looks dry as well. pic.twitter.com/JV7zyXzxa2

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 29, 2024

IND vs BAN Live Score: Play talking points

Let’s look at some big talking points when it comes to play:

1. No Ravindra Jadeja: India captain Rohit Sharma has not given a single out of 35 overs to Ravindra Jadeja, but is he likely to get the ball if play resumes? Unlikely, given the conditions.

2. Bangladesh middle order: Bangladesh’s experienced middle order — Mominul, Mushfiqur, Shakib and Litton — will need to come good.

3. Forfeit innings? A highly unlikely scenario but could both sides forfeit one innings each to force a result in the match?

IND vs BAN Live Score: How much play is possible?

At best, Day 3 is set to get around the same action as Day 1, if conditions stay as forecast throughout the day. We could have a full final session if that happens.

No rain is expected on Days 4 and 5.

IND vs BAN Live Score: Ban 107/3

Here’s how the Test match stands. Bangladesh are 107/3 after 35 overs, with Mominul Haque in the crease on 40, alongside Mushfiqur Rahim on 6. Akash Deep has taken two wickets for India, while R Ashwin has got one.

IND vs BAN Live: Kanpur weather forecast

As per Accuweather, light rain is expected in the early hours of Day 3. However, it is supposed to remain overcast after that with no rain, and a little bit of sun as the day goes on.

Will that be enough to salvage some play? We can only hope.

IND vs BAN Live: Early Morning Rain Dampens Hope For Timely Start

Not the brightest of news coming in from Kanpur early morning. Users on social media claim that it’s raining at present. 

It is raining in Kanpur. Very unlikely to resume play this morning. #KanpurTest #INDvBANpic.twitter.com/OpALRfknyQ

— Ganpat Teli (@gateposts_) September 29, 2024

India vs Bangladesh Live: Rain Interruption Still Expected To Play Its Part In Kanpur

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Day 3 of the second Test between India and Bangladesh. The second day’s play was completely washed out to he incessant rain in Kanpur. Though the forecast is better on Sunday, some interruptions are still expected, especially in the first session of the day.