Rain and Thunderstorms Threaten to Impact India's Defense in 1st Test Against New Zealand
As the first Test between India and New Zealand heads into its final day in Bengaluru, the weather could play a decisive role in the outcome. Despite mostly dry conditions throughout the first four days, weather forecasts predict rain and thunderstorms that might disrupt play, providing an unpredictable twist to this tightly contested match. With New Zealand needing just 107 runs and all ten wickets intact, the Indian team, after a shaky start, finds themselves relying on the weather to possibly save the day.
According to the Indian Meteorological Department and Accuweather, Bengaluru is expected to witness spells of rain and thunderstorms on Sunday, the final day of the Test. This could severely limit the playtime available for New Zealand to chase down the target. For India, the rain might prove to be a blessing in disguise, as they look to avoid a potential defeat after being bowled out for a mere 46 runs in their first innings. The conditions could make it difficult for the New Zealanders to score the required runs, and with just a short window for play, the match might end in a draw.
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The Chinnaswamy Stadium, however, boasts a world-class drainage system and a subsurface aeration facility, which means the ground could dry quickly after the rain, allowing play to resume sooner than expected. But given the forecast, whether there will be enough time for New Zealand to go for the win remains uncertain.
Earlier in the match, India had staged a remarkable comeback in their second innings, posting a total of 462 after a dismal first-innings collapse. Sarfaraz Khan's sensational 150 and Rishabh Pant's near-century set up a competitive lead for India. However, New Zealand’s disciplined bowling and sharp fielding set them up well to close out the match. With New Zealand having all 10 wickets in hand, they would be hoping for clear weather to complete the chase.
All eyes are now on the skies as the rain could be the ultimate decider in this thrilling Test match, with India hoping for disruptions and New Zealand eager for just enough playtime to secure the win.
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