India vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 3 Highlights: Day called off due to wet outfield

The early weather forecast of day four (September 30) has been promsing with forecast suggesting a mostly sunny, but how would the day actually play out, only time will tell

2:43 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3: The day is officially called off

The third day of second Test between India and Bangladesh is called off after the third inspection at  2 PM IST.  The outfield of the ground is still damp and the umpires concluded that it will not be possible to get the ground match ready in the remaining time. All eyes on day 4 now.

1:57 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Third inspection underway

The fourth umpire and curator Shivkumar are having a chat. There is a good amount of sunlight, a phenomenon not seen in the past 36 hours, as well.

 

Umpires Kettleborough and Brown are also out in the middle for inspection.

 

Let’s hope for the best.

1:57 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Point of concern

The area of concern is once again the mid-on, mid-off pocket. The umpires are having an intense chat with the curators.

1:45 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Good news on horizon?

The Bangladesh cricket team has arrived at the stadium. Mushfiqur Rahim is on the ground, taking a look at the pitch. The clouds are still hovering over the Green Park Stadium, but they do not appear threatening. With just 15 minutes left for the third inspection, we might be heading for some good news now.

12:11 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Next inspection at 2 PM IST

The next inspection is at 2 PM IST. There has been no rain since morning and despite that the play is still not possible on Day 3 due to damp patches in the ground. The umpires looked concerned about some area in the point and mid wicket region during the inspection.

12:03 PM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Inspection underway

The fourth umpire is out in the middle, along with curator Shivkumar. There are a few damp patches, which are the main concern for the umpires. The curator has asked the groundsmen to do the patching work.

The two umpires, Richard Kettleborough and Chris Brown, join the fourth umpire, and they are generally concerned about the square.

11:37 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: What is the cause of concern for the umpires?

It has been raining in Kanpur since Friday evening. Although the ground was fully covered, some water may have seeped through.

 

The lack of sunlight is making the groundsmen's job more difficult.

11:32 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Good and bad news from Kanpur

Good news: It is starting to brighten up again. The good news for fans is that despite the dark clouds, there has been no rain since morning.

 

Bad news: The teams have yet to arrive at the stadium. There is no movement in the dressing rooms, indicating that the players have not arrived yet.

 

The next inspection is scheduled in 30 minutes.

11:19 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: 45 mins in next for inspection

The clouds continue to linger over Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, and with only 45 minutes left for the next inspection scheduled at noon, the weather is turning increasingly ominous. The groundsmen stand ready, but at present, no section of the field has been covered.

10:54 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: News from IPL

In the latest development from IPL 2025, teams are allowed to have six retention ahead of the mega auction.

10:35 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Fresh weather forcast

The latest update of weather forcast in Kanpur suggests mostly clear sky on Sunday.

10:13 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Next inspection at 12

After the inspection umpires concluded that the ground is still not dry enough to start the game as of yet. Next inspection at 12 PM IST.

10:05 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Inspection underway

The umpires are out in the middle for inspection in Kanpur along eith head groundsman. More updates to follow.

9:57 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Stumps are back in place

 The stumps are in place and all the covers are removed. But it is getting gloomy at the moment in Kanpur. Lets hope for the best.

9:52 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: WTC scenario update

India who are the current leaders at WTC 2023-25 points table needs to win 4 of their remaining 9 matches to get direct qualification. If the ongoing Test ends in adraw they will need 5 wins in the remaining 8 matches after that.

9:39 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: All covers removed

All the covers are removed now. The stumps are being erected. The visibility is getting better but there are some dark clouds hovering over the Green Park Stadium.

9:31 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Monkey menace at Green Park

The day three of second Test between India and bangaldesh has an unexpected visitor as a monkey has entered the stadium ahead of the game.

9:10 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Next inspection at 10

As per the latest updates, the umpires will have inspection at 10 AM IST before deciding the course of action.

8:57 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Good news from Kanpur

Umpires are inspecting the outfield and the square at the moment. All the ground covers are removed, barring the square, while three super-soppers are working in sync. One being used to clear water of the square covers. However, the biggest news is that the rain-threatening clouds are cleared of Green Park Stadium. We can be hopeful of getting some action today now.

8:48 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Rain expected till 12:30 PM

According to the latest updates the rain is expected to be around till 12:30 PM IST in Kanpur today.

8:32 AM

IND vs BAN 2nd Test Day 3 LIVE UPDATES: Welcome to the live blog

Welcome to the live blog of India vs Bangladesh second Test day three actions from Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. After two rain effected days, both teams will hope to get some actions on day 3. But the weather conditions are still not very promising. Stay tuned for all the live updates.