NEW DELHI: Total Unusual conditions and rain at Southampton could seriously impact play on day four of this continuing World Test Championship closing now between India and New Zealand.
As stated by the UK Met section -“heavy rain” is anticipated at Southampton today.
It’s been raining heavily since 7’m Southampton period this morning (11:30 am IST Monday morning) and according to the weather prediction, heavy rain at Southampton is anticipated at least until 4 pm local time now (8:30 pm IST).
Post that also, you will find mild showers anticipated.
The opening evening of the WTC closing was washed with never a ball being bowled.
Day two viewed 64.4 overs bowled by New Zealand, following Kane Williamson won the toss and put India to violin.
Later India were skittled out to 217 at 92.1 overs, New Zealand finished Day 3 in 101/2 at 49.0 overs.
A total of 77.1 overs were bowled on the next moment.
Is another washout about the cards from Southampton daily 4? Photo credit: Metoffice.gov.ukEven following the rain ceases, it requires some time for your outfield to wash and for circumstances to be secure for your players to choose the ground.
A sixth day was maintained as a reserve day to your WTC closing.
But a whole lot of time is already lost because of poor weather and poor lighting.
Poor light compelled ancient stumps on days 3 and 2 of this game.
New Zealand are monitoring India now by 116 runs (101/2), together with Kane Williamson (12) and Ross Taylor (0) unbeaten in the crease.
From the looks of this the game overall is going to be a low scoring affair, however in the event the rain stays, will not be sufficient time to get a very clear outcome? If the game ends in a draw or tie, then India and New Zealand will discuss the World Test Championship name.