The stage is set for an exciting contest India face west indies In the second Test of the current series starting from October 10 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. After a spectacular win in the first Test in Ahmedabad, India is leading 1-0 in the series And would like to continue their winning streak to clinch the two-match series. Meanwhile, West Indies will be desperate to bounce back with a better performance and level the series.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report
The surface at the Arun Jaitley Stadium traditionally favors the batsmen early on, with the spinners gradually coming into play as the game progresses. Expect the first two days to be good for batting, followed by increased assistance for slow bowlers from the third day onwards. With India’s spin pair -Kuldeep Yadav And Ravindra Jadeja When in good form, they are likely to enjoy the conditions. A score of more than 350 runs in the first innings can be considered competitive on this pitch.
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Delhi weather forecast for second test
The weather in Delhi is expected to remain stable and dry throughout the duration of the second Test, ensuring ideal playing conditions for both the teams. There is no significant risk of rain and visibility is likely to be slightly affected due to morning mist. Here is the day-wise detailed forecast:
- 10 October: The initial day will be generally clear and cloudy with temperatures hovering around 31°C. North-westerly winds (WNW) blowing at a speed of 10-15 km/hr will help in keeping the conditions comfortable for the players. The sun is expected to continue to shine throughout the day, which will result in favorable batting conditions once the early morning humidity resolves.
- 11 October: Similar conditions will be seen on the second day also, the maximum temperature will be 31°C and there will be light haze in the air. West northwest winds will continue at a speed of around 10-15 km/hr and humidity levels will be moderate. With clear skies, it should be another ideal day for cricket, and the pitch may start to show signs of an early deterioration, allowing the spinners to be brought into play later in the day.
- 12 October: On day three, the sky will be clear and sunny with a maximum temperature of 31°C. Winds are expected to be light and variable, creating calm conditions. As the match reaches its midpoint, players may face some fatigue due to the constant heat, but visibility and overall weather will remain excellent for uninterrupted play.
- 13 October: The final day will be mostly sunny and cloudy, with temperatures rising slightly to 32°C. Winds will be light and air quality may deteriorate slightly due to accumulation of fog. By this stage the dry surface may help the spinners more, leading to an interesting phase of the game as cracks start appearing on the pitch.
- 14 October: There will be clear and cloudy conditions with a maximum temperature of 32°C on the final day of the Test. Winds will be light and variable, making the afternoon session warm and calm. The absence of rain ensures that the full quota of overs can be bowled, and teams will be able to strive for a result without the interruption of weather.
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