Sat Sep 28 03:04:10 UTC 2024: ## Rain Washes Out Day 1 of India vs Bangladesh Test in Kanpur
Kanpur, India – The first day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur was washed out due to persistent rain. Only 35 overs of play were possible before the downpour forced a premature end to the day.
Bangladesh, who were put into bat after India won the toss, started promisingly. However, Akash Deep struck early, dismissing Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam. Ashwin then joined the party, removing skipper Najmul Shanto, who was looking dangerous.
Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim steadied the ship for Bangladesh, putting on a century partnership before the rain arrived. They were 100-3 at lunch, with hopes of building a strong total dashed by the inclement weather.
Play is highly unlikely to resume on Friday, as heavy rain continues to batter the city.
The focus now shifts to the weather forecast for the coming days, with hope that the rain will abate, allowing for meaningful play in the remaining days of the match.
India will be looking to seal a series victory after their emphatic 280-run win in the first Test in Chennai. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be hoping to bounce back and level the series.
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