Wed Oct 16 05:42:43 UTC 2024: ## Rain Delays First Test Match Between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru
**Bengaluru:** The highly anticipated first test match between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru has been delayed due to incessant rain. The toss, scheduled for earlier today, was postponed due to the heavy downpour. While the sub-air system at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has the capacity to drain thousands of liters of water per minute, the persistent rainfall for the past two days has raised concerns about the possibility of play being affected on the first day.
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, known for its advanced drainage system, boasts a sub-air system that was first introduced in 2015 for the India-South Africa test match. This system, equipped with 200 horsepower engines, effectively removes water from the pitch and outfield, facilitating a quick turnaround after rain.
However, with the current weather conditions, cricket experts are predicting a delayed start and the first session of the match may be lost entirely. The match is expected to begin only after the rain stops, and the ground is prepared, which is estimated to take at least 30 to 60 minutes.
Cricket fans are left disappointed as they eagerly awaited the start of the test series. While hopes remain for the match to commence later today, the relentless rain casts a shadow of uncertainty over the proceedings.
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