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Lucknow T20I: Fog Delays Start as India Eyes Series Win Against South Africa
Lucknow, India – The fourth T20I between India and South Africa is facing delays due to heavy fog in Lucknow at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium. The match, crucial for both sides, is scheduled for Wednesday. India currently leads the five-match series 2-1 and aims to seal the series victory on home soil. South Africa, on the other hand, will be looking to level the series.
Multiple inspections have been conducted by the umpires, with the next scheduled for 8:00 PM local time. Visibility is significantly reduced due to the dense fog. Players were seen wearing masks during practice.
Adding to India’s challenges, Vice-Captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of today’s match due to a leg injury. Sanju Samson may get the chance to open
The performance of captain Suryakumar Yadav and vice-captain Shubman Gill has been lackluster so far. As the T20 World Cup approaches, the team management is hoping for a strong showing from both batsmen in this crucial match.