The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently released its pitch ratings for India’s home Test season, revealing some concerning findings. The Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, which hosted the second Test between India and Bangladesh, received an unsatisfactory rating for its outfield. This rating was primarily due to poor drainage facilities, which led to two full days of play being washed out due to rain.
Pitch ratings for India’s Home Test Season
India played five home Tests this season, with two against Bangladesh in Chennai and Kanpur, and three against New Zealand in Bengaluru, Pune, and Mumbai. Unfortunately, none of the three pitches used for the New Zealand series received a rating higher than satisfactory. The pitch in Bengaluru was particularly challenging, favouring fast bowlers on the first two days due to moisture left behind by rain. India was bowled out for a mere 46 runs in their first innings, their lowest total in a home Test.
In an attempt to regain control of the series against New Zealand, India opted for spin-friendly pitches in the second and third Tests in Mumbai and Pune. However, their batting order struggled on these turning tracks, with New Zealand’s Santner and Patel excelling with their spin.
On the other hand, the pitches used for the Bangladesh T20I series in Gwalior, Delhi, and Hyderabad were rated very good, as they conformed to the requirements of the shorter format. The ICC rates pitches on a scale ranging from very good to unfit, with ratings impacting a venue’s future in international cricket.
The poor drainage facilities at Green Park Stadium have been a long-standing issue, and the recent rating has once again highlighted the need for improvements. Despite the challenges, India managed to secure a victory in the Kanpur Test against Bangladesh, completing the match in less than two days of play.
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