If the second test is drawn then India will suffer a loss in the WTC Points Table

IND vs BAN: The Indian cricket team has faced defeat after reaching the final of the World Test Championship (WTC) twice so far. The first time they were defeated by New Zealand, while the second time Australia shattered their hopes of winning the title. In the current WTC cycle, Team India is performing brilliantly under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma and is considered a strong contender to reach the final. But the team's difficulties are increasing in the ongoing second Test in Kanpur.

Rain game in Kanpur

In the two-Test series between India and Bangladesh, the Indian team has registered a spectacular victory by 280 runs in the first match. At present, the second Test between the two teams is being held at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. But the rain here has badly affected the game. Only 35 overs of play could be done on the first day, in which Bangladesh scored 107 runs for the loss of three wickets.

It rained on the morning of the second day, which delayed the game and the umpires did not allow the game to start due to the ground being wet. The situation did not improve on the third day as well, as the rain stopped by 8 am, but the ground could not be dried. Due to this, the third day's play was also cancelled. There is a possibility of rain on the fourth day as well. So far, only 35 overs have been played in three days, which is why it is expected that this Test match may be drawn.

Effect of loss of draw

The Indian team is at the top of the points table of the World Test Championship 2023-25. The team has played a total of 10 matches so far, out of which it has won 7, lost 2 matches, and 1 match was drawn. Currently their PCT (points percentage) is 71.67.

If this Test of India vs Bangladesh is drawn, then the PCT of the Indian team will be around 68.18 with 2 draws in 11 matches. This will affect the position of the Indian team, and although they will remain at number one, the drop in PCT will be certain.

Future challenge

In this situation, the Indian team will not only have to focus on their game but also strategize against the unpredictability of the weather. If the game takes place in the next two days, the Indian team will not only have to try to move towards victory but they also need to play with full force to avoid this draw.

This current situation of India has created concern among the fans, as they want Team India to prove its worth and fulfill the dream of reaching the final of the World Test Championship.