AUS vs IND 2nd T20I Weather Report: India and Australia are set to clash in the second T20I of their five-match series at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday. The series got off to a disrupted start in Canberra, where rain washed out the first encounter after just 9.4 overs. India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav managed to get some crucial runs under his belt before the downpour, scoring 39 off 24 balls, showing glimpses of the explosive form that once earned him the title of the world’s best T20 batter. At the interruption, India were in a strong position at 97/1, with Shubman Gill contributing a brisk 37 off 20 deliveries.
Suryakumar Yadav’s Form
Since taking over the T20I captaincy, Suryakumar Yadav hasn’t quite matched the heights of his previous batting exploits. Friday’s performance, however, suggests he may be finding his groove again, playing the attacking and inventive shots fans have come to expect from him.
Melbourne Weather Forecast
Melbourne’s unpredictable weather could once again play spoilsport for cricket fans. According to AccuWeather, there’s an 87% chance of rain with 99% cloud cover, and thunderstorms are a possibility at 17% probability throughout the day. The match, scheduled to begin at 1:45 PM local time, has a 71% chance of rain during the afternoon, with around 1.4mm of rainfall expected. Fans may want to keep an eye on the skies before heading to the MCG.
Pitch Report: Is It a Batting Paradise or a Bowler’s Friend?
The MCG is hosting its first T20I of the season, and historically, the ground has been slightly bowler-friendly compared to typical T20 venues. Its massive size often benefits bowlers by making boundaries harder to come by. Yet, in recent Big Bash League (BBL) matches, the MCG has seen high-scoring games, with teams regularly crossing 180+ totals. Australian fast bowler Nathan Ellis highlighted this balance, saying, “Every Big Bash game has been high-scoring there. You get value for runs, but bowlers still have a chance to make an impact.”
With both batters and bowlers expected to have their moments, Friday’s clash promises an exciting contest between two of cricket’s most competitive T20 sides.
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