India vs Bangladesh
The irrational weather gods of Australia have worked together to place this city in an odd region. It appears that Adelaide as a whole has been moved to London.
Unusually cold, wet, and dismal conditions prevail. Even though the weather for the game day is slightly better, it won’t be surprising if rains delay plays because of the persistent rain.
The biggest concern for Rohit Sharma’s team as they enter must-win territory on the only field that can be referred to as a batting beauty in this tournament is the rain, not Bangladesh’s capacity to shock in what is turning out to be a tournament of shocks.
India anticipated dealing with a shortened game at some point. On the eve of the game, the players were only allowed to use the indoor nets since there was a never-ending cycle of mops keeping the water out of the Adelaide Oval covering.
Rahul Dravid, the coach, advised against anticipating or planning for rain. “Its number of overs is unknown to you. When you enter the game, you anticipate that there will be 20 overs, and you act accordingly.
We’ve had good luck because we were able to complete all 20 overs of each of our three games. If tomorrow’s weather makes it necessary for us to play a 10- or 12-over game, we will adapt as necessary.”
In recent years, games between Bangladesh and India have tended to lean one way or the other, including the 2016 T20 World Cup match that India won in Bengaluru by a solitary run. Indian neighbors to the east may begin to think they have a chance if the game is postponed due to rain.
India is dealing with a few significant problems after only losing once against South Africa in Perth. Their starting lineup no longer appears to be as solidly established.
The key discussion points leading up to the game are broken down here.
Will Rahul finally find his groove?
The first-stringer for India scored four goals against Pakistan, nine against the Netherlands, and nine more against South Africa. In a T20 World Cup, where there is no room for error, waiting for someone to find their form is not an option.
Everyone is aware of his potential. Someone who can blow up at the other end in the Powerplay is needed by Captain Rohit. Despite the management of the team’s frequent assurances, this game might be Rahul’s make-or-break opportunity. So it makes sense that Virat Kohli talked with him for a while.
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