Kanpur 2nd Test On Track Despite Threats, BCCI to Monitor Situation | Reports

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September 12, 2024 0 59

The BCCI has confirmed that the second Test in Kanpur will proceed as scheduled despite protest threats, with the situation being closely monitored in coordination with local authorities.

The second Test between India and Bangladesh, set to take place at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, will reportedly proceed as planned despite potential protest threats. The Hindu Mahasabha had raised concerns due to political unrest in Bangladesh, but the BCCI has confirmed there will be no changes to the schedule.

The Indian Cricket Board is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with local authorities to ensure safety at the venue. Preparations for the match are in full swing, and the stadium is ready to host both teams and spectators. While the threat of protest looms, the BCCI has reassured that the match will go on, with constant updates on security being monitored at Kanpur and other venues.

”Yes, we are monitoring and with the concerned authorities as far as those threats are concerned but we have done everything to hold that match and stadium is ready to welcome our and visitors and said it’s not going anywhere it will be in Kanpur but will keep monitoring the situation not only in Kanpur but also at the other venues,” SportsTak quoted a BCCI source as saying.

Bangladesh will be looking to build on their momentum after a 2-0 series win over Pakistan in Rawalpindi, with key players like Shakib Al Hasan focusing on county cricket to prepare against India.

Meanwhile, India’s Rishabh Pant is set to return to Test cricket, marking his full recovery from injuries sustained in a past accident. Despite earlier reports of Jasprit Bumrah being rested, India has decided to include him in the upcoming matches, taking a cautious approach ahead of the World Test Championship. Key players Virat Kohli and KL Rahul are also returning to the squad.

India’s Squad for 1st Test

Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal.