India vs Bangladesh, Kanpur weather forecast: Rain threat looms over Rohit Sharma and co's clean-sweep hopes

As per the latest update from the AccuWeather app, thunderstorms and showers are predicted for the opening day of the match, posing a risk of disruptions. Day 2 is anticipated to be overcast, with the possibility of further thunderstorms in the vicinity. Moving on to Day 3 on Sunday, typically known as the pivotal "moving day" in a Test match, there is a chance of morning showers followed by cloudy conditions for the rest of the day.

Fortunately, the weather is expected to clear up for Days 4 and 5.

Hourly forecast in Kanpur hints at possibility of thunderstorm as earlyt as 10 AM on Day 1, which may continue for two hours. A further thunderstorm is expected at 1 PM, too. The play usually begins at 9:30 AM, meaning we could potentially be in for a long delay if the forecast is true.

Adding to the concerns is the safety issue raised by the Uttar Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD), which has declared one of the stands at the stadium as dangerous. The Balcony C stand, according to government officials, may not be able to bear the weight of full capacity during the match.

This has led to the decision to sell fewer than half the tickets for that stand, reducing the number of spectators allowed in that section.

India are 1-0 ahead in the series and stay firmly at the top of the table in the World Test Championship. Following the Tests against Bangladesh, India will take on the side in three T20Is before returning to red-ball action next month against New Zealand; the Kiwis visit India for three Tests.