Bangalore Weather and Its Impact on India vs New Zealand Test
Bangalore Weather Affects Match Decisions
BENGALURU: Bangalore weather set the stage for a challenging Test match, with Rohit Sharma facing scrutiny after the toss. He managed just two runs in a brief 30-minute innings, while the team collapsed for a historic low score of 46 all out. Despite heavy clouds necessitating floodlights, India's decision-making faltered on a tricky pitch at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Rohit Sharma Reflects on Misjudgment
During the post-match conference, an emotional Sharma admitted, “I did not read the pitch well enough, and we sit in that situation today.” His approach to the match, which included selecting two pacers and three spinners, was questioned as he noted, “We thought it would do whatever it has to do in the first couple of sessions.” Alas, the Bangalore weather proved more challenging than anticipated, drawing eye-catching attention to team strategies in these conditions.
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