Team India have arrived in Adelaide with momentum on their side, following a commanding victory in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Perth. The win has put Australia on the backfoot and boosted India’s confidence heading into the second Test. Adding to their strength, regular skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Shubman Gill have rejoined the squad. India also gained valuable experience with the Pink Ball after defeating the Prime Minister XI in a warm-up game under the lights.
Australia’s Pink Ball prowess
While India enter the Adelaide Test with confidence, underestimating Australia in a day-night Test would be unwise. The hosts boast a formidable record in Pink Ball Tests at the Adelaide Oval, having never lost at the venue. However, they did suffer a defeat against the West Indies earlier this year in a Pink Ball Test at Gabba. Overturning Australia’s impressive Adelaide record will be a significant challenge for the visitors as they aim to make history in the second Test.
Adelaide weather forecast
While the fans are waiting for what could be a cracker of game in the Adelaide, it looks like the weather could spoil the excitement as rain is expected to play a significant role in the proceedings. Thundershowers are expected to impact Day 1 of the Pink Ball Test, with an 88% chance of rain predicted on December 6.
The opening day is likely to be cooler, featuring variable clouds and a couple of heavy thunderstorms in the morning, followed by isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. However, the weather is expected to improve significantly as the match progresses. Day 2 promises pleasant conditions with plenty of sunshine, while Days 3, 4, and 5 are forecasted to be sunny, comfortable, and less humid, offering ideal cricketing weather for the remainder of the Test.
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Here is detailed breakdown of weather report:
Day 1: Friday
- Condition: Cloudy
- Temperature: 30°C
- Precipitation: 88%
- Probability of Thunderstorms: 56%
- Wind: 17 km/h
Day 2: Saturday
- Condition: Sunny
- Temperature: 27°C
- Precipitation: 6%
- Probability of Thunderstorms: 0%
- Wind: 19 km/h
Day 3: Sunday
- Condition: Pleasant
- Temperature: 25°C
- Precipitation: 0%
- Probability of Thunderstorms: 0%
- Wind: 20 km/h
Day 4: Monday
- Condition: Sunny and comfortable
- Temperature: 28°C
- Precipitation: 0%
- Probability of Thunderstorms: 0%
- Wind: 15 km/h
Day 5: Tuesday
- Condition: Not as warm with plenty of sunshine
- Temperature: 29°C
- Precipitation: 0%
- Probability of Thunderstorms: 0%
- Wind: 17 km/h
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