IND-ENG Dharamsala Test To Be Interrupted By Sleet; Temperature Could Drop To 1°: Report
IND vs ENG Dharamsala Test to be hampered by adverse weather conditions (X.com)
In a concerning weather update, the final Test between India and England in Dharamsala is facing the possibility of interruptions due to adverse weather conditions, with sleets expected to appear during the match.
After toiling hard for four Test matches and enduring serious injury setbacks, India sealed the five-game series by 3-1 after winning the Ranchi Test.
That being said, for the series closer, the final game is scheduled in the northern city of Dharamsala. The venue is known for its scenic beauty and heavenly landscape. However, the city's high altitude poses a risk to the smooth conduct of the upcoming Test.
As per recent weather updates by Telegraph, sleet is expected to hit the city in the initial couple of days of the game. Sleet is a mixture of rain droplets and partially melted ice.
If sleet pours, several halts are expected to hit the game. Moreover, the Telegraph added that temperature during the early hours of the morning could drop to as low as 1°celsius. It's nearly impossible to conduct a game under such conditions.
Earlier this year, Indian players struggled to the field in Mohali, where the temperature dropped to 10° Celsius. Thus, any chance of cricket happening at 1° Celsius temperature is ruled out at the moment.
That being said, the start of the play will likely be delayed, and several additional halts are expected during the game, which could lead to further delay.
The loss of time in the five-day Test game could drive the game towards a draw. Notably, all four games in the series have produced results so far. Thus, for the final match to conclude in a draw would be an underwhelming end to an exciting and successful series.
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