On Thursday, October 19, 2023, i.e. today, Men In Blue will take on the challenge of Bangladesh in Pune at the MCA Stadium. The fans are curious waiting to watch heroes in action again after a gap of five days. The last time Team India was seen in action against Pakistan was on October 14, 2023. It seems that India has not played for a long time. Today Team India is expected to be seen in action in Pune against Bangladesh. Wait, why did we use “expected” in the former line? It is because today’s match is likely to be spoiled by rain. Yes, you read it right, it is drizzling in Pune which means the India vs Bangladesh match can be washed out or interrupted multiple times. We have given the full weather forecast and pitch report for today’s match. Stick with this page and go through it till the end.
Match number 17 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 is between India and Bangladesh. It will be played at MCA Stadium in Pune where spectators in large numbers will visit the stadium to support the home team. Not to mention, Rohit Sharma & Co. is currently in red hot form. So far Team India has thrashed each and every single team they clashed with. Today Men In Blue will take on Bangladesh who are craving to register their second win in the tournament. While India is eyeing four out of four, it seems that Team India’s party can be spoiled by the weather.
As per the recent updates, it is currently drizzling at the MCA Stadium in Pune. But reports have claimed that there is no chance of rain pouring in during the match. AccuWeather predicted that the precipitation levels will be around 3 percent. The temperature will be around 33 degrees Celsius with humidity around 41 percent. To note, the temperature will drop in the evening which will be easier for the players to field during the second inning. Talking about the dew factor, it is unlikely to play a major role in the game.
Team India is currently at the top of the points table after comprehensive wins over Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Australia. Team India’s today’s opponent Bangladesh is currently in the 7th position in the points table. So far Bangladesh has lost 2 matches out of 3 matches. The pitch is expected to be on the dry side which would help the spinners. A low-scoring game is expected today. Stay tuned.