Afghanistan vs New Zealand Test Match: The test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was to be held in Greater Noida, India from September 9. This is the first test match between the two teams. But due to rain, not a single ball could be bowled in this test match on the first two days. Even the toss could not take place. It rained on Sunday evening. Due to this, the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex ground became wet and there is no good facility for draining water. Due to this, it was difficult to play on the ground and pitch on Monday (September 9). Due to this, the first day's game was canceled. Then the same story was repeated on Tuesday. 

Not a single ball was bowled on the second day as well.

On Tuesday (September 10) too, the ground was completely wet and if the match had taken place on the second day, the players could have been injured. It did not rain on Tuesday, but the grout was not suitable for playing. The mid-on and midwicket area was a matter of concern and the ground staff brought dry grass from the practice area and put it there. Apart from this, three fans were used to dry the grass. But the result was the same and the umpires had to cancel the second day's play as well. Two days have passed without a ball being bowled, so the biggest question is whether the match will be held on the third day. 

It is difficult to play on the third day as well.

It is raining in Greater Noida on Tuesday evening (September 10) and the ground may get wet on the third day (Wednesday, September 11) as well. In such a situation, it seems difficult for the match to take place. According to the AccuWeather report, there is a 40 percent chance of rain during the day on the third day (Wednesday, September 11). It is expected to be cloudy and strong winds may blow. At the same time, there is a 61 percent chance of rain at night. The weather is unlikely to clear. In such a situation, if the match starts on the third day as well, it will be nothing less than a surprise. 

The Afghan team performed well

Afghanistan has improved the level of cricket for some time now. The team made it to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024. In the same tournament, the team defeated a strong team like Australia. In the ODI World Cup 2023, the Afghan team defeated strong teams like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England. For this reason, the team has been successful in qualifying for the Champions Trophy 2025.