The second Test between India and Bangladesh has begun at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. India won the toss and chose to field first. However, before the match started, a news report surfaced that may disappoint Kanpur fans. According to reports, it is unlikely that international matches will be held in Kanpur in the future due to a lack of modern facilities. The BCCI acknowledges this, and reports suggest that prominent players from the Indian team also prefer not to play at this venue.
Concerns Raised by the Indian Team
According to BCCI sources, the Indian team management expressed concerns regarding Green Park Stadium. The team prefers to play in Lucknow, where the facilities are significantly better. Due to rotation, the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) was given the opportunity to host a Test match, and since Green Park has been designated as a Test match center, this match is being held there.
Where Will International Matches Be Held in UP if Not Kanpur?
It is becoming increasingly difficult for international matches to take place in Kanpur because the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium has also been built in Lucknow. Additionally, a modern stadium is under construction in Varanasi. Therefore, it is possible that the ongoing Test match between India and Bangladesh could be the last international match held in Kanpur.
History of Green Park Stadium, Kanpur
India played its first Test match at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur in 1952. Since then, a total of 40 international matches have been held at this venue. Before this match, India had played 24 Test matches there, winning 7, losing 3, and drawing 13. In One Day Internationals, India has won 10 out of 14 matches played at Green Park and lost 4. India has played one T20 match in Kanpur, which they lost. Now, it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious in the ongoing match between India and Bangladesh at Green Park.