Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is all set to witness the opening clash between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The first Test is scheduled to start on August 21, with Shan Masood leading the Pakistan team and Najmul Shanto captaining Bangladesh. The pitch is expected to be green, which could favor the pacers and tilt the advantage towards Pakistan.
Both teams have faced each other in 13 games, with Pakistan dominating by winning 12 matches, while Bangladesh has yet to secure a victory. However, Bangladesh has recently surprised many asian teams like Sri Lanka in ICC tournaments, so they could pose a strong challenge to Pakistan. Now what about the weather, which is just as crucial as the pitch conditions? Will the rain play a role, or will Rawalpindi witness uninterrupted cricket? Before the match begins, take a look at the weather report for the Rawalpindi Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh weather report
If we trust the forecast reports, the daytime temperature is expected to reach 32°C, dropping to 24°C at night. There is a chance of morning showers, with partly cloudy skies in the evening, which could be beneficial for the bowlers. Additionally, humidity levels will be higher due to the showers, potentially reaching up to 90% at night. There is a 51% chance of rain throughout the day, which may not provide the full Test match experience. However, as this is merely an assumption, it will be interesting to see how things unfold.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh pitch report
As mentioned, the pitch is expected to be green. We can anticipate some even bounce, but it may gradually become a batting-friendly pitch if the sun comes out, which is likely to occur after Day 2.
