Overview
- The first unofficial ODI at Green Park, Kanpur, was abandoned without a toss after persistent rain halted play throughout Tuesday.
- The washout renewed questions about Green Park’s drainage after previous rain-ruined days during India’s Test against Bangladesh last year.
- SportsTak, citing Sportstar, reported a late decision to reschedule the series opener for October 1, weather permitting, and to play it behind closed doors.
- Ground staff were said to have worked overnight once the rain stopped, and match officials reportedly advised proceeding if conditions allowed.
- The second match of the three-game series remains scheduled for Friday, October 3, at the same venue, after India A took the preceding unofficial Test series 1–0.