The combination of strategic selections, pitch dynamics, and player form will play a crucial role in determining who emerges victorious in Kanpur
Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel. Pics/AFP
Key Highlights
- Come Friday, the surface at Green Park Stadium will boast unique characteristics
- The Kanpur surface has a reputation for being flatter and slower
- This change means that the bounce will likely be noticeably lower
Come Friday, the surface at Green Park Stadium will boast unique characteristics when compared to the one in Chennai. While Chennai offered a pitch that could be likened to a fine balance beam, the Kanpur surface, renowned for its black soil, has a reputation for being flatter and slower. This change means that the bounce will likely be noticeably lower, which translates to batters needing to recalibrate their techniques if they hope to score runs.