Bangladesh v South Africa, 2nd Test, day 5 - Think twice before arranging a series during the monsoon season

There has been no rain on the final day, but the playing conditions were not up to the mark. The outfield of Mirpur Sher-E-Bangla cricket stadium was too waterlogged to play on, and for which the second and final Test between Bangladesh and South Africa met a dull finish. The battle between the bat and ball was possible only on day 1 while the rest of the four days were washed out by the rain and overall, six days out ten had been badly affected by the monsoon rain.

Even the one-off Test between India and Bangladesh was badly affected by the rain and so far, Bangladesh’s skill and temperament have not been tested well enough in Test cricket. It was a great opportunity for the Tigers to polish their skills and temperament by playing against the likes of India and South Africa, but the rain simply dented such. How justified is it to arrange a full-series in the month of monsoon remains a moot question.

Think twice before arranging a series during the monsoon season.

I was eager to witness Bangladesh’s progress in Test cricket, but sadly, rain denied not only me, but everyone from enjoying a fascinating contest.

Thank You

Faisal Caesar