India vs Australia 5th Test, Sydney Weather Report: Will rain impact IND vs AUS match on Day 2?

The fifth Test between India and Australia at the SCG heads into a promising Day 2 with clear skies. The weather conditions are mostly sunny and breezy, ideal for cricket. Australia’s strong start after India posted a modest 185 on Day 1 sets the stage for a potentially decisive day’s play.

NEW DELHI: The fifth and final Test between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) enters Day 2, with clear skies promising uninterrupted action.

After a dramatic opening day where India were bowled out for 185 and Australia closed at 9/1, Day 2 could be pivotal in determining the course of the match.

Sydney’s Saturday morning will kick off at a pleasant 27°C, with conditions being mostly sunny and breezy, ideal for cricket. The wind, coming in from the northeast at a steady 19 km/h with gusts reaching up to 39 km/h, could aid swing bowlers.

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A negligible 2% probability of rainfall ensures uninterrupted cricket during the morning session. With 10 km of clear visibility, there will be no atmospheric hindrance for players.

The afternoon sees a slight increase to 28°C, with the conditions staying mostly sunny and windy. The wind intensifies to 30 km/h with gusts up to 48 km/h, posing challenges for bowlers’ run-ups and high catches.

The chances of rain is virtually none, with precipitation probability at just 1%.

With no significant rain interruptions expected, both sides could focus fully on gameplay strategies. Seamers may benefit from the breezy and slightly humid conditions, while batters will find the sunny weather conducive for shot-making.

Fans and players alike can anticipate a full day’s play as Australia looks to build a strong response to India’s modest first innings total.

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