The first day of the 3rd Test between India and Australia at the Gabba has been severely affected by rain, as only 13.2 overs were bowled before a heavy downpour halted play. The match was briefly paused before the rain returned within the first 90 minutes of play, and it has continued relentlessly for the past few hours, accompanied by thunderstorms. The outfield has become heavily drenched, and Day 1 of the Test appears to be effectively washed out.
With the first day already lost to the weather, attention now turns to the forecast for Day 2, Sunday, December 15. According to the Accuweather forecast, Brisbane is expected to experience mostly cloudy conditions, with a high of 29°C and humidity levels remaining high. A brief morning shower is expected, contributing 0.5 mm of rainfall, but the outlook improves later in the day. The chance of precipitation stands at 46%, with the likelihood of thunderstorms remaining low at just 9%. Winds are expected to blow from the southeast at 15 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 37 km/h.
BBC Weather suggests that rain is likely between 9 am and 12 pm, with a 55% chance of showers. However, by the afternoon, conditions are expected to brighten, and the skies will begin to clear. While there is a possibility of rain causing some delays in the morning session, it is unlikely to spoil the entire day’s play. The weather appears to improve as the day progresses, giving hope that play may resume in the afternoon, and the match will continue without significant disruption.
Despite the heavy rain on Day 1, the forecast for Day 2 offers some optimism, with only moderate rain predicted. While the morning session may see some interruptions, the chances of the rain affecting the full day of play remain low, and fans will be hoping that conditions improve to allow for uninterrupted cricket later in the day.
