The second Test in the Border-Gavaskar series between India and Australia will be a stern test for the cricket players and fans around the world. This day-night pink-ball Test at the iconic Adelaide Oval, will add a thrilling twist to the series. Here is all relevant information about the match and the details on how to watch it live.
Match Summary
For the present Border-Gavaskar Trophy, there are five matches currently being contested between the two rival teams, India and Australia. After a comprehensive triumph by India in the first Test, it is now Australia’s chance to level the series. This second Test will be a fiercely contested affair, especially with the unique challenges that come along with playing the Test wearing pink balls.
Test match: India vs Australia 2nd test
Dates: December 6 – 10, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM IST/ 2:30 PM GMT Regional chronology
Venue: Adelaide Oval Adelaide, Australia
Type of match: Day-Night (Pink Ball Test)
The Meaning of Pink Ball
Unlike red-ball Tests that are played in broad daylight, there are many challenges due to the fact that players have to play with pink-ball in day-night Test matches. The pink ball behaves differently at night because of the light used artificially.
It bounces a little more in the air which makes it quite harder for the batters and at the same time makes it more interesting for the bowlers. Australia has preferred the Adelaide Oval day-night Test matches owing to their pace-friendly conditions which tends to give them an advantage.
Methods and Locations for Viewing
In these hard times you can seek opportunities in these channels. Below is a resource that should equip you with how to follow the event.
India Television: The match will be broadcasted live thanks to the Star Sports Network covering channels like Star Sports 1, and Star Sports 1 HD and their Hindi, Tamil and other language variants.
Live Streaming: Fans can watch the match live on the Disney +Hotstar App. This will be available upon having a subscription which is available on both mobile and desktops.
For those who prefer listening to the match, commentary will be available on All India Radio.
Australia: Fox Cricket and Channel 7 will show the live action.
Live Streaming: Australian customers can benefit from Kayo Sports and the 7Plus app through advance streaming services.
ABC Grandstand and SEN will also air live commentary.
International Streaming: UK viewers can watch it live with BT Sport.
In North America between the USA and Canada fans can access Willow TV.
Other Regions: Fans in countries without individual broadcasting agreements can visit the official website of the ICC or their narrower regional sports channels.
Anticipations Regarding Both Teams
India
After winning the first test match handily, India comes into the battle with a lot of self-belief. The expectations are that Captain Rohit Sharma and opener Shubman Gill will continue their good form which leaves Kohli and Rahane looking to build through the middle order. Batsmen such as Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj as well as Ravindra Jadeja will also take up a key role in the bowling attack, especially when the condition favors the pink ball during the night.
Australia
Australia has set its sights on redemption having started the series in quite an unimpressive fashion. Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc will be crucial with the ball partly because of their experience with pink-ball conditions in the recent times. Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne need to come in strong with about batting order which crumbled under the metronomic Indian bowling attack in their first Test. Josh Hazlewood being injured is a big blow, but Scott Boland is expected to fill his absence rather well.
Guidelines for Viewers
The email is about a match. To prevent missing the match: There will be no interruptions during the match.
Verify Schedule: The contest begins at 9:30 AM IST and as such changes your arrangements if need be, especially if you are in a different time zone.
Subscription Preparedness: Please ensure that you have an active subscription to the desired streaming service.
Reliable Internet Connection: A strong and consistent internet bandwidth is very important in live Streaming so that streaming interruptions due to buffering are avoided.
Live Commentary: Ball by ball coverage and expert commentary can be found on Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, and the official ICC web page.
What’s in it for them?
India leads the series 1-0, and Australia will not want to go down again. For India, a win in this contest will give them a psychological edge and the upper hand in the remaining matches of the series. For Australia, this match offers the chance to redeem themselves and protect their good record in home pink-ball Tests.
Final Assessment
The second Test of the series is likely to be an extraordinary display of skill, tactics and endurance. Moreover, the fact that they are playing with a pink ball only raises the odds which means cricket fans are going to have a great time. The battle at the Adelaide Oval is a must watch whether you follow it on your TV or through online streaming.
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