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Will BAN vs ZIM 1st Test Day 1 Be Abandoned? Sylhet Stadium Weather Update

Sakshi Sharma

Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet Bangladesh (Source:@ghosh_annesha,x.com)Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet Bangladesh (Source:@ghosh_annesha,x.com)

The opening day of the 1st Test match between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe was marred by rain, causing interruptions to the play at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on April 20, 2025. The match, which started with high expectations, saw an halt in the first session due to the inclement weather. With dark clouds looming overhead, the rain arrived and that forced the ground staff to cover the pitch and the entire square.

Light drizzle began to fall as the players were preparing for the second session of the day after lunch. The ground staff quickly responded by covering the pitch once again, signaling a delay in play. The rain, which initially seemed to be light, soon became persistent. 

However, the conditions look much brighter than before as for now. The second session will start at 12:40 PM IST, 1:10 PM Local Time. 

Will Rain Play Spoilsport In BAN vs ZIM 1st Test Day 1?


According to AccuWeather.com, the weather forecast for Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh predicts light showers or thundershowers in the afternoon. The partly sunny weather, combined with the likelihood of overcast skies, could create a more humid atmosphere. 

The weather conditions is expected to be unpredictable throughout the day, with intermittent spells of drizzle. Their is threat of more rain in the coming hours mean that there could be more delays in the match.

The average temperature is expected to be 31°C, will RealFeel will be around 36°C. The wind from the south-southwest at 9 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 22 km/h. It is important to mention there is 25% probability of precipitation and 6% of thunderstorms. Additionally, cloud cover is anticipated to be around 33% with a humidity level of 56%. 

So in conclusion, it can be stated that the weather can cause hindrance and likely interrupt the much-anticipated Day 1 between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe.