The Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was canceled for the fourth day due to rain and poor pitch Up trends

The only Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand, played in Noida, India, faced another setback as the fourth straight day of play was called off due to incessant rain and a wet pitch.

Despite the efforts of the ground staff, the playing pitch remained unfit for playing cricket, resulting in the match being called off for the day.

The match, part of the ICC World Test Championship, was initially scheduled to start on September 9.

However, light rain before the match left the field very wet, forcing the first day to be cancelled.

The situation remained unchanged on the second day, with no play possible because ground conditions had not improved.

By the third day, heavy rain had delayed any hopes of playing, and officials had no choice but to abandon the day’s play entirely.

On the fourth day, with water still accumulating on the field and deeper spots appearing, concerns about player safety led to another cancellation.

Ground staff were using fans and removing wet spots to dry the stadium, but these measures were not sufficient, raising questions about poor hosting conditions.

Afghan fans expressed their frustration with the Indian Cricket Board, accusing it of providing a substandard venue for such a high-profile match.

The cancellation of four consecutive days has cast doubt on the remainder of the match, with more rain expected in the coming days.

The venue, hosting its first Test, has come under scrutiny for its lack of world-class facilities and basic drainage.