The Rohit Sharma-led side will be desperate to script a remarkable comeback in the second Test having been outclassed in the opening Test by eight wickets.
As take the field on Day 1, several factors are going to determine their outcome in the all-important clash such as the good assessment of the pitch, However, one more thing has a massive impact on a cricket game and that is the weather.
In Bengaluru, the hosts were blown away in challenging conditions as captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat first in cloudy conditions which saw them being capitulated for their lowest total at home of 46. Hence, all eyes will be on the weather this time around as it will influence the captain's decision at the toss on Day 1.
What does the weather have in store in Pune?
Much to the delight of fans, there are hardly any chances of rain throughout the Test match. Hence, the fans will get to see action-packed cricket across five days as India prepare themselves to make a comeback in the series. According to weather.com, there are very less rain chances on Day 1 of just 10% which ranges between 7-0% during the playing hours.
As a result, there won't be any frustrating interruptions in between for both teams allowing a smooth passage of play throughout the five days. Hence, both teams won't have anything else to worry apart from their game resulting in a mouth-watering clash in Pune.
India have their back against the wall after losing the series opener as they're on the verge of losing their first series at home after over 11 years. On the other hand, New Zealand ended their 36-year-long drought for a Test win in India in Bengaluru .With all to play for in Pune, both teams are expected to bring their 'A game' to the fore as the crowd prepares itself to witness one of the classic Tests ever played in India.