India vs West Indies 2019 1st Test, Day 1 Rain Forecast & Weather Report From Antigua: Rain Delays Start; Check Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

India will square off against West Indies in the 1st Test of the 2 match Test series at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua on Aug 22, 2019. India had a successful ODI and T20I series where they defeated hey gave the home team a whitewash. Now the action moves to the red ball game, where India is currently ranked at number one.

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A sudden rain at Antigua has delayed the start of opening India vs West Indies India Test match. India will square off against West Indies in the 1st Test of the 2 match Test series at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua on Aug 22, 2019. India had a successful ODI and T20I series where they defeated hey gave the home team a whitewash. Now the action moves to the red ball game, where India is currently ranked at number one. The Indian team will come out to play in the new Test jersey with number and name on their back.  Meanwhile, fans who want to know about rain forecast, pitch report and weather update from IND vs WI 1st Test Match, 2019 should scroll down below for details. West Indies vs India Cricket Score 1st Test Match.

The weather at Antigua seems to be fine for the game of cricket. As per the reports of accuweather.com, it will be partly sunny throughout the day with no chances of rain. The temperature will be around 29 degree Celsius with the wind blowing a pace of 20km /h which will help pacers. Dream11 Team IND vs WI Predictions: Tip to Select Best All-Rounders, Batsmen, Bowlers & Wicket-Keepers for India vs West Indies 1st Test Match 2019.

Weather at Antigua 

Weather Report from IND vs WI 1st Test Match, 2019 (Photo Credits: Accuweather.com)

Pitch Report: The pitch at Antigua will have some bounce and pacers will play a good role in this match. However, with slight sunshine as per the forecasted weather, batsmen will also get some help to score runs.

It will be an interesting contest between the No 1 and No 8 Test side. This series will be the beginning of ICC World Test Championship for India and West Indies where the winner will be decided by 2021.

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