IND vs NZ 3rd T20 Weather Report: The third T20 match between India and New Zealand will be played at the ACA Stadium (Barsapara) in Guwahati. Find out what the weather will be like during this match.

IND vs NZ 3rd T20 Weather Report

The Indian cricket team holds a 2-0 lead in the ongoing T20 series against New Zealand. A win in the third match will ensure Suryakumar and his team clinch the series. This match will be played at the ACA Stadium (Barsapara) in Guwahati. India has won only one T20 match at this ground, while losing two. Rain is expected in the city on match day.

It remains to be seen whether Axar Patel, who was injured in the first match of the series, will play in Guwahati. Kuldeep Yadav was included in the playing XI in his place in the second match. Jasprit Bumrah was also rested, with Harshit Rana playing in his place. Bumrah may also be rested for the third T20. New Zealand made three changes in the second match after the first defeat, but the visitors still lost badly in Raipur. Now, Guwahati is a do-or-die match for New Zealand, as a win will give Team India an unassailable lead in the series.

Barsapara Cricket Stadium's T20 records

The Indian cricket team has played three T20 matches at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium so far, winning one and losing two. In November 2023, Australia defeated India by five wickets at this ground. In 2022, India defeated South Africa by 16 runs. In the first match played on this ground, Australia defeated India by four wickets.

How will the weather be in Guwahati on Sunday

The India vs. New Zealand third T20I will be played in Guwahati on Sunday, January 25, starting at 7 p.m. Rain is forecast for the city on match day, but cricket fans have no cause for concern. The weather department estimates a 5 to 10 percent chance of rain between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. Rain is also expected in the evening. The temperature is expected to be around 21 degrees Celsius at 6 p.m. on Sunday, dropping to 17 degrees Celsius by 9 p.m.

Barsapara Stadium pitch report

The pitch at the ACA Stadium is typically flat, offering plenty of assistance to batsmen. It's a red clay pitch. Dew tends to appear in the evenings, so winning the toss will be crucial for both teams. Bowlers may find swing here. The captain who wins the toss will likely choose to bowl first. A high-scoring match is expected here.