Rain could derail Australia's bid to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in a decade as the Sydney Cricket Ground faces a potential washout during the upcoming Test match against India.
All eyes are on Sydney and its notoriously fickle January weather as one day of wet conditions could hamper Australia 's hopes of securing the Border–Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in 10 years.Of all the Test playing cities in Australia it has the highest number of completely washed out days – 25.
Of all the Test playing cities in Australia, Sydney has the highest number of completely washed out days. A general view of the SCG during last year's Test series with Pakistan is seen. Picture: Mike Owen - CA/Cricket Australia via Getty Images Many have suggested moving the Test to December, which averages 25mm less rain over one fewer day, but the tradition holds.
Eyes are now fixed on Sydney and its notoriously fickle January weather. Cricket fans are seen protecting themselves from the rain during the Pink Test, Jane McGrath Day, between Australia and South Africa on January 6, 2023. Picture: Tim HunterDay four looks the hottest with temperatures likely to rise into the low-to-mid 30s in the city and possibly nudge 40 in the west.
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