Heavy rain on Tuesday morning has forced the Indian team’s practice session to be washed out on the eve of the opening Test against New Zealand.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a forecast predicting significant precipitation in the city throughout the week, casting a shadow over the series opener.

The New Zealand Test series will also help India prepare for a crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia next month. According to stats, India have won a world record 18 home Test series in a row and haven't lost a Test match since 2012-13.

Disappointing news for fans as the first India-New Zealand Test is set to begin tomorrow. The first Test will be held at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Heavy rain in Bengaluru since this morning has disappointed fans.

Eyes will be on the skies when India take on New Zealand in the opening Test at M. Chinnaswamy in Bengaluru. The Test starts on October 16 and there is a high possibility of rain playing spoilsport. To be precise,

Rain is predicted for all five days of the 1st Test match between India and New Zealand beginning at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday.