Follow UsIndia rarely play on green tops in the country, but the upcoming first Test against West Indies on October 2 (Thursday) in Ahmedabad could be played on one. The first look at the surface suggests that the conditions could be a paradise for the pacers, starkly different from the usual ones offered in India.
According to ESPNCricinfo, at least 4-5 mm of grass cover is expected for the upcoming clash against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The same publication also added that the green top is because of the soil composition, as the match is set to be played on a red-soil strip, which aids for consistent bounce.
With rain forecast expected on day one of the five-day encounter, the conditions will most likely be pace-friendly, with the pitch under cover for a considerable amount of time. If conditions are pace-friendly, India will favour greatly, given how West Indies have been affected by a fair share of injuries.
Alzarri Joseph (lower-back) and Shamar Joseph (unknown) are ruled out for the visitors, leaving their pace-bowling stocks weakened.