IND vs SL 2nd Test weather report — Will rain trouble India again in Colombo? Full forecast inside

Rain disrupted the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, with weather interruptions affecting the match in Galle. With the second Test set to begin on August 23, fans are once again worried that rain could interrupt play in Colombo.

The second Test will be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo. India lead the two-match series 1-0 after winning the Galle Test and will look to secure a series victory. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will aim to bounce back with a win and level the series.

In this article, we will provide the complete IND vs SL 2nd Test weather report, including the rain forecast and expected conditions in Colombo. This will help fans understand whether rain could once again affect the match.

Colombo rain forecast: Day-by-day breakdown ahead of the 2nd Test

India and Sri Lanka will play the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo from August 23 to 27. The last Test between the two teams at this venue was in August 2017, when India won by an innings and 53 runs.

However, rain could once again become a major concern for the upcoming Test. On the opening day, August 23, temperatures are expected to range between 27°C and 30°C, with a 45% chance of rain during the day. The chance of rain is expected to increase to 55% at night.

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The weather could remain unsettled throughout the five-day Test, with temperatures staying between 26°C and 30°C. Rain chances are expected to remain between 35% and 60% during the day and night, with thunderstorms and heavy rain possible on several days.

Will weather play spoilsport after India's Galle dominance?

Shubman Gill-led squad dominated Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle and took a 1-0 lead in the series. However, the weather could make things difficult for India in the second Test, with rain expected to remain a threat in Colombo.

The weather on August 23 is expected to be humid and mostly cloudy, with showers possible during the day. Any rain could interrupt India's momentum, although conditions may improve between the rain spells.

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India will be hoping for enough clear weather to make the most of the conditions at the Sinhalese Sports Club. The pitch is generally good for batting early on but can slow down later and offer more help to spinners.

How rain interruptions could impact pitch, toss & India's WTC points

India have a clear advantage over Sri Lanka in Test cricket. The two teams have played 47 Tests, with India winning 23 and Sri Lanka winning seven, while 17 matches ended in draws. India have also remained unbeaten against Sri Lanka since their defeat in Galle in 2015.

Rain interruptions could also affect the pitch and make the toss more important. A wet outfield and overcast conditions could help fast bowlers early on, while repeated interruptions may make it difficult for batters to build long partnerships. As the pitch gets older, spinners could become more important.

India have eight Tests remaining in the current WTC cycle, including one against Sri Lanka, two against New Zealand and five against Australia. They are currently fifth with 64 points and a 53.33% points percentage. India will need to win most of their remaining matches to stay in the race for the top two.