Dew plays a massive factor in day-night matches, especially in southern part of India, where the humidity usually quite high. India take on Zimbabwe in Chennai on Thursday, and the MA Chidambram stadium has found a unique way to tackle the dew. As per a report in Indian Express, a new chemical from the USA has come, called ‘dew cure’, which could help tackle the high moisture on the ground, during evenings.
No dew in IND vs ZIM encounter
The same chemical was sprayed on the ground, mixed with water, on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon. There are plans to do so on Thursday afternoon as well, so it takes full effect, by the time the match begins. “Once Dew Cure is sprayed, it ensures that there is no moisture on the grass leaves. As soon as it gets wet, it will be absorbed and the grass leaves will turn dry,” sources said.
Meanwhile, on the eve of the match, the team stayed back after the training session a bit longer, to see if the dew comes. For now, it seems that there are no concerns regarding it. Going further in the tournament, the dew control could be used in the semis as well, but there is no confirmation for the same.
That said, in the coming days, the BCCI could make it mandatory, to use the chemical, with the IPL lined up for March 26, 2026. There. dew is also a point of contention. As far as India’s chances in the T20 World Cup are concerned, the team needs to win their remaining two matches, without a fail. Post the Zimbabwe match, they face West Indies.
