IND Vs AUS Day-Night Test: Complete Timings And Breaks For Adelaide Match

India is gearing up to face Australia in the second Test match at Adelaide Oval, starting on Friday, December 6. This Day-Night Test will be played with a pink ball, following India's victory in the first Test in Perth. The upcoming match poses a significant challenge for the Indian team.

The return of Rohit Sharma as captain is a key highlight for India. He missed the first Test due to the birth of his second child but will rejoin the team. KL Rahul is expected to retain his spot, while Devdutt Padikkal might have to step aside.

The match in Adelaide will commence at 2:30 pm local time and continue until 9:30 pm. An additional 30 minutes may be used if needed to complete the day's overs.

For Indian fans, this Day-Night Test offers a change in routine. Unlike typical early morning starts for Australian Tests, this match allows fans a few extra hours of sleep.

**All timings are in IST

1st Session: 9:30 am to 11:30 am

The first session begins at 9:30 am IST. Batters aim to settle under natural light, while bowlers try to exploit the fresh pitch conditions.

Tea Break: 11:30 am to 12:10 pm

A Tea break follows at 11:30 am IST, lasting for 40 minutes, unlike the usual 20-minute interval during day Tests.

2nd Session: 12:10 pm to 2:10 pm

The second session resumes at 12:10 pm IST and continues until 2:10 pm. As natural light fades, fielding teams aim to take advantage before floodlights fully illuminate the ground.

Dinner Break: 2:10 pm to 2:30 pm

A short Dinner break from 2:10 pm to 2:30 pm IST gives players a brief rest before the final session begins.

3rd Session: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm - 5 pm

The third session kicks off at 2:30 pm IST. Under floodlights, the pink ball swings and seams more, providing bowlers with crucial opportunities. This session can extend up to 5 pm IST if needed.

This schedule offers Indian fans an experience akin to watching a home Test as they cheer for Rohit Sharma and his team in Adelaide.