Davis Cup Match Timings Revised: Excitement Builds as Indian Team Prepares to Face Morocco in Lucknow

In a thrilling turn of events, the Davis Cup World Group II playoff matches are set to kick off in Lucknow, India, this Saturday. Leading the Indian campaign will be star players Rohan Bopanna, Sumit Nagal, and Yuki Bhambri, under the captaincy of Rohit Rajpal, who recently announced his five-member team for this exciting showdown. The matches are scheduled to take place on both Saturday and Sunday, providing tennis enthusiasts with a weekend of gripping action.

Weather Forces a Change in Match Timing

However, due to the scorching heat and humid conditions in Lucknow, there has been a significant change in the match timings to ensure the comfort of both players and fans. According to Rohit Rajpal, the matches will now be played from 12 PM to 2 PM on Saturday and from 11 AM to 1 PM on Sunday. This decision was made after discussions with the referees and in response to a request from the Moroccan team. Rajpal also mentioned that if needed, they are prepared to play under floodlights to maintain the quality of tennis.

A Tennis Extravaganza Returns to Uttar Pradesh After 23 Years

This tournament marks a historic return of the Davis Cup to Uttar Pradesh after a gap of 23 years, and it presents an excellent opportunity for both young players and fans to witness top-notch tennis action. Rohan Bopanna, in particular, will be looking to make this Davis Cup tie memorable as it could be his last. For junior players aspiring to participate in such tournaments, this event offers a chance to serve as ball boys or volunteers, further adding to the excitement.

Morocco Announces Their Team

In the midst of this excitement, Morocco’s coach Mehdi Tahiri has also announced his team, consisting of elite players such as Eliot Benchetrit, Yassine Dilami, Adam Moundir, Walid Ahouda, and Younes Lalami Lareussi. Speaking about the match, Tahiri emphasized that rankings don’t matter in the Davis Cup, and while India may have higher-ranked players on paper, the actual battle will be fought on the tennis court. He expressed his team’s readiness to give their best and compete for their country.

Catch the Action Live

Tennis enthusiasts across the nation can catch all the live action from the Davis Cup matches, as they will be broadcasted directly on Sony Sports Network and Doordarshan Sports. This ensures that fans from all corners of the country can witness the excitement unfold as India takes on Morocco in this thrilling encounter.

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness world-class tennis in your city! Get ready to support the Indian team as they aim to secure victory in the Davis Cup World Group II playoff matches. The revised match timings ensure that you can enjoy the games comfortably. See you there!