The first day of the pink ball warm-up Test match has been washed out due to rain and is supposed to play a 50-over per side match on Day 2. The Indian Cricket Team was scheduled to play a pink-ball warm-up test match against Australia's Prime Minister XI at the Manuka Oval, Canberra, on Saturday, November 30, as preparation for the second Test at Adelaide. Due to continuous rain, no play was made possible at Canberra, leaving both teams visibly frustrated. Since the very beginning, rain had no signs to pause, and the toss was delayed for an uncertain period of time. Earlier it was expected to have a few overs lost, as the rain had stopped, but covers were firm on the pitch. Later, it was announced that day 1 had been abandoned due to rain. However, a report from ESPNCricinfo has suggested that both teams will play a 50-over preparatory match on Sunday, Day 2. Read Also: Josh Hazlewood Out for Adelaide Test; Scott Boland Added Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese posed with the Indian team The Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, had clicked a photo with the Indian Cricket Team, ahead of the warm-up match at Canberra. He was found having a chat with the team members. He posted the photo on his X handle, putting a caption saying, "The PM's XI and Indian cricket teams are keen to get out on the field. The rain has delayed play for today, but it's been great to chat with players and fans at Manuka Oval." The PM’s XI and Indian cricket teams are keen to get out on the field.The rain has delayed play for today, but it’s been great to chat with players and fans at Manuka Oval. pic.twitter.com/MADMyDArPD — Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) November 30, 2024 Interestingly, he feels that the India-Australia is more important than the Ashes due to the growing popularity of the Indian Premier League. Speaking to Fox Sports, he remebered the enthusiasm of the crowd at India's Narendra Modi Stadium while he visited the country for a Test Match