Shubman Gill’s India has to win to even the series at two and share the trophy with England, who are up 2-1. But everyone’s eyes are on the skies as much as the field and players as India gets ready for the fifth Test at The Oval in London.
An uncertain London weather forecast hangs over the eagerly awaited competition.
Rain could ruin the five days of the IND vs. ENG 5th Test Match, according to the most recent London weather report.
According to the Oval weather forecast, cloudy skies and mild rain are predicted every day.
The predicted temperature range is 14°C to 24°C, with high humidity (about 88%) and wind gusts of up to 13 km/h.
The swing bowlers may benefit significantly from these cloudy conditions, which would make the game more difficult.
After an incredible comeback in Manchester, when extraordinary hundreds from Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar, combined with KL Rahul’s tough 90, helped secure a dramatic draw, India enters this match with a lot of enthusiasm.
Ollie Pope will skipper England while Ben Stokes is out with a biceps tendon injury.
The stress over the pitch itself heightens the drama. Although some grass may be mowed before play, the oval pitch looks green, which benefits seamers. The fact that all four of these innings have averaged less than 300 runs since 2019 suggests that the conditions are bowler-friendly.
Fans should expect an exciting contest if the rain doesn’t come. However, the India vs. England weather update may be just as significant as the toss, given the bleak London weather forecast. Hopefully, this exciting series finale will not be marred by rain.
