ENG vs IND, 5th Test Day 4 weather: Will rain disrupt the Oval thriller?
Just before stumps, Siraj struck with a lethal inswinging yorker to dismiss Zak Crawley for 14 — a vital blow that tilted the momentum in India's favour heading into Day 4.Perhaps the best news from Day 3, though, was the weather — after the first two days were frequently interrupted by rain, skies remained clear. But will the same hold true on Day 4?Oval Weather Forecast – Day 4Unfortunately, weather reports from BBC and AccuWeather suggest clouds could return. There is a 40–50% chance of rain throughout the day, particularly peaking during the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to hover between 18C and 22C, with humid conditions possibly assisting bowlers early on.Rain interruptions could disrupt what promises to be a gripping day of Test cricket. While Day 5 remains in the bank, both sides — especially India — will be desperate for an uninterrupted day. With England needing 324 more runs and India eyeing nine wickets, every session on Day 4 could prove decisive.- Ends
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