Oval Test Day 5 weather report: Will rain be the villain in London drama?
The Indian team showed defiance in the face of defeat and clawed their way back into the contest, as Prasidh Krishna dismissed Jacob Bethell and Joe Root to provide a twist to the tale. As it seemed like we were all set for a thriller, the villain of this drama made its way to the stage. Bad light first forced the players back in before rain came in to call for early stumps. The decision was panned as the weather started to play its tricks at the Oval, with many calling the decision to end play on Sunday as lazy. So with England needing 35 runs, India four wickets and all four results still possible, will the weather be the villain on Day 5?Oval Test Day 5 weather reportThere is rain predicted on Monday, August 4 around the south London area and it is expected to make its way to the Oval at some point. However, the forecasts are saying that the rain won't come in until the afternoon. This means that both teams will get their chance to go for the win in the first session to finish off the match and the series. BBC weather is saying that the rain is expected to come in around 1 pm local time, which coincides with the start of the lunch interval. The morning session will be cloudy and dry and with the new ball available, this could help the Indian bowlers. Accuweather is also saying that the rain won't come in before the afternoon. However, after 2 pm, the chances are expected to increase to 60 percent.
The Met Office has provided the worst news so far in terms of rain. They have placed chances of rain to interrupt the morning session at 40 percent by 11 am. This goes up to 60 percent by mid-day and then steady rain is predicted until 5 pm. - Ends
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