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Will ENG vs IND 1st Test Day 4 Be Abandoned Due To Rain? Headingley Weather Update

Sakshi Sharma

Headingley Weather (Source: @debasissen/x.com)Headingley Weather (Source: @debasissen/x.com)

As the highly anticipated Day 4 of the first Test between India and England gets underway at Headingley, all eyes will be on the skies. With the match delicately poised and India holding a slender lead of 96 runs with eight wickets in hand, the weather could play a defining role in the day's proceedings.

ENG vs IND: Headingley Weather Update For Today

According to the latest forecast from AccuWeather.com, Headingley Leeds is expected to start the day under partly sunny skies. However, as per latest updates, the skies remain overcast, with a few areas in Leeds already reporting light rain, hinting at the unpredictable nature of English weather. Fortunately, the probability of precipitation drops significantly post 9:00 AM, with conditions expected to improve just in time for the scheduled 11:00 AM start of play.

However, weather models suggest the possibility of a passing shower later in the evening, with rain chances rising again to around 40%. This could potentially impact the final session, depending on how play unfolds earlier in the day.

Headingley Weather [Source: Accuweather.com]Headingley Weather [Source: Accuweather.com]

Information
Details
Temperature18°C (RealFeel 17° C)
WindW 24 Km/h-63 km/h
Chances of rain
40%
Chances of thunderstorms8%

Temperatures are expected to remain cool throughout the day, hovering around 17–18°C. The breeze, combined with the cloud cover, will maintain a bowler-friendly environment that both teams will look to exploit at different phases. The wind is expected to blow from the West direction at the speed of 24 Km/h and can reach upto 63 Km/h. Taking a look at all the conditions, Day 4 of the Leeds Test might be disrupted.

ENG vs IND: Decisive Day 4 Ahead

With India aiming to set a substantial target and England hoping to capitalise on the atmospheric assistance to make early inroads, Day 4 will be a significant in this Test. 

Despite the growing situation around a potential draw, especially given the time remaining and match situation, the dynamic nature of England’s 'Bazball' approach and the looming threat of sudden weather shifts keep all three results on the table.