Will ENG vs IND 4th Test Day 4 Be Abandoned Due To Rain? Manchester Weather Update

Manchester Weather Update [Source: @ChrisFeliii/X.com]

Day 4 of the ongoing fourth Test between England and India at Old Trafford, Manchester, is set to begin with the hosts firmly in control. After a dominant performance on Day 3, England are looking to extend their advantage over an Indian side that trail by 186 runs. 

India, who are currently down 1-2 in the five-match series, suffered a dismal day on the field as Joe Root's magnificent 150-run knock placed the hosts in a commanding position.

Coming into Day 4, England will be hoping to pile on more pressure and potentially bat India out of the game. However, there is a major concern looming over both teams, the weather. The forecast for the day indicates a high probability of rain, which could disrupt proceedings and have a significant impact on the match's outcome.

ENG vs IND 4th Test: Manchester Weather Update For Today

Weather update [Source: Accuweather.com]

According to AccuWeather, conditions in Manchester are expected to be variably cloudy with scattered showers throughout the day. During the morning hours, temperatures will hover around 20°C, with a 47% chance of precipitation and wind gusts reaching up to 39 km/h. 

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Though the rainfall is not expected to be heavy, it could be enough to interrupt play for at least an hour. In the afternoon, the rain may persist intermittently, with the chance of showers remaining at around 45%, accompanied by high humidity and continued cloud cover.

Impact Of Rain On Match Situation

If the weather continues to interfere, there is a real possibility that Day 4 could be heavily curtailed or even abandoned. In such a scenario, India will face a significant challenge. They must dismiss the remaining English batters quickly, with England currently seven wickets down, and then aim to erase the 186-run deficit in their second innings. Only then can they hope to take control and push for a favourable result. 

England, on the other hand, will be aiming to bowl India out cheaply and then, if time permits, chase a manageable target in the final innings to clinch victory. However, if rain continues to interrupt, a draw becomes increasingly likely.

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