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NEW DELHI: As Day 4 of the crucial India vs England fourth Test begins at Old Trafford on Saturday, weather has once again emerged as a major talking point — particularly from India’s perspective, as they look to claw their way back into the series.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!After a bright and sunny Day 3, clouds gathered ominously over Manchester on Friday evening. TimesofIndia.com’s senior reporter Sahil Malhotra reported from the ground: “In not very pleasant news for the Indian cricket team, chilly winds and dark clouds have taken over Manchester after day three. The forecast doesn’t look very, very good for day four and day five. Day four at least could be India’s day to bat, and India did find it very difficult when they batted under clouds on the opening day.”Malhotra added: “If India get to bat on Day 4, the forecast is there for rain. Dark clouds have taken over, chilly winds have taken over, and this could get tricky for the Indian team who are already playing catch-up in this Test.”
India vs England Old Trafford Weather Updates
According to the UK Met Office forecast for Manchester, the day is expected to begin with light rain, turning to overcast conditions by late morning. Temperatures will range between 16°C and 20°C. There is a 50–60% chance of rain in the morning session, but things could improve later with chances of showers reducing to 40% by tea and 30% by stumps.India, trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, also face the mental hurdle of never having won a Test match at Old Trafford.Meanwhile, England are firmly in control, having ended Day 3 at 544/7 with Joe Root’s masterful 150 pushing them 186 runs ahead. Ben Stokes remains unbeaten on 77 as the hosts look to seal the series.
