Follow UsAs we entered the third day at Old Trafford, it was rightly seen as the most important day of this series. After a horror day two, India desperately needed a massive day to bounce back. However, it was England who ended up winning the day comprehensively as they ended up taking a 186-run lead, finishing on 544/7. The hosts are in firm control of both the Test and the series, and it will take an extraordinary batting effort from India to stay alive.
Given the match situation, India will be praying for rain to play spoilsport over the weekend. So, will it rain on day four?
There is good news and bad news for India. The good news is that it is expected to rain a little. There’s over a 30% chance of rain between 9 am and 12 PM, and showers are expected around 1 PM. There’s over a 50% chance of rain around 1 PM.
So, what’s the bad news? Well, it’s expected not to rain for the rest of the day, but it’s also expected to be mostly cloudy. That’s not good news for the visitors as they will be batting, and cloudy conditions will go a long way in aiding the England bowlers.
India might have to play out of their skin to stay alive at the end of July 26 (Saturday).