The highly anticipated five-match Test series between India and England is set to begin on Friday, June 20th. The first match will be played at Headingley (Leeds), England's historic ground.
IND vs ENG 1st Test Weather Report: The first match of the much-awaited five-match Test series between India and England is scheduled to commence on June 20th at Headingley (Leeds). This series is not only crucial for Team India but also marks the beginning of a new era, as it's the first major overseas tour following the Test retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
Young batsman Shubman Gill will lead the Indian team, while Ben Stokes will captain England as usual. Team India will be aiming for a Test series victory in England for the first time since 2007. However, the Headingley weather presents a significant challenge before the start of this historic series.
Rain Threatens All Five Days: AccuWeather Issues Alert
According to AccuWeather, a weather forecasting website, there is a possibility of rain on all five days of the Headingley Test. This could impact the excitement of the match and cloud the chances of a definitive result. Let's examine the Leeds weather forecast for each day:
Day 1 (June 20)
- Probability of rain: 5-10%
- Temperature: Minimum 17°C, Maximum 31°C
- Wind speed: 12-13 km/h
Day 2 (June 21)
- Probability of rain: Highest at 60%
- Temperature: Minimum 17°C, Maximum 31°C
- Wind speed: 17-18 km/h
Day 3 (June 22)
- Probability of rain: 5-10%
- Temperature: Minimum 12°C, Maximum 22°C
Day 4 (June 23)
- Probability of rain: 25-30%
- Temperature: Minimum 13°C, Maximum 19°C
Day 5 (June 24)
- Probability of rain: 25-30%
- Temperature: Minimum 14°C, Maximum 20°C
- Wind speed: 18-20 km/h
Strong winds, clouds, and cool weather could make the traditionally challenging English pitches even more difficult. Bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh could capitalize on these conditions. Meanwhile, England's James Anderson and Chris Woakes could prove lethal on their home turf.
