Will Rain Disrupt the IND vs ENG 5th Test? Full Weather Breakdown for Day 5

The India vs England Test series has reached its final day, and now all eyes are on day 5 of the fifth Test match at The Oval in London. The series has been intense and competitive, with England currently leading 2-1. India needs a win in this match to level the series and end the tour on equal terms with 2-2 and a drawn series.

After four hard-fought matches, the game is still underway, and the results could go either way in favor of either team. As of the end of Day 4, England needs 35 runs to win the match, while India is just four wickets away from victory. The match is well-balanced at the moment.

Unfortunately, bad light and rain stopped the play before the innings could have been called. That has now brought extra focus on the weather going into Day 5 of the IND vs ENG 5th Test, which might have a big impact on the outcome of the match and series.

What is The IND vs ENG Weather Forecast 5th Test Day 5?

The weather forecast for August 4, 2025, in London suggests there is a real chance of rain affecting the final day’s play. According to today match pitch report, rain is expected to arrive in the afternoon. AccuWeather suggests 5% chance of rain in the morning hours, which then increases to 60% after 2 PM.

Similarly, as per the BBC weather report, the rain could begin around 1 PM, which is around the lunch break. The UK Met Office has also predicted a 40% chance of rain by 11 AM and steady rain from the afternoon until 5 PM. The Oval Test day 5 weather forecast doesn't look great but the result might still come.

IND vs ENG Day 5 Weather Report

This means the best chance of play lies in the morning session, especially the first 90 minutes. Both teams will be hoping to finish the match before the weather interrupts. For India, the early hours are crucial to take the remaining wickets. For England, it’s a race to score the remaining 35 runs before the rain comes in and interrupts the flow of the match. So far in this match, the weather has already affected play. Day 4 ended early because of poor light and a short spell of rain. Earlier in the match, the conditions were mostly dry, allowing good cricket to take place on the ground.

IND vs ENG 5th Test: Decider Battle to Follow

The fifth Test at The Oval has seen several momentum shifts. India, after being behind in the early part of England’s second innings, fought back late on Day 4. Harry Brook made 111 runs, and Joe Root added 105 runs, leading England’s chase of a big target of 374 runs. Their 195-run partnership for the fourth wicket brought England close to the finish line.

However, Brook’s dismissal, followed by Jacob Bethell and Root, brought back India into the game. At stumps on Day 4, England were 339 for 6. Chris Woakes, initially ruled out due to a shoulder injury, may now play, according to new reports, posing another challenge for the visiting team.

On the fourth day, England had gained control with strong batting performances from Harry Brook and Joe Root, but India bounced back in the final session, removing the set batters and putting the pressure back on the hosts' lower order. Root scored a magnificent hundred and showed why he is one of the best Test batters in the world.

India’s bowlers, especially Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj, have looked in rhythm. They picked crucial wickets late on Day 4 and will now start Day 5 with the second new ball just a few overs away. The overcast and cloudy morning conditions could help them further to take the lead and dismiss the remaining batters to make it a draw. Siraj, being the leader of this pack, will need to show why he is one of the best bowlers in the world in Test cricket.
However, the biggest concern now is the weather. If rain wipes out the afternoon session or more, the game might end in a draw. That would mean England wins the series 2-1. India, on the other hand, would feel unlucky after fighting back hard. With only a small window of dry weather expected in the morning, both teams have limited time to complete the game.