The highly anticipated fifth and final Test of the thrilling ENG vs AUS Ashes 2023 five-match Test series is scheduled to take place at the Oval Cricket Ground in Kennington starting from July 27. England lost the Ashes series by drawing the fourth Test in Manchester. Even a draw in the last Test can seal the deal for the visitors, who haven’t won an Ashes on English soil since 2001.
England produced a dominant show in the fourth Ashes Test and were all set to level the series when heavy showers played a spoilsport in Manchester, ending the match in a draw. The series remains 2-1 in Australia’s favour with one match still to be played. Though there is no chance left for England to win the home Ashes, they will at least aim to draw the five-match series.
The average first-inning score here is 343, proving that it is indeed better than most English grounds for batting. However, that number changes quickly when we look at the average 4th inning score, which is 156. Here in this article, we have covered everything you need to know about the Ashes 2023 England vs Australia 5th Test weather report for day 1.
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ENG vs AUS Ashes 2023 5th Test Day 1 Weather Forecast
The weather conditions in London are anticipated to be a significant factor during the final Test of the Ashes 2023 series at The Oval. Rain is expected throughout the Test match, potentially impacting the gameplay and final outcome. Of particular concern is day five, which has the highest probability of rain, potentially leading to a limited amount of play on the crucial last day. If substantial rain occurs on day five, the chances of achieving a decisive result in the match may diminish, and it could potentially end in a draw.
Another challenge is foreseen on day one, with a greater than 50% chance of precipitation. This could affect the start of the match, leading to possible delays in the game getting underway. The unpredictable weather conditions will undoubtedly add an element of uncertainty and strategical planning for both teams as they contend with the possibility of interruptions and changes to their game plans.