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.
On Day 4, Australia displayed an unexpected surge to potentially win the series, surprising many viewers who had different expectations at the start of the day’s action. England managed to add only six runs to their overnight score, thanks to Stuart Broad’s six on his last delivery in Test cricket, setting a target of 384 for the Aussies.
However, David Warner and Usman Khawaja mounted an impressive counter-attack, leaving Australia with a promising chance as they require 249 runs with all 10 wickets intact. With Khawaja at 69 and Warner at 58, and considering the pitch behavior, the Kangaroos seem to be within reach of the target.
As for England, they need to improve their bowling performance significantly on the final day. It marks the last appearance of Stuart Broad, and he is expected to give his all in this crucial moment. 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 5.
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ENG vs AUS Ashes 2023 5th Test Day 5 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.
