Five‑Day Weather Forecast For IND vs ENG 1st Test At Leeds

Team India and England are gearing up for the crucial third Test at Headingley, Leeds, starting June 20. The entire cricketing world is eagerly watching this contest, especially as it could play a pivotal role in shaping the series.

But there’s one factor beyond any team's control — rain. Leeds is known for its unpredictable weather, and fans are wondering: Will rain affect the match? Here's a complete breakdown of the 5-day weather forecast for Leeds.

Rain Watch: Day-by-Day Weather Forecast

Day 1 – June 20 (Thursday)

Rain Chance: 5–10%, Temperature: 17°C to 31°C, Outlook: A clear start to the Test is expected with almost no rain. Ideal conditions for cricket.

Day 2 – June 21 (Friday)

Rain Chance: 60%, Temperature: Similar to Day 1, Outlook: Heavy showers are likely in the afternoon. Expect interruptions or even possible session washouts.

Day 3 – June 22 (Saturday)

Rain Chance: 5–10%, Temperature: 12°C to 22°C, Outlook: Much like Day 1 — mostly dry. A full day of play seems likely.

Day 4 – June 23 (Sunday)

Rain Chance: 25–30%, Temperature: 13°C to 19°C, Outlook: Rain might cause minor delays, but a major impact is unlikely.

Day 5 – June 24 (Monday)

Rain Chance: 25–30%, Temperature: Similar to Day 4, Outlook: Light rain is possible, but it may not significantly interrupt the final day.

Probable Playing XIs

India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudarshan, Shubman Gill (captain), Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper), Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh.

England: Jack Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir

Summary

Best Days for Play: Day 1 and Day 3 (minimal rain risk)

Most Affected: Day 2 (high chance of rain)

Watch for Disruptions: Day 4 and 5 (moderate rain chances)

Cricket fans will be hoping the skies stay clear over Headingley so the game can unfold without interruptions. Keep your eyes on the forecast — this one might go down to the wire, both on the field and in the clouds!

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