India vs England Highlights, 1st Test, Day 5: Match ends in draw after rain washes out final day in Nottingham
India vs England Highlights, 1st Test, Day 5: The first Test between India and England ended in a draw as rain washed out the final day at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Persistent rain delayed the start of play between India and England on the fifth day before washing out the first session. After some respite, an official inspection was due for 7:00 PM IST but it never took place as rain returned. An early tea was taken, after which the call was taken and play was abandoned on the fifth day. Chasing 209 to win, India were in a comfortable position till the end of fourth day's play, reaching 52/1 with Rohit Sharma and Cheteshwar Pujara at the crease. India needed 157 runs to win on the final day but rain ensured that not a single ball could be bowled....Read More
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None the less, what a Test match
Well, rain may have spoiled the fun and had the last laugh, but the biggest coming from it is that the India-England Test series has kicked off with a bang. India had England on the mat after dismissing them for 183 in the first innings and then taking a 95-run lead with KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja scoring brilliant half-centuries.
In the second inning, captain Joe Root led England's fightback with a gritty century that set India a 209-run target. Not to mention Ollie Robinson's five-wicket-haul and James Anderson bowling brilliantly to pick up 4/54 in the first innings. India began the chase well, putting up 50-plus on the board before rain spoiled what promised to be an exciting final day's play.
If anything, it's been a fascinating contest and let's hope this sets the template for the remaining four Tests. Next stop, London, the Lord's Cricket Ground. Until then, CIAO!
It's all over! Match Drawn
There you have it. The result no one wanted. It's a draw as final day's play is abandoned in Nottingham without a ball being bowled. What a bummer. A sad end to an enthralling Test match which was nicely poised and set for a final day finish. But alas! When in England, do as the weather gods say, and on Sunday, it was rain written all over the Test match. India would be gutted, while England... well, you could say they would breathe a bit easy.
Rain has stopped
It has stopped raining in Trent Bridge. Tea taken in Trent Bridge.
Weather forecast
As per weather forecast, the rain is expected to stop around 9 PM. Will we get play? Depends on how quickly super soppers do their job.
Rain is predicted for an hour
As per weather forecast, rain is predicted for an hour.
Conditions deteriorate at Trent Bridge
We hate to be the bearer of bad news but once again, it's raining. The light has dipped considerably and clouds continue to cover the sky. We are roughly one hour away from the end of the second session, which is at 8:30 PM IST and it's safe to say that the first two sessions today would result in washouts.
Umbrellas are out again
It is raining a lot more in Nottingham as the covers remain intact. We understand that a lot of cricket fans would probably be asking 'God, where was all this rain on the reserve day of the World Test Championship final?'. Well, that's how cruel this sport can be.
The dreaded rain returns
Hopes fade further. It was almost as if the rain was saying 'Miss me?'. Well, the answer doesn't even matter because it's returned in the form of a drizzle. Live pictures in the broadcast does not look good. It's drizzling, the light is poor and it's really gloomy.
Inspection at 7:00 PM IST
Finally, some news to be happy about if you're an Indian fan. It hasn't been long since the rain stopped but the Super Soppers have done some tremendous work to make conditions slightly better. There will be an official inspection at 7:00 PM IST, but don't get those expectations too high.
Who's in for a T20 finish on Day 5?
157 from 20-25 overs... who all are game for it? With rain washing away the first session and conditions not appearing too bright, it could well come down to this. If a wicket falls, how about sending Pant, Kohli and Jadeja to go for the kill? Test match turns T20... do not rule out its possibility.
Weather update from Dinesh Karthik
Even if it's gloomy at Trent Bridge, we can all appreciate DK for his wit and sense of humour. Also, big props to him for being our very own Weatherman in England.
Rain stops, the Super Soppers are out
That's the latest that we hear from Nottingham. The rain has stopped but no promises that it won't return. As for now, the Super Sopper is out, which is finally a positive update. Let's wait, watch and hope for the conditions to get better.
UPDATE: Rain continues to lash Nottingham
Well, it's downright frustrating now. There is no sign of respite with rain continuing to delay proceedings at Trent Bridge. As per the forecast, there is still about a couple of hours before it clears. But don't celebrate yes. Even if it does, it should take a while for the conditions to get ready for some cricket. This seems to be heading towards a Chennai '04-like finish all over again.
What's happening at the ground?
Well, the last update was around 20 minutes ago. Since then, we've heard nothing, neither on social media nor from the broadcasters. This can only mean that things haven't changed from what they were earlier. The wait extends, and with that the frustration of Indian cricket fans.
Update, but not a pretty one
We're nearing the end of the lunch interval, but sadly, the conditions haven't changed much. It's still raining and it's been that way for a while now, raising high possibilities of the dreadful. Of course, there is a significant amount of time left but if it continues this way, Indian fans would be in for a heartbreak.
Well, finally there's some cricket
At least, there's some cricket in Trent Bridge. The fans at the stadium are providing the onlookers something to cheer. By the way, that is a pretty smooth leg glance.
India vs England, Live: Play can be extended
If required, play can go on till 12:00 AM India time to accommodate for the loss of overs, play and time. That is, of course, possible provided there is no rain. At the moment, the showers continues to be heavy at Trent Bridge. *SIGH*
It's official: First session washed out
As the rain continues to start and stop, the inevitable has happened. The first session is a washout on the fifth and final day of this Test and the forecast for the remainder of the day isn't promising either.
Teams to take early lunch
Not much to add here. The rain continues to come down hard in Nottingham and it's been decided that early lunch will be taken at12:30 PM local time, which is 5:00 PM IST. Not surprising, and with that, the first session is officially washed out.
After stopping briefly, the rain returns
For a brief period, the rain had stopped and a couple of inspections were expected, but before we could get there, our most unwelcomed friend has returned. As of now, it's raining again and these are proper showers. If it continues for a little longer, you can rule out any chances of play in the first session.
BCCI provides weather update in Nottingham
More importantly, it's the second part of the tweet that is more alarming. 'No sight of clear skies'.
Rain gets heavy at Trent Bridge
Uh oh! It's going from bad to worse. As Michael Atherton was speaking to the broadcasters, you could see the background behind him get all blurry. That's how heavy the rain has gotten in Nottingham. It's not looking promising at all as the wait continues.
Shades of India vs Australia, Chennai, 2004
The current situation of the match brings back memories of the 2004 Chennai Test between India and Australia. Chasing 228 to win, India were 19/0 at stumps on Day 4, needing another 219 to win. Unfortunately, rain washed out the entire fifth day of the Test. And as it turned out, Australia won the 2-1. Nottingham 2021 is turning out to be surprisingly similar.
IND vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 4 Highlights: WATCH
A day where two of the best of the modern era produced their best. Root led from the front with a century and Bumrah showed he is back with a five-wicket-haul, taking his match tally to nine wickets.
It's raining in Manchester as well
That's English weather for you, folks. When it rains, it does mostly everywhere.
Wasim Jaffer's latest tweet
England rains are frustrating at times, especially when you are in India waiting for your team to play a crucial game of Test cricket.
Pant Power!!
21 Tests, 1403 runs, 3 tons and 6 fifties... That’s the achievement of Rishabh Pant since he made his debut at this very ground in 2018. Also, he is the only wicketkeeper-batsman to score a century in the fourth innings since 2014. Don't this figures strengthen India's winning chances in the ongoing Test?
India need 157 runs to win
Rain and India's succees at crucial moments have mostly been inversly prorportional. The latest example was the WTC final when rain played the biggest game-changing innings. And now, when Kohli & Co are on the verge of winning another Test at Trent Bridge, bad weather is playing the villain again.
Well, the visitors need 157 runs more to win this game.
Rain delays start of play
The unwanted guest has arrived again and has delayed the action at Trent Bridge. It's still raining and the start of play has been delayed. India need 157 runs to win.
Delayed start expected
Not a happening news for the fans. The forecast doesn't look promising as it's pouring down in Nottingham and the covers are on. The start of play on the final day is expected to get delayed.
Vuaghan's dig at India
Still raining in Nottingham
It's still raining in Nottingham and by the looks of it, a delayed start can be expected. Stay tuned for the updates.
Team India in England since 2007
2007: Won 1-0
2011: Lost 4-0
2014: Lost 3-1
2018: Lost 4-1
Bumrah shines in Nottingham
Bumrah picked up a five-wicket haul in the second innings, after having scalped 4 in the first. His 9 for 110 is the best match figures by an Asian pacer at Trent Bridge.
Michael Vaughan believes India can panic
"We have seen this England team before, we have seen this Indian team in English conditions, chasing down this kind of number and losing a few wickets and they start to panic. You say the pitch has to deteriorate so much and it can. Sometimes it can happen," said Vaughan on BBC podcast
All eyes on Cheteshwar Pujara
The new wall of Team India has been a bit underfire lately. In the first innings his dismissal came early but there is a second chance. He is at the crease and fans would want to bring on his resilience once again to take India home.
Rohit Sharma vs England pacers
vs Stuart Broad: 2 innings, 35 runs, o dismissals
vs James Anderson: 3 innings, 20 runs, 0 dimsmissals
What's in store on Day 5?
157 runs
9 wickets
minimum of 98 overs
The stats ensures a intrguing face-off between the two sides, only if the weather allows for it.
Bumrah gets his name on the honours board
Update from weatherman DK
Weatherman DK ~ Dinesh Karthik ~ has given an update about Nottingham's weather and it doesn't looks good. It's raining now and here's how it looks like.
IND vs ENG, 1st Test Day 4 Brief Scores
England: 183 & 303
India: 52/1 (& 278)
Cheteshwar Pujara: 12*
Rohit Sharma: 12*
IND need 157 runs to win
India vs England 1st Test Day 5 Live
The last chapter of the first Test unfolds today when India walk out to chase the reamining 157 runs of their 209-run target. After the bowlers dominated on the penultimate day, it's time when the batters must show their best game and take a 1-0 lead in the 5-match series. Rohit Sharma and Cheteshwar Pujara will resume innings at 52/1. Both are unbeaten at 12. But there are chances that rain will play the spoilsport.
Will India rewrite history by winning the series opener in England? It'll be exciting to figure that out. Stay tuned.
