The climate in London for the third India-England Test at Lord’s will be ideal for seamless play. No rain is predicted over the entire five days, an unusual boon in an English summer. Temperatures between a pleasant 18°C in the mornings and highs of about 30°C during the day will see players enjoy stable weather and complete days of cricket.
Early Advantage For Pacers
The Lord’s pitch has a hint of green and along with morning freshness, it should benefit fast bowlers on Day 1 and perhaps Day 2. Although the sunny skies will be restricting swing to some extent, the legendary Lord’s slope and live surface will continue to play favourably for seamers who place the ball in the right zones. Both sides will be eager to establish early breakthroughs if they are asked to bowl first.
Batting Will Ease Out In The Middle
\With increasing sun and drying up, the pitch will be likely to settle down by Day 3. This period might turn out to be the best time for batting since the ball would come onto the bat more consistently and with less help for bowlers. Teams that survive the early hours without trouble will have a golden chance to pile on big scores and dictate the game.
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Late Wear And Tear May Bring Spinners In
There is no rain and plenty of sunshine, and the pitch should begin to wear off from Day 4 and Day 5. While Lord’s is not famous for huge turn, cracks and uneven patches may form, and that would introduce spinners and reverse swing. Batting last may become difficult, particularly with chasing a tough total under duress.
