IND vs ENG 2nd T20I: Rain threat in Manchester? Know weather update

After the first T20I was washed out by rain, fans are once again worried about the weather ahead of the second match in Manchester. Both India and England will be hoping for clear skies as they look to get the five-match series underway after the opener ended without a result.

The first T20I at Chester-le-Street was abandoned during England's chase after persistent rain prevented a single ball from being bowled in the second innings. India had posted a strong total of 189/7, with Abhishek Sharma and Shreyas Iyer scoring impressive half-centuries before the weather had the final say.

With the second T20I set to be played at Old Trafford, Manchester, fans are eager to know whether rain will once again affect the match. Throughout this article, we will look at the latest weather forecast, the chances of rain during the match, and whether the weather could disrupt the second T20I between India and England.

Old Trafford weather forecast — Hourly rain chances for match day

The latest weather forecast for Old Trafford, Manchester, suggests a cloudy and breezy afternoon with a chance of showers. The temperature is expected to be around 21°C, with a RealFeel of 20°C. Winds could reach 26 km/h, with gusts of up to 50 km/h.

There is a 55% chance of rain during the afternoon, while the expected rainfall is just 0.3 mm. Humidity is forecast to be 68%, with 85% cloud cover and 9 km visibility. These conditions mean passing showers are possible, but heavy rain is not currently expected.

Although the weather remains uncertain, the latest forecast suggests there is still a good chance of getting a full match. Fans will be hoping the showers stay away and that the IND vs ENG 2nd T20I at Old Trafford goes ahead without any major interruptions.

What a washout would mean for the 5-match T20I series

The five-match T20I series is still level at 0-0 after the first match was abandoned because of rain. India had scored 189/7 in the opening game, but England's innings could not begin due to bad weather. If the second T20I is also washed out, both teams will have only three matches left to decide the series, making every remaining game even more important.

India will take confidence from their batting performance in the first T20I. Abhishek Sharma scored a quick 59 off 24 balls, captain Shreyas Iyer made 68, and Shivam Dube added 42 to help India post a challenging total. England, however, will be disappointed that they never got the chance to chase the target and test India's bowling attack.

A second washout would increase the pressure on both teams ahead of the remaining matches in Nottingham, Bristol, and Southampton. With fewer games left, there will be little room for mistakes. Both India and England will be hoping the weather stays clear at Old Trafford so the series can finally get underway with a full match.

Toss, pitch report and DLS scenarios if rain interrupts play

The pitch at Old Trafford, Manchester usually offers good bounce and carry for the fast bowlers early in the match. As the game goes on, the surface becomes better for batting, while spinners can also get some help if the pitch starts to slow down. If rain is expected, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first, as chasing becomes easier under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method.

If rain interrupts the match, the DLS method will be used to calculate a revised target for the team batting second. A T20I must have at least five overs per side to produce a result. If the rain is heavy and not enough overs can be completed, the match will be abandoned, and both teams will share one point each.

Overall, the toss could play a key role if rain affects the game. Both India and England will hope for clear weather, but if showers arrive, the DLS method could have a major impact on the final result.