Will Rain Disrupt England Vs West Indies 1st Test At Lord's?

England and West Indies kick off the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with the first of three Tests at Lord's in London on Wednesday, July 10.

Ben Stokes' England, currently at the bottom of the WTC standings, come into this match after a 1-4 series defeat to India. Meanwhile, Kraigg Brathwaite's West Indies, placed sixth, are buoyed by a historic win against Australia earlier this year.

The weather forecast for London on Day 1 of the first Test predicts an overcast start that will turn sunny as the day progresses. Temperatures are expected to range from a high of 22°C during the day to a low of 15°C at night.

Rain Prediction in London on July 10: According to MET Office, there is minimal risk of rain or thunderstorms for most of the day. The highest chance of precipitation is only 20 percent between 10 AM and 3 PM local time.

AccuWeather, however, indicates a higher likelihood of showers at the start of play, with a 30 to 40 percent chance of rain from 11 AM to 1 PM local time. The afternoon is expected to be cloudy and overcast, which could benefit fast bowlers.

Both teams have made changes to their playing XI from their last red-ball matches. Three players are set to debut in what will be veteran pacer James Anderson's final Test match.

With red-ball cricket returning after months dominated by white-ball formats, fans are eager for a full day's play. However, England's weather remains unpredictable despite it being summer.

The weather forecast suggests there might be some interruptions during the opening day's play due to rain. However, it is unlikely that the entire day's play will be washed out in London today.