The fifth and final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 will begin today at 3:30 PM IST at the Kennington Oval in London. India and England will have to deal with player fatigue and limited recovery time due to the short 3-day interval since the Manchester Test, which will result in changes to their starting lineup.
England currently lead the series 2-1, and India have one last chance to level the contest before heading home after a long tour. Check out the complete Pitch Report and Weather Report for the England vs India 5th Test at the Kennington Oval, part of the India tour of England 2025.
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England vs India: Where to Watch Live?
Date | 31/07/2025-04/08/2025 |
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Time | 3:30 PM IST |
Venue | Kennington Oval, London |
Streaming OTT | JioHotstar |
Broadcast | Sony Sports Network |
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England vs India: Kennington Oval Pitch Report
The surface was covered with grass, which is an advantage for the seamers with the new ball. However, a livelier surface could help the batter if they manage to play out the early swing and seam movement. If that happens, even Bazball could come into play at some stage of the match. England has dropped their spinner to accommodate an extra pacer, which could signal that pacers will have plenty of assistance from this pitch. The average first innings total is 383, and the team that wins the toss could opt to bat first.
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England vs India: Kennington Oval Weather Report
London was hot and humid just two weeks ago, but conditions have cooled significantly this week. The weather at the Kia Oval is expected to stay mild and overcast, with passing showers likely during the first three days of the Test. Rain interruptions could be a factor early on, especially in the afternoons. The temperature will hover around 21–22 C, with cloudy skies dominating the forecast. If play is disrupted, it may influence team strategies especially at the toss. With better conditions expected over the weekend, both sides will look to make the most of whatever dry spells come their way.
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