India, Aug. 27 -- Cricket fans tuning in for the opening day of the second Test between England and Pakistan at the Lord's Cricket Ground have been met with a frustrating, albeit familiar, sight: umbrellas, gloomy skies, and heavy covers guarding the pitch. Instead of the toss and the return of Babar Azam, the English summer has become the talking point, forcing a delay to the start of play.

England vs Pakistan 2nd Test Toss Delayed Due To Rain In London

The scheduled toss time of 3:00 PM IST (10:30 AM BST) was officially pushed back due to persistent morning showers sweeping across London. With heavy rain leaving the outfield damp and the bowler run-up areas vulnerable, match officials had no choice but to keep the covers firmly in pla...