New Delhi, July 31 -- The opening day of the fifth and final Test between India and England at The Oval in London have been dampened by the frustrating rains on Thursday. After the toss was briefly delayed due to rain, the skies opened up just towards the end of the first session, thus forcing an early lunch. The start of play in the second session also saw a delay as more than two hours were wasted because of the rain gods.

As many as only six overs could be bowled after lunch before the players had to rush back to the pavilion, forcing an early Tea. The stoppages hurt the batting side especially, impacting the momentum. The London Met office had earlier predicted thunderstorms and heavy showers throughout July 31. Things don't good eit...