​Chances of rain in Manchester today: the latest forecast for the IND vs ENG 2nd T20I at Old Trafford originally appeared on Cricket News. Consider adding Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Key takeaways: the first T20I in Chester-le-Street was washed out, leaving the five-match series level at 0-0. There are notable rain chances in Manchester, which may prevent a full 40 overs being played on Saturday afternoon. India vs England 2nd T20I: both teams eager to strike first at Old Trafford. After rain denied a result in the series opener, India and England will be keen to make a statement in the second T20I at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday, July 4. India posted 189 for 7 in their innings, with Abhishek Sharma and Shreyas Iyer scoring half-centuries and Shivam Dubey adding late fireworks, but rain arrived before England could bat and washed out the match. Despite the strong total, concerns linger over a few players. Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan have yet to find form in the UK, and the management will monitor their performance closely. Tilak Varma, who was named vice-captain ahead of the Ireland series, has yet to justify that faith with the bat and will want to leave a mark at Old Trafford. For England, Saqib Mahmood was the standout bowler in the opener, claiming three wickets, while Mark Wood proved expensive and could be replaced by Jofra Archer if the hosts reshuffle pace options. Weather forecast for the England vs India 2nd T20I in Manchester: there is a probability of rain on Saturday. Hourly local forecast: 2:00 PM: 21°C with a 25% chance of rain; 3:00 PM: 22°C with a 28% chance; 4:00 PM: 22°C with a 32% chance; 5:00 PM: 21°C with a 30% chance; 6:00 PM: 20°C with a 28% chance; 7:00 PM: 19°C with a 25% chance. Will rain affect the match? Rain is anticipated to impact the second T20I between India and England. India’s white-ball tour of England begins with the first T20I at Durham on July 1 and ends with the third ODI at Lord’s on July 19. Fixtures: July 1, 2026 — 1st T20I, Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street (Durham); July 4, 2026 — 2nd T20I, Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester; July 7, 2026 — 3rd T20I, Trent Bridge, Nottingham; July 9, 2026 — 4th T20I, County Ground (Seat Unique Stadium), Bristol; July 11, 2026 — 5th T20I, The Rose Bowl (Utilita Bowl), Southampton; July 14, 2026 — 1st ODI, Edgbaston, Birmingham; July 16, 2026 — 2nd ODI, [venue to be confirmed].