England Test against West Indies delayed by rain The start of the third Investec Test between England and West Indies was delayed by rain at Edgbaston this morning. Forecast bad weather duly materialised in Birmingham, and the square was still under full cover shortly before the scheduled 11am start. No plans for an inspection were announced - and the prospect of a first-day washout, given predictions of more significant rain, were obvious. England lead the series 2-0, and have therefore already won the Wisden Trophy, with just this final match to play. As light rain continued to fall, it was announced an early lunch would be taken at 12.30pm.