Three spectators were injured during the partial collapse of a stand © Getty Images

Test match action at Emirates Riverside between England and Sri Lanka © Getty Images

The groundstaff deal with another shower at Chester-le-Street © Getty Images

A chilly outlook on the third morning at Chester-le-Street © Getty Images

England celebrate their series win over New Zealand © Getty Images

The covers were on an off as rain swept through © Getty Images

Chester-le-Street resplendent in the sunshine © PA Photos

Jonathan Trott walks off after making 49 © Getty Images

Lumley Castle witnesses its first Ashes Test © Getty Images

The rain came lashing down at Chester-le-Street © Getty Images

Persistent rain dogged the opening ODI after India had reached a good position © Associated Press

Heavy overnight rain in Durham delayed the start of England's ODI series against Pakistan © Getty Images

A miserable and wet scene at Chester-le-Street © Getty Images

Hardy souls brave Durham's rain © Getty Images

Ducks walk past the pitch © Getty Images

Lumley Castle in the background of the Riverside Ground © Getty Images

A lone supporter under his umbrella defies the ugly weather in Durham © Getty Images

A groundsman removes water from the pitch at Chester-le-Street © Getty Images