Kennington Oval Pitch Report And London Weather Forecast For ENG vs WI 3rd ODI

Kennington Oval [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X]

England dominated the first two matches of the three-match ODI series against West Indies and they are raring to seal off the proceedings with a win in the 3rd ODI. The final match of the series is going to take place at Kennington Oval in London on June 3 and fans can watch it live from 5:30 PM IST.

England will enter the 3rd ODI brimming with confidence after dominating the first two matches of the series. Their batting unit has fired on all cylinders, posting a mammoth 400 in the opener and chasing down 309 with ease in the second game. With consistent performances, England will look to seal the series 3-0.

West Indies will aim for a strong comeback in the final ODI after back-to-back defeats. Despite putting up a fight with the bat in the second match, their bowlers have struggled to contain England’s aggressive lineup. With pride on the line, the hosts need both departments to click together if they want to avoid a series whitewash and end on a high.

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Kennington Oval, London ODI Stats

Kennington Oval, London Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

Historically, Kennington Oval has been a balanced wicket offering something for both batters and bowlers, but with a slight edge to the bowlers early on. The pitch is known for its flat and even surface, providing decent bounce and carry, which allows stroke-makers to settle in after the initial overs.

Early in the innings, pacers can expect some assistance from the surface, especially with the new ball swinging under the typically overcast English skies. Seamers who can move the ball both ways will be crucial in the powerplay overs. 

However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to flatten out, making strokeplay easier and enabling batters to accelerate comfortably. Spinners may find some grip and turn in the middle overs, but their impact is generally limited compared to seamers. Hence, the toss-winning captain would like to bowl first.

Kennington Oval, London Weather Today

Source: Accuweather

According to  AccuWeather, The weather in London on June 3 is expected to remain breezy with a high of 19°C, matching the RealFeel temperature. Winds from the southwest will blow at 24 km/h with gusts reaching up to 61 km/h, 

ENG vs WI: Chances Of Rain

There is an 81% chance of rain on June 3 in London, with precipitation expected for up to two hours delivering about 3.4 mm of precipitation. The day will remain mostly cloudy, indicating relatively dark conditions. The probability of thunderstorms remains low at 16%. Hence, the match could be severely hampered by rain.

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