Sabina Park Pitch Report And Jamaica Weather Forecast For WI Vs AUS 3rd Test



Sabina Park to host 3rd Test between West Indies and Australia [Source: @andymcg_cricket/X.com]Sabina Park to host 3rd Test between West Indies and Australia [Source: @andymcg_cricket/X.com]

The third and final Test of the 3-game series between Australia and the West Indies will be held from July 12 to 16 at the Sabina Park Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. The match will begin on 12:00 AM IST (July 13).

Australia have dominated this series so far with an unassailable lead of 2-0. For the West Indies, the final Test will be an opportunity to avoid a whitewash and save their pride.

Ahead of the third Test, which is also a day/night pink-ball game, here’s a detailed pitch and weather report in Jamaica.

Sabina Park Stats

Criterion
Data
Matches played56
Matches won batting 1st19
Matches won bowling 1st22
Tied0
Average 1st innings score310
Average 2nd innings score 329
Average 3rd innings score 235
Average 4th innings score149

Sabina Park Pitch Report: Is The Surface Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The surface at Sabina Park is expected to be slower and low, offering decent support to batters who take time to settle. The key challenge will be negotiating the new Dukes ball, especially under lights, as this is a day/night Test. 

Early on, pacers can extract seam movement and swing, particularly in the first 20-30 overs, making the first session crucial for top-order batters. As the match progresses, the pitch is likely to deteriorate, becoming slower and aiding spinners to some extent. 

But overall, it’s a surface that rewards application with the bat. Expect Mitchell Starc, with 74 pink-ball wickets, to be a major threat early on.

Kingston, Jamaica’s Weather Report For WI vs AUS 3rd Test

Day 1 weather and chances of rain

Kingston Day 1 Weather [Source: accuweather]Kingston Day 1 Weather [Source: accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature27°C
Wind SpeedN 15 km/h
Probability of Precipitation4%
Cloud Cover15%

On Day 1, the weather at night will be clear and pleasant. Rain chances are down just 4%, meaning the game will carry on without any interruption. Cloud cover under the lights will help fast bowlers generate movement with the pink ball.

Day 2 weather and chances of rain

Kingston Day 2 Weather [Source: accuweather]Kingston Day 2 Weather [Source: accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature26°C
Wind SpeedN 22 km/h
Probability of Precipitation2%
Cloud Cover9%

On Day 2, the wind speed will pick up to 22 km/h and less cloud cover could likely help batters settle down on the crease and pile up runs. However, the pink ball can never be ruled out of the game at any stage.

Day 3 weather and chances of rain

Kingston Day 3 Weather [Source: accuweather]Kingston Day 3 Weather [Source: accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature26°C
Wind SpeedN 15 km/h
Probability of Precipitation25%
Cloud Cover26%

The Day 3 weather doesn't look much promising at Kingston. Rain chances will increase to 25%, meaning small interruptions are likely with significant could cover.

Day 4 weather and chances of rain

Kingston Day 4 Weather [Source: accuweather]Kingston Day 4 Weather [Source: accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature27°C
Wind SpeedN 24 km/h
Probability of Precipitation25%
Cloud Cover41%

Day 4's weather will be similar to Day 3 with increased cloud cover. Rain interruptions are expected but won't last long enough to disrupt a full session.

Day 5 weather and chances of rain

Kingston Day 5 Weather [Source: accuweather]Kingston Day 5 Weather [Source: accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature27°C
Wind SpeedN 28 km/h
Probability of Precipitation10%
Cloud Cover81%

On Day 5, the risk of rain has been reduced to 10%. However, cloudy weather will prevail, thus further assisting fast bowlers.