WI vs ENG 3rd T20I Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

West Indies to face England in must win crucial 3rd T20I [Source: @englandcricket/X.com]

In a do-or-die contest, West Indies will host England for the 3rd T20I of the 5-game series on November 14 at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia. England are leading the series 2-0, and another victory would help them seal the series. 

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: Match Details & Live Streaming

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: England inch closer to series win

England batters were relentless in the first two T20Is as Phil Salt and Jos Buttler showcased staggering muscle power in two back-to-back successful chases for England. After Salt scored a century to win the first game, Buttler slammed 83 off just 45 balls to complete a 159-run chase in just 14.5 overs in the second contest.

Romario Shepherd was brutally beaten for 42 runs in 2.5 overs, whereas Roston Chase was hammered for 34 runs in his 2 overs. Overall, the first two matches were completely dominated by England with the bat as well as with the ball. Moreover, with West Indies’ squad undergoing a couple of changes, the visitors should have an upper hand in the crucial game.

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WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: West Indies misses Andre Russell, Alzarri back

In a massive setback, Andre Russell has been ruled out for the remainder of the T20I series against England due to an ankle injury. On the other hand, Alzarri Joseph’s 2 match suspension has come to an end, and subsequently, he has been added back to the side for the rest of the 3 games.

That being said, the biggest problem for West Indies is their substandard bowling. In the first game, the bowlers couldn’t defend 182-run total whereas Jos Buttler did not leave a margin of error in the following contest. Hence, Rovman Powell and co have a lot to introspect and must come up with better plans as the 3rd T20I is a must win contest for them to stay alive in the series.

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: Pitch Report

The wicket is expected to suit batters with a high scoring game appearing on the cards. The previous head to head game at this venue saw Phil Salt scoring big. The average first innings score is 147 and rain interruptions are unlikely. Moreover, spinners will definitely come into the play in second half of the game and chasing might be preferred choice to toss winning captain on this surface. 

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: Key Players And Stats

• Adil Rashid: 36 wickets in 21 T20Is vs West Indies; Average: 12.50, Economy: 6.05
• Nicholas Pooran: 436 run in 2024 with 2 fifties and 37 sixes; Average: 33.53, SR: 147.29
• Phil Salt: 682 run in 17 innings in West Indies with 3 tons, 43 sixes; Average: 52.46; SR: 178.53
•  Saqib Mahmood: 6 wickets in 2 games; Average: 9.00; Economy: 7.71
• Shai Hope: 241 runs in last 7 games; Average: 48.2; SR: 157.51

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: Probable Playing XIs

West Indies: Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde

England: Philip Salt (wk), Will Jacks, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Dan Mousley, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: Winner Prediction

West Indies and England have had an even rivalry in the T20I format. However, England’s form and dominance in the present series is superior and we expect them to win and take 3-0 unassailable lead in the 5-game series. 

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