WI Vs SA 3rd T20I | Playing 11 Prediction, Preview And Live Streaming

West Indies has already clinched the series 2-0 (X)

As West Indies prepare to face South Africa in the third and final T20I at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, the hosts are riding high with a 2-0 lead and the prospect of a series whitewash firmly in their sights.

Having convincingly bested the Proteas in the first two encounters, the Windies will be eager to cap off the series with a clean sweep when the teams meet on Wednesday, August 28.

WI vs SA 3rd T20I: Team Previews

West Indies

West Indies has dominated the series, winning the first T20I by seven wickets and following it up with a 30-run victory in the second match.

In their most recent clash, the hosts set a formidable total of 179/6, thanks to a blistering 22-ball 41 from Shai Hope and valuable contributions from Rovman Powell (35) and Sherfane Rutherford (29).

On the bowling front, Shamar Joseph and Romario Shepherd were the stars, each claiming three wickets, while Akeal Hosein chipped in with two.

The Windies will now look clinch the final match and replicate their earlier success this year, where they swept South Africa 3-0 in a T20I series.

South Africa

For South Africa, the final T20I presents a last-ditch opportunity to salvage some pride after a disappointing run in the shortest format.

Despite winning the Test series 1-0, the Proteas have struggled to find their footing in the T20Is. Their batting woes continued in the last match, where they were restricted to 149, falling short by 30 runs.

Reeza Hendricks was the standout performer with an explosive 18-ball 44, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to convert their starts into substantial scores. Contributions from Ryan Rickelton (20), Aiden Markram (19), Tristan Stubbs (28), and Rassie van der Dussen (17) were not enough to turn the tide.

On the bowling side, Lizaad Williams impressed with three wickets, while Patrick Kruger claimed two. The Proteas will need to dig deep and deliver a collective effort if they hope to avoid the ignominy of a series whitewash.

WI vs SA 3rd T20I: Match Details And Streaming

WI vs SA 3rd T20I: Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium has proven to be a bit of a wildcard in this series. Traditionally slow, it has unexpectedly offered assistance to the pacers, especially with the new ball. While the spinners have found the going tough in the first two games, they may come into play as the surface wears down and slows further. Batters will need to be cautious, taking the time to get their eye in before unleashing their shots. Given these conditions, the captain winning the toss is likely to field first.

WI vs SA 3rd T20I: Probable Playing XIs

West Indies: Johnson Charles, Alick Athanaze, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell (c), Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Matthew Forde, Obed McCoy

South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Donovan Ferreira, Patrick Kruger, Nandre Burger, Lizaad Williams, Kwena Maphaka, Ottneil Bartman

WI vs SA 3rd T20I: Winner Prediction

Considering the overall team composition, familiarity with the conditions, and how one-sided the contests have been, West Indies are the favourites to win the match.

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