England Aims for T20I Series Sweep Against West Indies
Upcoming Match Details
England is set to clash with the West Indies in the third match of their T20I series. This encounter will take place at the Rose Bowl in Southampton, England, on June 10, 2025, starting at 11:00 PM IST.
England's Recent Performance
Following their success in the ODI series, England is eager to complete a clean sweep in the T20I series after securing a thrilling victory by four wickets in the second match. Chasing a target of 197 runs set by the West Indies, England found themselves at 72 for 2 at one point. However, Jos Buttler and Tom Banton's partnership led them to a comfortable win. With one match left, England aims to finish the series on a high note. Luke Wood, who replaced Matthew Potts, delivered an impressive performance, taking 2 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs, earning him the Player of the Match accolade.
West Indies Struggles
In contrast, the West Indies have struggled in white-ball cricket recently. Their disappointing form continued in the second match, where they lost by four wickets despite scoring 196 runs. With the T20I World Cup approaching next year in India, the West Indies are under pressure to improve their performance and secure a win in the final match for their supporters.
Pitch Analysis
The Rose Bowl pitch is typically favorable for bowlers, offering good movement that can challenge batters. Fast bowlers often find swing and movement in the early overs, making it difficult for opening batsmen. As the game progresses, this advantage diminishes, but the pitch still provides extra bounce for pace bowlers. Historically, the average first innings score here is around 174 runs, which drops to 147 runs in the second innings.
T20I Head-to-Head: ENG vs WI
| ENG vs WI head-to-head | |
| Matches Played | 37 |
| Won by England | 18 |
| Won by West Indies | 18 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Tied | 0 |
Probable Playing XI
England: Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Liam Dawson, Luke Wood, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Tom Banton, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid.
West Indies: Johnson Charles, Evin Lewis, Romario Shepherd, Shai Hope (c & wk), Akeal Hosein, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Rovman Powell, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford.
Key Players to Watch
Top Wicketkeeper
- Jos Buttler | ENG: The 34-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has been in outstanding form, having played 136 T20I matches and scored 3678 runs. He made 96 runs in the first match and followed it with 47 in the second, making him a valuable addition to any fantasy team.
Top Batters
- Jacob Bethell | ENG: Bethell has been a consistent performer, scoring 245 runs in 12 T20I matches, including two half-centuries. He has averaged 49 runs in this series, making him a must-pick.
- Evin Lewis | WI: The 33-year-old has been the standout batter for the West Indies, with 1682 runs in 63 T20I matches. Despite a low score in the second match, his overall performance makes him a key player.
Top All-Rounders
- Liam Dawson | ENG: Dawson has been instrumental since his return, taking four wickets in the first match and should be included in the lineup.
- Romario Shepherd | WI: A dynamic all-rounder, Shepherd has scored 572 runs and taken 59 wickets in 55 T20I matches, making him a valuable asset for any fantasy team.
Top Bowlers
- Luke Wood | ENG: Wood made a significant impact in the second match with two wickets and will aim to continue his success.
- Alzarri Joseph | WI: Joseph has been a reliable wicket-taker for the West Indies, claiming 57 wickets in 40 T20I matches, making him a strong candidate for fantasy teams.