England vs West Indies 3rd Test match
The third and final Test between England and West Indies gets underway on 26th July, Friday at Edgbaston, Birmingham. England have already claimed the series after winning the first two Tests. They would now be eying on a series whitewash, while West Indies would look to salvage some pride.
West Indies lost the first Test by an innings and 114 runs. They put on a fighting performance in the following Test but, eventually, lost the game by 241 runs. It will be interesting to see if they could end the series with a win in Edgbaston.
England vs West Indies Preview
England Review
England have been ruthless in the first two Tests against the West Indies. They dominated the first Test and registered an innings win. West Indies looked to make a stronger comeback in the next Test but Ben Stokes and Co. didn’t let their grip loosened.
Ollie Pope set the tone for a big total in the first innings of the second Test. He played a sensational knock of 121 off 167. Duckett also played well for his 71-run knock.
Later, Ben Stokes showed his class with a 69-run knock, helping the team register a 416- run total.
In their second essay, Joe Root and Harry Brook scores respective centuries to put the team in a commanding position. Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett scored half-centuries too. As far as your fantasy team is concerned, Pope, Duckett, Root, and Brook are four must-have picks.
Shoaib Bashir ran through West Indies’ batting in the final innings, picking five wickets for 41 runs. He returned with seven wickets in the match, while Chris Woakes claimed six wickets, overall.
West Indies Review
West Indies would be happy with their performance in the second Test, given how badly they fared in the series opener. Despite conceding a 416 in the first innings, they put on a brilliant batting display in the second innings. Kavem Hodge produced an outstanding ton, while the likes of Alick Athanaze (82), K Brathwaite (420), and Joshua De Silva (82) made significant contributions as well.
However, in their second innings, they couldn’t replicate their effort and were bowled out for 143. With the ball, Jayden Sealed picked up six wickets across two innings, while Alzarri Joseph picked three. Both are expected to do well in Edgbaston as well.
Holder made 27 and 37 in the two innings but could only pick a solitary wicket in the match. Despite the meagre runs, we would still advise you to pick him in your fantasy XI.
Favorite Team in Today Match Prediction
Ben Stokes and Co. have dominated the proceedings throughout the series. Be it batting or bowling, they have checked all the boxes and might come up with the same playing XI. They would be looking to inflict a series whitewash and are strong favourites to win the third Test match.
Winning Chances of Today Match for the Both Teams
England have a 90 percent chance of winning the match
West Indies have a 10 percent chance of winning the match
Pitch Report and Conditions for Today’s Match
If you look at the last five year’s history, the pitch in Edgbaston has favoured the bowlers. It has been tough for the batters to notch big scores. Both teams should look to bat first upon winning the toss.
Today Match Weather Report
The weather remains mostly sunny throughout five days, with temperatures hovering between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. Humidity stays around 50 per cent, while wind flows at a speed of 12 kmph.
The forecast suggests a 10 per cent chance of precipitation. However, it reduces further as the Test match progresses.
Who Will Win Today England vs West Indies 3rd Test
Who Will Win Today England vs West Indies 3rd Test – Match- England
Who Will Win Today England vs West Indies 3rd Test – Toss- England
ENG vs WI Dream11 Team
Wicket-Keeper: Ollie Pope ©
Batters: J Root (VC), K Hodge, B Duckett, Z Crawley, H Brook
All-Rounders: C Woakes, J Holder
Bowlers: A Joseph, G Atkinson, S Bashir
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