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The Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton is set to host the third and final One Day International (ODI) of the Women’s Ashes 2023 between England and Australia on Tuesday. As the series stands level at 1-1 after two closely fought encounters, cricket fans can expect a captivating battle between these two cricketing powerhouses.
In the opening match of the series, England emerged victorious in a nerve-wracking finish, securing a two-wicket win. The thrilling contest showcased the exceptional skills and determination of both teams. However, Australia swiftly regrouped and bounced back in the second ODI to claim a thrilling victory, leveling the series and retaining the prestigious Ashes trophy.
This match serves as the decisive encounter of the Women’s Ashes 2023, intensifying the stakes and excitement for players and fans alike. With both teams showcasing their competitive spirit and talent throughout the series, the third ODI is expected to deliver a thrilling contest.
Pitch report:
The Cooper Associates County Ground is renowned for its batting-friendly pitches, suggesting that run-scoring may not be a daunting task. However, the bowlers will have to remain alert and deliver accurate spells to challenge the opposition’s batting lineup.
Dream11 Prediction:
- Wicket-keepers: Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney
- Batters: Heather Knight, Danielle Wyatt, Tahlia McGrath, Tammy Beaumont
- All-rounders: Ellyse Perry (vc), Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Alice Capsey
- Bowler: Sophie Ecclestone
Probable XIs:
England: Sophia Dunkley, Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Danielle Wyatt, Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Sarah Glenn, Kate Cross, Lauren Bell
Australia: Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Jess Jonassen, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Megan Schutt
Match Prediction:
Case 1:
- ENG wins the toss and bats first
- Powerplay score: 40-45
- ENG total: 270-280
Case 2:
- AUS wins the toss and bats first
- Powerplay score: 45-50
- AUS total: 280-290
Team batting first to win the contest
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
