• England will take on South Africa in the third and final ODI at Rose Bowl, Southampton.

  • The Proteas are leading the three-match series 2-0 after winning the first two games.

ENG vs SA, 3rd ODI Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between England and South Africa?
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The ODI series between England and South Africa is set for an exciting conclusion as the two sides clash in the third and final match at The Rose Bowl in Southampton on September 07. The Proteas have looked sharp throughout the series, showcasing a strong balance between their batting and bowling departments. Having already wrapped up the series, South Africa will now aim to continue their momentum and finish the ODI leg on a high with a 3-0 scoreline.

For England, the series has been disappointing so far. Despite flashes of brilliance from individual players, they have failed to click collectively as a unit. Heading into the final ODI, the hosts will be determined to avoid a clean sweep and salvage pride with a consolation victory.

ENG vs SA, 3rd ODI: Match Details

  • Date and Time: September 7; 03:30 pm IST/ 10:00 am GMT/ 11:00 am local
  • Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton

ENG vs SA: Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

Total matches: 73 | England won: 30 | South Africa won: 37 | Ties/No result: 6

Rose Bowl Pitch Report

The surface at the Rose Bowl usually provides a fair contest between bat and ball. Unlike some high-scoring ODI grounds, it isn’t completely flat, but batters can still expect good value for their shots. As the game wears on, the pitch often slows down, which could make stroke play more difficult and scoring at a brisk pace a greater challenge.

ENG vs SA, 3rd ODI: Probable playing XI of both teams

England: Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood

South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

Also READ: Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger power South Africa to ODI series win over England in Lord’s thriller

ENG vs SA, 3rd ODI: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

  • England wins the toss and bowls first
  • South Africa powerplay score: 50-60
  • South Africa total score: 260-280

Case 2:

  • South Africa wins the toss and bowls first
  • England powerplay score: 40-50
  • England total score: 250-270

Match result: Team bowling first to win the contest

Also READ: Top 5 South African spinners with best figures against England in ODIs ft. Keshav Maharaj

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