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The stage is set for an exhilarating showdown as England prepare to face New Zealand in the fourth and final T20I at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. With the series currently leveled at 2-1 in favor of England, the upcoming fixture takes on the significance of a series decider.
In a series marked by thrilling encounters, New Zealand bounced back admirably after losing the first two matches and clinched victory in the previous game by a commanding margin of 74 runs. As the teams gear up for the final showdown, the stakes are high, and cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the outcome.
T20 Stats and Records at Trent Bridge:
- Total matches: 14
- Matches won batting first: 9
- Matches won bowling first: 5
- Average first innings scores: 163
- Average second innings scores: 143
- Highest total recorded: 232/6 (20 Ov) by Pakistan
- Lowest total recorded: 110/10 (17 Ov) by New Zealand
- Highest score chased: 173/3 (19.4 Ov) by England
- Lowest score defended: 130/5 (20 Ov) by South Africa
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Trent Bridge Pitch Report:
Trent Bridge is known for its true, hard surface, which allows the batters to play their strokes freely. The average first innings score of 163 indicates the pitch’s suitability to set competitive targets. Though it offers assistance to the bowlers as well, especially when conditions are overcast. There is a slight advantage for teams winning the toss and electing to bat first.
Nottingham Weather Report:
Nottingham is set to experience partly cloudy conditions with a minimal 10% chance of precipitation. The day promises to be comfortable, with the maximum temperature expected to reach 27 degrees Celsius, ensuring an enjoyable experience for both players and spectators alike. Anticipated humidity levels stand at approximately 58%, while the wind is forecasted to blow at a moderate 21 kilometers per hour.
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ENG vs NZ, Probable XIs:
England: Jonny Bairstow, Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Chris Jordan, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Gus Atkinson
New Zealand: Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee (c), Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi
