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ENG vs SA, 3rd ODI: England seek consolation win in final ODI

Saturday, 06-Sep-2025, 06:39 AM
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As the three-match ODI series between England and South Africa draws to a conclusion, all eyes now turn to The Rose Bowl, where the two sides will meet on Sunday for the third and final game. With the series already claimed by the Proteas following back-to-back victories, England will be playing for pride as they aim to avoid a series whitewash on home soil.

South Africa have shown a dominant display and consistency in the first two ODIs to secure the series. Their top order has fired effectively, with standout performances from the likes of Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, and Dewald Brevis. The final match gives South Africa a chance to complete a clean sweep.

For England, it has been a series of inconsistent performances. Their batting has lacked fluency, with only a few individuals, such as Jos Buttler and Joe Root, offering resistance against a disciplined South African attack. Nonetheless, England will be eager to put in a complete performance to bounceback strongly.

Head-to-head

Matches - 73

ENG Won - 30

SA Won - 37

NR - 5

Tied - 1

England probable XI: 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 probable XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Senuran Muthusamy, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

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