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The entire world awaits anxiously for today’s high-stakes third T20I between India and England at Rajkot. As both teams have equal chances, this match is going to be really an exciting one in cricket. Here’s the preview to give details of the probable line-up and conditions prevailing at the ground to nail down the preparation for this showdown.
India playing 11 for IND vs ENG 3rd T20I
India’s Predicted XI:
Ruturaj Gaikwad: Consistent at the top, likely to retain his spot.
Shubman Gill: A reliable means that will help when nothing else seems suitable enough to guarantee a good start.
Virat Kohli: Expected to come back to the XI to bring some consolidation in the middle order.
Suryakumar Yadav: The dynamic finisher and key player in the death overs.
Hardik Pandya (C): Captain and all-rounder, crucial with bat and ball.
Ravindra Jadeja: Local talent from Rajkot, his Jontedo makes him balanced all-rounder of the team.
Axar Patel: Extends the length of the batting and it is a good spin bowler.
Jasprit Bumrah: In particular, setting the team bowling power play and leading the bowling effort especially during the death overs.
Arshdeep Singh: A reliable left-arm pacer with excellent death-over skills.
Yuzvendra Chahal: Expected to capitalise on the favorable spin conditions.
Mukesh Kumar: Maybe used when a quick pace is required.
England’s Predicted XI:
Jos Buttler (C): England’s skipper and destructive opener.
Phil Salt: Arrogant striker, who can bat fearlessly putting up a performance which can provide magnificent start.
Dawid Malan: The rock in England’s batting line up.
Harry Brook: Anticipated performer, who has been incredibly reliable in T20 format of the game.
Moeen Ali: All-rounder and a spin option for middle overs.
Liam Livingstone: Power hitter and part-time bowler.
Chris Woakes: Reliable seam-bowling all-rounder.
Sam Curran: England’s X-factor with bat and ball.
Adil Rashid: A key spinner in the middle overs.
Mark Wood: Express pacer, crucial for breakthroughs.
Reece Topley: Left-arm pacer for early wickets and death overs.
Rajkot Pitch Report
For the batters, the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot is a dream ground, mostly due to high scoring performances.
Pitch Characteristics:
Flat Surface: Even bounce is offered, and the balls themselves can be used for a variety of stroke plays.
Spin-Friendly in Middle Overs: Spinners might be due for use in the course of the game.
Chasing Advantage: Due to the dew factor perhaps chasing might be slightly easier under lights.
Average Score:
T20I average first innings score: 170–180.
A total of more than 190 could pose some pressure on the team which is chasing.
Rajkot Weather Forecast
The weather in Rajkot is expected to remain clear for the 3rd T20I:
Temperature: 24–28°C, ideal for cricket.
Humidity: Somewhat high, approximately 50 / 60%, with only a limited effect on players.
Rain Prediction: Having no rain which makes a match continuous without interruption.
Dew Factor: Tend to see action in the second innings when the side chasing is at the bat.
Key Players to Watch
India:
Suryakumar Yadav: He specializes in 360-degree batting, and that’s why he is India’s crowning glory when it comes to finishing a match.
Hardik Pandya: With his all-round skills, he’s going to be valuable in the two departments.
Ravindra Jadeja: Jadeja may be the “Change” when he will be back to his home ground.
England:
Jos Buttler: The world’s number one wicketkeeper, Buttler’s ability to come in at the top end of the batting order and score quickly is invaluable for England.
Sam Curran: He is good under the bar which makes him a valuable player.
Adil Rashid: He was expected to be perhaps one of the majors with this really sleight of hand spin.
