Following England’s historic 146-run victory in the 2nd T20I, England and South Africa will face off again in the decisive 3rd T20I on September 13 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. The previous match was memorable as England became the first ICC full member to score over 300 runs in a T20I, led by Philip Salt’s blazing century off just 38 balls, the fastest by any English player. After losing momentum following their series-opening win, South Africa will be eager to bounce back and restore their confidence in the final match.
ENG vs RSA Win Probability: 3rd T20I Match
*England’s current form changes give them the edge.
ENG vs RSA Batting Tips: 3rd T20I Match
England vs South Africa 3rd T20 Match Details
| Match | South Africa tour of England 2025 – 3rd T20I |
| Date | Sunday, September 14, 2025 |
| Time | 07:00 PM (IST), 02:30 PM (Local) |
| Venue | Trent Bridge, Nottingham |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Sony Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | Fancode & Sony Sports Network |
England vs South Africa Today Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
This upcoming match will be a decider, with both teams level 1-1 in the T20I series. The English batters are in peak form, as seen in the last match where Phil Salt and Jos Buttler completely dominated South Africa, leaving the Proteas’ bowlers struggling. With key South African bowlers Keshav Maharaj and Kagiso Rabada unavailable for the next game, the Proteas’ bowling attack looks weakened. This gives the English batsmen a clear advantage, making England the favorites to win the series decider.
ENG vs RSA Head to Head (T20Is)
| Total Match Played | 28 |
| ENG Won | 13 |
| RSA Won | 14 |
| Draw/No Result/Tie | 01 |
ENG vs RSA Teams Preview (Top Players to Bat)
England
England showcased a powerful top-order batting lineup featuring Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Jacob Bethell, led by captain Harry Brook. Their bowling attack is strengthened by the return of Jofra Archer and the all-round expertise of Sam Curran. With a recent historic win and a strong record at Trent Bridge, the team heads into upcoming matches full of confidence.
ENG Probable Playing XI-
Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
Top Player to bat on- Harry Brook & Sam Curran
South Africa
South Africa will once again rely on captain Aiden Markram and explosive batsmen like Dewald Brevis and Luan-dre Pretorius to lead their batting lineup. Their pace attack, spearheaded by Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen in the absence of Lungi Ngidi, offers relentless wicket-taking options. This powerful combination has made them a strong and challenging team in recent T20Is. However, Keshav Maharaj has been ruled out due to a groin injury sustained in the last T20I, with Bjorn Fortuin set to replace him in the upcoming match.
RSA Probable Playing XI-
Aiden Markram (C), Ryan Rickelton (WK), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Bjorn Fortuin, Kwena Maphaka, Lizaad Williams
Top Player to bat on- Aiden Markram & Dewald Brevis
ENG vs RSA Weather & Pitch Report
Trent Bridge, like Old Trafford, provides early assistance to fast bowlers, especially under overcast skies, while spinners become crucial as the pitch deteriorates. The average first-innings score is 168, dropping to 134 when chasing, highlighting the surface’s challenging nature. With rain forecasts and humidity near 90%, teams bowling first hold a significant advantage in these conditions.
ENG vs RSA Fantasy Teams
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- Wicket-keeper- Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton, Philip Salt
- Batter- Harry Brook (C), Aiden Markram (VC), Dewald Brevis, Jacob Bethell
- All-rounder- Sam Curran (VC), Donovan Ferreira
- Bowler- Jofra Archer, Kagiso Rabada
Pro Tip- Always check your fantasy team after the final playing elevens are announced, usually around 30 minutes before the game starts. After 06:30 PM (IST), verify your team to ensure it matches the official lineup.
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