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The third and final Test of the series between England and West Indies at Edgbaston is set to be a formality, with England already holding a commanding 2-0 lead. The hosts are overwhelming favorites to complete a clean sweep.
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Match Details:
- Date: Friday, July 26 – Tuesday, July 30, 2024
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
England Preview
England have been in imperious form throughout the series against West Indies, showcasing their strength in all departments. The batting lineup, led by the likes of Ben Duckett, Joe Root, and Harry Brook, has been consistently brilliant, piling on runs with ease.
The bowling unit, spearheaded by Mark Wood, Chris Woakes, and Ollie Robinson, has been equally impressive, dismantling the West Indian batting order with relentless pace and accuracy. The emergence of Shoaib Bashir as a spin option has added depth to the attack.
With a 2-0 lead and the series heading to Edgbaston, a stronghold for English cricket, England are overwhelming favorites to complete a clean sweep.
West Indies Preview
West Indies find themselves in a challenging position heading into the third Test against England. The series is already lost, with England dominating the first two matches.
The batting has been inconsistent, with the top order failing to deliver consistently. Kraigg Brathwaite has shown resilience, but the rest of the batting lineup needs to step up.
The bowling attack has struggled to contain the English batters, with the lack of consistent wicket-taking being a major issue.
While the odds are stacked against them, West Indies will be eager to salvage some pride and avoid a humiliating whitewash. A spirited performance could set the tone for future series.
ENG vs WI Squad
England Squad: Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir, Daniel Lawrence, Matthew Potts, Dillon Pennington
West Indies Squad: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (wk), Mikyle Louis, Kirk McKenzie, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Jason Holder, Kevin Sinclair, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Zachary McCaskie, Tevin Imlach, Akeem Jordan
England Test Stats and History
Total Match Played = 1073
Won = 394
Lost = 324
Draw = 355
West Indies Test Stats and History
Total Match Played = 577
Won = 183
Lost = 212
Draw = 181
Tied = 1
England vs West Indies Head To Head Stats
Total Match Played = 165
England Won = 53
West Indies Won = 59
Draw = 53
Score Prediction?
If England Bat First: 369+
If West Indies Bat First: 268+
Winning Chances?
England winning chances are 85% in this match
West Indies winning chances are 15% in this match
Match Prediction
Given England’s dominance in the series and the home advantage, it is highly unlikely that West Indies can turn the tables. England are expected to win the match comfortably and complete a 3-0 whitewash.
Winner: England Will Win
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