England vs South Africa Prediction: Who Will Win 3rd T20 Match on 14th September 2025?
England vs South Africa prediction for the 3rd and final T20I of the series promises to be a thriller at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. The hosts bounced back strongly in the second T20I with a record-breaking performance from Phil Salt and Jos Buttler, leveling the series 1-1. Now, all eyes are on the series decider where South Africa will aim to regroup and put in a solid fight. This ENG vs SA 3rd T20 match prediction looks at both teams, playing XI, fantasy tips, head-to-head stats, pitch conditions, and more.
Match Details
| Match | ENG vs SA, 3rd T20 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, September 14th, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Nottingham |
Team Previews
England Preview
England enter the decider full of confidence after demolishing South Africa in the second T20I by 146 runs. Their batting unit looks dangerous with Jos Buttler and Phil Salt in explosive form. Salt’s unbeaten 141 off 60 balls and Buttler’s 83 off 30 stunned the visitors. Captain Harry Brook added 41* to finish the innings with authority.
The top 6 of England – Buttler, Salt, Brook, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, and Jacob Bethell – make them one of the most powerful batting lineups in the world. If the top order clicks again, they will be unstoppable.
Bowling-wise, Jofra Archer stood out with 3 wickets in the last game, while Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, and Jamie Overton provide depth. Adil Rashid’s experience in the middle overs and Archer’s pace are England’s biggest assets.
England Predicted XI
Harry Brook (c), Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Luke Wood, Adil Rashid
South Africa Preview
South Africa’s biggest concern is their inconsistent batting. Captain Aiden Markram showed promise with a quick 41, while Bjorn Fortuin chipped in with 32 lower down. But top-order failures from Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, and Ryan Rickelton left them exposed.
The Proteas’ middle order needs to step up if they are to post a challenging total. Shimron Hetmyer isn’t part of this squad, so the responsibility falls on Stubbs, Brevis, and Ferreira to support Markram.
Their bowling has potential with Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Kwena Maphaka leading the pace attack. Bjorn Fortuin, despite being expensive in the last game, remains a wicket-taking spinner. However, lack of discipline in line and length cost them dearly against England.
South Africa Predicted XI
Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Bjorn Fortuin
Fantasy Cricket Team XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton |
| BAT | Phil Salt, Harry Brook, Dewald Brevis |
| AR | Sam Curran, Aiden Markram (VC), Marco Jansen |
| BOWL | Jofra Archer (C), Adil Rashid, Kagiso Rabada |
Fantasy Picks & Avoids
- Captain Pick: Jofra Archer – lethal with the new ball and in death overs.
- Vice-Captain Pick: Aiden Markram – consistent run-scorer with added spin option.
- Players to Avoid: Darren Ferreira (inconsistent returns), Liam Dawson (unlikely to bowl full quota).
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Favourite Team in Today’s Match
England are the clear favourites going into this decider. Their batting depth is unmatched, with Salt, Buttler, and Brook all in sublime form. Add to that their bowling arsenal of Archer and Rashid, and they look like a complete side. South Africa, on the other hand, have failed to maintain consistency with both bat and ball. Their over-reliance on Markram and Rabada makes them vulnerable. Unless their young guns step up, England’s firepower should see them through. Playing at home and buoyed by momentum, England are well-placed to clinch the series 2-1.
England T20I History
England have played 209 T20Is, winning 111 and losing 90. They have consistently been one of the top T20 sides globally, winning the ICC T20 World Cup twice (2010 & 2022). Known for their aggressive batting style, they pioneered modern T20 strategies with power-hitters and flexible batting orders.
South Africa T20I History
South Africa have featured in 206 T20Is, winning 113 and losing 90. Despite their talent pool, they are yet to win a T20 World Cup. Their strength lies in producing world-class all-rounders and pacers like Rabada, Jansen, and Kallis in the past. However, inconsistency in knockout games has haunted them.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | England Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 13 | 14 | 1 |
At Trent Bridge, they’ve played just once before, where South Africa won.
South Africa hold a slight edge historically with 14 wins against England’s 13. However, recent momentum and form tilt the balance in England’s favour.
Also Check: England vs South Africa Head to Head in T20 – Records, Team & Players Stats
Pitch Report – Trent Bridge, Nottingham
The pitch at Trent Bridge is traditionally batting-friendly with short boundaries. Expect high scores with batters dominating early. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs. A first-innings score of 175-185 is par here.
Weather Report
The forecast is mostly clear with minimal chances of rain. Conditions will be cool, around 18°C, with light winds assisting pacers.
Broadcast Details
- India & Online Streaming: FanCode
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- South Africa: SuperSport
Score Prediction
- If England Bat First: 178+
- If South Africa Bat First: 145+
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: England (likely to bowl first)
Match Prediction
Winner – England Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
FAQ – ENG vs SA 3rd T20
Q1: Who will win today’s England vs South Africa 3rd T20?
England are favourites with home advantage and stronger form.
Q2: Where is ENG vs SA 3rd T20 being played?
At Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Nottingham.
Q3: What time does the match start?
7:00 PM IST on Sunday, September 14th, 2025.
Q4: Who are the top fantasy captain choices?
Jofra Archer and Aiden Markram.
Q5: What is the head-to-head record?
South Africa lead 14-13, with 1 no result.
Q6: Who scored the highest runs in the last match?
Phil Salt – 141* off 60 balls.
Q7: Which broadcaster is showing the match in India?
FanCode will live stream the match.
Q8: What is the average score at Trent Bridge in T20Is?
Around 175-185 runs in the first innings.
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