Both teams are the giants of T20 cricket, so when England and the West Indies face each other in the arena, fans can be sure of seeing some firecracker cricket, great moments, and the best of the T20 know-how. With the 3rd match of the current 5-match T20I series against India drawing near, England is already up 2-0, showing their authority both with the bat and the ball. The West Indies are a highly expressive and forceful unit and this has become a win-or-lose scenario as they seek to ensure that the series continues.
We will discuss all that, including the ENG vs WI head-to-head statistics, the venue, players, and fantasy advice, as well as a clear comparison table about the performance to date.
Match Details—ENG vs WI 3rd T20I
- Date: Friday, 15th November 2024
- Time: 1:30 AM IST
- Venue: Darren Sammy Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
- Series Status: England leads 2-0 in the 5-match T20I series
Pitch and weather report Darren Sammy Cricket Stadium
Pitch Insight:
The St. Lucia surface is normally batter-friendly during the first innings. It has good bounce and pace in the power of runs, which makes batters favorable to the ball to get on the bat. But the pitch gradually has a tendency to slow as the game advances, helping the spinners and hence slightly challenging stroke play.
Toss Factor:
- The desirable tactic will be to win the toss and bat first
- 1st innings average: 160-170 runs
Weather Update:
- The weather pattern is anticipated to be warm and dry at about 32 o C.
- No rain is forecasted—just ideal to play cricket continuously.
ENG vs WI Head-to-Head – T20 Internationals
| Total Matches | West Indies Wins | England Wins |
| 32 | 17 | 15 |
West Indies still holds a narrow edge in historical matchups, but the momentum in the ongoing series is clearly with England.
Match Prediction: Which Team Has the Advantage?
England has been precise in all the departments. The English team is strong, well-balanced, and resolute, with impressive performances from Philip Salt, Saqib Mahmood, and Jos Buttler. Their bowling has especially been sharp, choking the West Indian batsmen.
Prediction:
England are favorites to win the 3rd T20I
But don’t count West Indies out—home conditions and flair can turn the tide
Probable Playing XI – ENG vs WI 3rd T20I
England (ENG):
- Philip Salt (wk)
- Will Jacks
- Jos Buttler (c)
- Liam Livingstone
- Jacob Bethell
- Sam Curran
- Dan Mousley
- Jamie Overton
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Saqib Mahmood
West Indies (WI):
- Brandon King
- Evin Lewis
- Nicholas Pooran (wk)
- Roston Chase
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Rovman Powell (c)
- Romario Shepherd
- Akeal Hosein
- Gudakesh Motie
- Matthew Forde
- Terrance Hinds
Key Players to Watch – ENG vs WI
West Indies:
- Brandon King – Needs to give a strong opening start
- Nicholas Pooran – Middle-order anchor and finisher
- Gudakesh Motie – Left-arm spinner who can exploit slower pitch conditions
England:
- Philip Salt – Explosive at the top and current top run-scorer
- Jos Buttler – Master of pace and spin
- Jofra Archer – Key death-overs weapon if fully fit
ENG vs WI: Player Stats Comparison Table
Here’s a detailed look at individual performance statistics so far in the first two T20Is:
Fantasy Points – Top Performers
| Player Name | Team | Fantasy Points | Innings |
| Philip Salt | England | 180 | 2 |
| Saqib Mahmood | England | 176 | 2 |
| Romario Shepherd | West Indies | 155 | 2 |
| Jos Buttler | England | 139 | 2 |
| Adil Rashid | England | 132 | 2 |
Top Run Scorers
| Player Name | Team | Runs | Innings |
| Philip Salt | England | 103 | 2 |
| Jos Buttler | England | 83 | 2 |
| Jacob Bethell | England | 61 | 2 |
| Rovman Powell | West Indies | 61 | 2 |
| Romario Shepherd | West Indies | 57 | 2 |
Top Wicket Takers
| Player Name | Team | Wickets | Innings |
| Saqib Mahmood | England | 6 | 2 |
| Adil Rashid | England | 4 | 2 |
| Liam Livingstone | England | 3 | 2 |
| Romario Shepherd | West Indies | 3 | 2 |
Fantasy Cricket Tips – ENG vs WI
- Captain Pick: Philip Salt or Saqib Mahmood
- Vice-Captain: Jos Buttler or Romario Shepherd
- Differential Picks: Gudakesh Motie (good on slow pitches), Dan Mousley
- Avoid: Sam Curran (0 wickets in 2 games)
Suggested League11 (Fantasy) Team:
- WK: Philip Salt (C), Nicholas Pooran
- BAT: Jos Buttler (VC), Will Jacks, Jacob Bethell, Rovman Powell
- AR: Romario Shepherd, Liam Livingstone
- BOWL: Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Gudakesh Motie
What the West Indies Must do Differently
Shuffle in the order of batting—Nick Pooran needs to be idling higher up the order to hold the innings in place
- Strike Rotation B—Rotation of strike is failing to be done
- Death Bowling Strategy Death Bowling Strategy is a tactic where the bowlers are giving away runs at the end of the innings.
- Catch drops and misfields – The fielding here has been a drain of momentum. Fielding Standards
Final Words: ENG vs WI Prospects
The ENG vs WI match is the third T20I, but it is also a chance to change everything in the series. England will seek to win the series 3-0 and test the reserves in subsequent matches. Now or never applies to the West Indies. A victory in this game would renew the faith and make this a sort of uncertainty that the fans enjoy when it comes to Caribbean cricket.
The stage is drawn, the arena is there and the stakes have never been higher. By any standards, it is a game where every delivery matters whether you are viewing as a cricket follower or a fantasy player.
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