England vs South Africa Match Prediction, 3rd T20I – Who will win today’s match between ENG vs SA?

Published - 13 Sept 2025, 22:15 IST | Updated - 13 Sept 2025, 22:24 IST

The hosts England (ENG) will face South Africa (SA) in the third T20I of the three-match series on Sunday, September 14, at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. With the series level at 1-1, the decider promises to be a thrilling contest, as the winner will get the bragging rights on the series.

The hosts come into the clash on the back of a record-breaking performance in the second T20I, where they posted 304 runs, the highest-ever total in men’s T20Is by a full-member nation. Riding on that momentum, the Harry Brook-led side will look to produce another dominant display with the bat and finish the series in front of their home crowd on a high.

South Africa, meanwhile, will be eager to bounce back after suffering a massive defeat in the previous match. They began the tour positively, winning the ODI series and the T20I opener, but were outclassed in the second game. The Proteas will now aim to regroup and push for victory in the decider to secure both limited-overs series before heading home.

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The Trent Bridge surface is highly favourable for batters, setting the stage for another high-scoring contest. Seamers will need to be disciplined with their lengths to contain the flow of runs, especially during the powerplay. Spinners are likely to find very little assistance from the surface and will have to rely on variations and accuracy to make an impact.

Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood

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

The wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler is expected to be the key player for England in this decisive clash. He was at his destructive best in the second T20I, smashing 83 runs off just 30 balls at a staggering strike rate. His ability to dominate the powerplay and accelerate through the middle overs makes him a match-winner. Buttler will look to replicate that brilliance in the decider and guide England to a series win in front of their home crowd.

The left-arm pacer Kwena Maphaka could be the key bowler for South Africa in this decider. While he has not had a major impact with wickets in the series so far, he stood out as the most economical bowler for the Proteas in the second T20I. His four-over spell will be crucial in controlling England’s explosive batting line-up, especially during the death overs.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.