WI vs SA Match Prediction, 3rd T20I: Who will win today’s match? – CricTracker

West Indies take on South Africa in the third T20I of the series on May 27.

By Mihir Korde

Published – 26 May 2024, 11:16 IST | Updated – 26 May 2024, 12:43 IST

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West Indies (WI) and South Africa (SA) are all set to take on each other in the third and final match of the ongoing T20I series at Sabina Park in Kingston on Monday, May 27. Under Brandon King’s leadership, the hosts have dominated the series against a powerful South African side.

The Caribbean side registered a convincing 28-run victory in the first T20I. Thanks to Roston Chase’s all-round performance, the hosts secured a brilliant 16-run win in the second T20I. After the series, the West Indian side will be going straight into the T20 World Cup preparations.

On the other hand, the Rassie van der Dussen-led side has had a dismal performance in the three-match series leading up to the World Cup. With some experienced players still engaged in the IPL, the Proteas’ poor performance was evident in both matches played so far. The visitors will be aiming to deliver a strong performance in the final game to boost their confidence ahead of the marquee event in June.

Match Details

Match	West Indies vs South Africa, 3rd T20I
Venue	Sabina Park, Kingston
Date & Time	Sunday, May 27, 12:30 am IST
Live Broadcast and Streaming	Fancode

Sabina Park, Kingston Pitch Report:

The pitch at Sabina Park offers an even contest between bat and ball initially, but it becomes more favorable for the spinners as the match progresses. The batter will need to be patient initially and adjust their gameplay accordingly until the conditions become more favorable for batting. The team that wins the toss will opt to bat first.

WI vs SA Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played	20
Won by West Indies	09
Won by South Africa	11
No Result	00
First Played	September 11, 2007
Last Played	May 25, 2024

Probable Playing XIs

West Indies (WI):

Brandon King (C), Johnson Charles, Kyle Mayers, Roston Chase, Andre Fletcher (WK), Fabian Allen, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Obed McCoy

South Africa (SA):

Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Rassie van der Dussen (C), Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqaba Peter, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter:

West Indies skipper Brandon King could be the best batter in the third T20I against South Africa. The 29-year-old batter has been in great form and has scored runs in both the T20Is. In the first T20I, he scored a match-winning knock of 79 and in the last game, he gave his side a solid start with his brilliant 22 ball-36. He is the second-highest run-scorer of the series and will be a great threat to the Proteas bowlers in the forthcoming game.

Probable Best bowler:

West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie could be the best bowler in the third T20I against South Africa. With six wickets in the series, the left-arm spinner is the highest wicket-taker of the series. The host will rely on him to provide them with necessary breakthroughs in the third and final game.

Today’s Match Prediction: West Indies to win the match

Scenario – 1

West Indies win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay Score – 55-65

First Innings Score – 185-195

West Indies win the match

Scenario – 2

South Africa win the toss and bat

Powerplay Score – 45-55

First Innings Score – 175-185