England Women vs India Women 3rd T20I Match Overview
With the three-match T20I series currently at 1-1, England Women are preparing to face India Women in the third and final T20I match of the series. This crucial game is scheduled to take place at the Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton on 2nd June 2026 at 11:00 PM IST. Both teams will be aiming to secure a victory that could determine the outcome of the entire series.
England Women’s Performance in the Series
In the second T20I match, England Women made a strong comeback by defeating India by 26 runs, keeping the series alive. After losing the first match, it was vital for the hosts to showcase their dominance at home. When they batted first, England managed to post a challenging total of 168 for 5 in their 20 overs. Freya Kemp played a pivotal role with her explosive 39 runs off just 13 deliveries. In response, England restricted India to 142 runs for the loss of 9 wickets. Freya Kemp and Charlie Dean were the standout performers with the ball, taking two wickets each. With the series tied, the hosts will be determined to clinch the series in the final match.
India Women’s Performance in the Series
India Women had a successful start to the series with a win in the opener, but they fell short in the second T20I match. While chasing a target of 169 runs, the Indian team managed only 142 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their 20 overs. Yastika Bhatia was the top scorer for the team with 33 runs. On the bowling front, Shree Charani was the most effective, taking three wickets in her spell. The visitors will be looking to bounce back and secure a series win in the final match against England.
Match Details
- Match: England Women vs India Women 3rd T20I Match
- Date and Time: Tuesday, June 2; 11:00 p.m. IST
- Venue: The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton
- Broadcasting and Live Streaming: TV – Sony Sports Network, Live Stream – Sony LIV
Pitch and Weather Reports
The pitch at Taunton is expected to offer good assistance to the batters. Pacers will have an advantage in the initial overs, but once set, the batters will be able to unleash their shots. Spinners are likely to come into play during the middle overs, and they may get some support from the track. The average first-inning score is expected to be around 160-175.
The weather forecast predicts a pleasant day with a temperature of 22°C. Light showers are expected, but there is no heavy rain predicted during the second half of the game. The humidity is likely to be around 70%, which should be favorable for the match.
Head-to-Head Records
In the history of WT20Is between England Women and India Women:
- Total Matches Played: 37
- England Women Wins: 25
- India Women Wins: 12
- Tied Matches: 0
- No Result Matches: 0
Probable Lineups
England Women:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Amy Jones (wk), Alice Capsey, Heather Knight, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Charlie Dean (c), Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell
India Women:
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Yastika Bhatia, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Nandni Sharma, Shree Charani
Players to Watch Out For
- Amy Jones (ENG-W): A right-handed batter known for her attacking style, especially during the middle overs. She has been in good form in this series, scoring 67 and 28 in the first two matches.
- Yastika Bhatia (IND-W): A left-hander who has been consistent in both matches, scoring 54 and 33 runs respectively. She excels under pressure.
- Shree Charani (IND-W): Currently in top form, she has taken four wickets in the series and has been the most effective bowler for India.
Toss Prediction
Historically, teams that have won the toss at this venue have opted to bat twice and bowl once in the last three T20 matches. Teams batting first have a slight edge, as they have won 12 out of 22 matches here, compared to 10 wins for teams batting second.
Match Scenario
Scenario 1
- Toss Winner: England Women (opts to bat first)
- Power-Play Score: 42-50
- ENG-W Total: 175-190
- Match Winner: England Women
Scenario 2
- Toss Winner: India Women (opts to bat first)
- Power-Play Score: 42-48
- IND-W Total: 165-180
- Match Winner: India Women
Final Thoughts
Both teams have shown their best in the ongoing series, keeping it competitive. However, England Women have looked slightly dominant so far, with strong performances from both their batters and bowlers. In the last three head-to-head matches, England has a slight edge with three wins, while India has two. Despite this, we still believe India Women can make a strong comeback and seal the series.
