The third and final T20I between England Women and West Indies Women is scheduled for May 26, 2025, at the County Ground in Chelmsford, with the action commencing at 07:00 PM IST. With the hosts having already sealed the series 2–0, England will be eyeing a clean sweep, while the West Indies will look to salvage pride and build some rhythm ahead of the ODI leg.
England, under the leadership of Nat Sciver-Brunt, maintained their winning combination from the second game. West Indies made a couple of tactical changes, bringing in the experienced duo Stafanie Taylor and Shemaine Campbelle in place of youngsters Realeanna Grimmond and Jannillea Glasgow.
However, the shift didn’t pay off as they struggled to 81/9 in 20 overs, with Emily Arlott delivering a masterclass with figures of 3/14 (4). Sciver-Brunt then anchored the chase with a sublime 55* off 30, helping England romp home with nine wickets in hand.
With an unassailable 2–0 lead, England continues to flourish under the Sciver-Brunt–Charlotte Edwards era. Of the 31 T20Is played between the two sides, England leads the head-to-head 21–9, with one match ending in a tie.
Squads:
England Women’s Cricket Team
Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Emily Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones (WK), Heather Knight, Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
West Indies Women’s Cricket Team
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Aaliyah Alleyne, Jahzara Claxton, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor
Players to watch out:
Alice Capsey
Aged just 20, Capsey is brimming with potential and hunger. She was a standout performer in the Women’s One Day Cup with 317 runs from seven matches, including a classy 125, and contributed with the ball as well, claiming six wickets. With 707 runs from 38 T20Is and the best of 67 not out, she is poised to translate her domestic form into international success.
Issy Wong
The 23-year-old tearaway quick brings pace and dynamism to the English setup. She showcased her all-round capabilities in the Women’s One Day Cup, taking six wickets and scoring 106 runs across six games. In the current T20I series, she has chipped in with 1/35 and 1/10, underlining her growing impact with the ball.
Shemaine Campbelle
A seasoned campaigner with 144 T20Is, Campbelle has amassed 1,410 runs and taken 34 wickets in her career. Despite a lean run in the recent ODI World Cup Qualifiers, she showed glimpses of her prowess with a solid 26-run knock in the second T20I. Her dual role as a batter and keeper adds depth to the West Indies line-up.
Zaida James
At just 20, Zaida James has featured in 25 T20Is, scoring 118 runs and taking five wickets. Though she didn’t strike with the ball in the ODI Qualifiers, her recent performances—1/32 and 1/12—make her one of the few bright spots in an otherwise struggling West Indies side.
Pitch:
The County Ground, Chelmsford, is known for its batting-friendly surface with even bounce and good carry, making stroke-play a delight. With an average first innings score of 156, teams generally prefer chasing here, a trend likely to continue in this fixture.
Weather:
The forecast for match days indicates partly cloudy skies with a 20% chance of light rain. Temperatures will hover around 17°C, with humidity at 71% and winds touching 27 kph, potentially assisting swing bowlers early on.
Fantasy XI Picks:
Amy Jones, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Issy Wong, Zaida James, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Emily Arlott, Afy Fletcher, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell
Match Details:
Date – May 26, 2025
Time – 07:00 PM IST
Venue – County Ground, Chelmsford
Live Streaming – Sony Liv App and Sony Ten Sports Network
