England vs South Africa – 3rd Test Match Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is England vs South Africa taking place? Thursday, September 8th, 2022 – 11:00 (UK)
Where is England vs South Africa taking place? The Oval, London
What is the expected weather for England vs South Africa? 19-22c with a chance of showers across the Test
What channel is England vs South Africa on? The match will be televised live on Sky Sports for UK viewers
Where can I stream England vs South Africa? Sky Sports subscribers in the UK can stream this match live via Sky Go
LAST MEETING
England beat South Africa by an innings and 85 runs
THE TEAM NEWS
ENGLAND
- England responded in emphatic fashion to their defeat in the opening Test as they gave South Africa a taste of their own medicine with an excellent bowling display to run out winners by an innings and 85 runs in the second clash between the two.
- The hosts will now look to secure the series win but they have been forced into at least one change with the in-form Jonny Bairstow succumbing to an injury whilst playing golf with his absence potentially opening the door for Yorkshire teammate Harry Brook to make his debut.
SOUTH AFRICA
- South Africa could not build on their superb showing in the opening Test of the tour as they fell to a heavy loss in the second encounter and must now rectify their issues ahead of this decider.
- The Proteas have a big decision to make in their bowling department and will need to determine whether to stick or twist with deploying two spinners while Rassie van der Dussen will need to be played after suffering a finger injury.
THE PREDICTION
England and South Africa will bring an intriguing three-match Test series to a close with everything still to play for in this final encounter at the Oval. The pair have won a game apiece so far and each did so in emphatic fashion, winning with an innings to spare. Both teams are capable of prevailing in this final contest with all results on the table and despite the manner in which the series has been played to date, a draw could well be on the cards in this one with the weather playing its part.
