England vs South Africa 3rd T20I Match Live Score: The final match for the ENG vs SA T20I series has been called due to heavy rain. Both teams share the spoils in a (1-1 draw). Stormy weather marked the end of an enticing T20I series between England and South Africa that witnessed some brilliant performances from both sides.
England stormed back into the three-match T20I series with a record-breaking batting display on Friday, setting their highest-ever total in men’s T20 internationals of 304 for 2 against South Africa in Manchester. It was also the third-highest score in the format’s history, behind Zimbabwe’s 344 for 4 against Gambia in 2024 and Nepal’s 314 for 3 against Mongolia in 2023.
Globally, the tally ranks as the fourth-highest in all men’s T20s and the highest ever posted in England, eclipsing Somerset’s 265 for 5 against Derbyshire in 2022.
England finishes the series on a strong note
The tone of England’s innings was set by Phil Salt and Jos Buttler in a blistering opening stand. Salt finished unbeaten on 141 off just 60 balls, while Buttler smashed 83 off 30, the pair combining for 126 runs — the 12th century partnership by England openers. Remarkably, they now account for a third of those century stands. Their opening blitz also delivered England’s highest powerplay score of 100 without loss.
The result marked a sharp turnaround from Cardiff, where rain interruptions and DLS calculations handed South Africa a 14-run win in the first T20I.
Player of the series
England’s Phil Salt has been named as the player of the series for South Africa’s tour of England. Salt broke multiple records on Friday to register the highest T20I individual score (141*) for an English batter. “It was good to put that performance in on Friday night. A little bit of frustration with the weather today; however, it has been a good trip overall,” Salt said post-receiving the award.
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Phil Salt has been named as the player of the series for South Africa's tour of England. Salt broke multiple records on Friday to register the highest T20I individual score (141*) for an English batter. "It was good to put that performance in on Friday night. A little bit of frustration with the weather today; however, it has been a good trip overall," Salt said post-receiving the award.
Stormy weather marked the end of an enticing T20I series between England and South Africa on Sunday. Both teams share the spoils in a (1-1 draw). South Africa prospered in a rain-marred contest in Cardiff while England showcased their firepower with the bat in Manchester to register a historic win.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Phil Salt's plans for the tiebraker
Player of the match for England’s last game against South Africa spoke to reporters, ahead of the game, where he laid out his intent for the tiebreaker. “I want to take games as deep as possible while still batting at a high strike rate. The two don’t often go hand in hand, but that’s what I want to do as a player. The goal is to be right up there. I want to be the best in the world at this,” Phil Salt said.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Records made in the last game
England broke through several records on Friday to mark one of the biggest T20 international upsets in the history of the game. Some of the records made by English players in their last fixture against South Africa have been listed as follows:
1) England breaks the 300 barrier in T20 for the first time
2) 100/0 (6) marked England’s highest Powerplay score in the format
3) Phil Salt became the English batter with the highest individual score of 141.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Head-to-Head Analysis
England and South Africa’s T20I rivalry has been closely contested. In 28 encounters, the Proteas edge ahead with 14 victories to England’s 13. Only one game between the two has ended without a result, showing just how evenly matched the sides have been over the years.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Match to lose overs, if the situation persists till 8:00 PM
Heavy downpour continues at Trent Bridge stadium. If the situation persists, the match will start losing overs from 8:00 PM (IST) as per the commentators. Meanwhile, there is no update from the officials' end latest cut-off time for a five-over thrash.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Check Predicted XIs
England Predicted Playing XI: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (C), Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
SA Predicted Playing XI: Aiden Markram (C), Ryan Rickelton (WK), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Corbin Bosch, Kwena Maphaka, Lizaad Williams
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Conrad on SA performance
Disappointed with South Africa's poor performance on Friday, Conrad expressed his views on the South African team with reporters ahead of the game. "With the new ball, when there's an onslaught, we need to find different plans. We became one-dimensional. It was an abject performance; really not good enough. If all around you are losing their heads, you've got to make sure you keep yours," Conraid said.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Toss gets delayed again
The rain has gotten a bit heavier, and a few more covers are being brought in by the groundsmen. The toss has been further delayed. The English players were warming up a while back, but they are rushing back to their dressing room now.
England vs South Africa (ENG vs SA) Live Cricket Score: Toss delayed due to rain
It's already raining in Nottingham at present, and the covers are spread over the field. The toss has been slightly delayed in light of the heavy rain. Stay tuned for live coverage of the game.
England vs South Africa (ENG vs SA) Live Cricket Score: Weather report
England's meteorological department predicts a 95% chance of rain for five hours at Trent Bridge stadium during the afternoon. The temperature at the venue is expected to remain cool for the rest of the day, ranging between 15 to 13 degrees Celsius.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Phil Salt's plans for the tiebraker
Player of the match for England's last game against South Africa spoke to reporters, ahead of the game, where he laid out his intent for the tiebreaker. "I want to take games as deep as possible while still batting at a high strike rate. The two don't often go hand in hand, but that's what I want to do as a player. The goal is to be right up there. I want to be the best in the world at this," Phil Salt said.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: When will the match begin
The third T20I will take place at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on Sunday, 14th September. The match will begin at 7:00 PM IST, and the toss will be held at 6:30 PM IST. The match will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network. Fans can also stream the third T20I live on the SonyLiv and FanCode apps and websites.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Records made in the last game
England broke through several records on Friday to mark one of the biggest T20 international upsets in the history of the game. Some of the records made by English players in their last fixture against South Africa have been listed as follows:
1) England breaks the 300 barrier in T20 for the first time
2) 100/0 (6) marked England’s highest Powerplay score in the format
3) Phil Salt became the English batter with the highest individual score of 141.
Trent Bridge has traditionally been a batting paradise, producing many high-scoring thrillers in T20 cricket. However, in recent franchise games, batters have found it tricky in the early overs as both pacers and spinners extracted help from the surface. But as the game progresses, stroke-making becomes smoother, and chasing has often proven to be the easier option at this venue.
England vs South Africa LIVE Score: Check Predicted XIs
England Predicted Playing XI: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (C), Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
SA Predicted Playing XI: Aiden Markram (C), Ryan Rickelton (WK), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Corbin Bosch, Kwena Maphaka, Lizaad Williams
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of England’s 3rd T20I against South Africa. After conceding a humbling defeat to England in the last T20 encounter at Old Trafford on Friday, South Africa will look to bounce back in the decider to claim the series. England and South Africa are set to clash in an epic tie-breaker on Sunday, September 14, at Trent Bridge Stadium in Nottingham. The game is expected to begin at 7 PM (IST).