South Africa is set to host the final T20 International match against the West Indies at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on Saturday. The match, dubbed a “dead rubber,” comes with the series already decided after the Proteas clinched victories in the first two matches.
Following two disappointing losses, the West Indies will be looking to regain their form before heading to India for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. As they prepare, this match provides an opportunity for the team to regroup and demonstrate their skills against a strong South African lineup.
For fans eager to catch the action, the match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Additionally, supporters can stream the game via the JioHotstar app and website.
The third T20I is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. IST on January 31. The tension will undoubtedly be high as both teams take the field.
In terms of team lineups, South Africa is expected to feature players such as Aiden Markram, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, and Kagiso Rabada. On the flip side, the West Indies will likely have a lineup that includes Brandon King, Johnson Charles, and Rovman Powell.
As a reminder of the series, the first T20I took place on January 27 in Paarl, where South Africa triumphed with a 9-wicket victory. The second T20I followed on January 29 in Centurion, resulting in another win for South Africa by 7 wickets.
With this final match to look forward to, fans can hope for a thrilling encounter as both teams prepare for their respective futures in international cricket.