India vs. England 3rd ODI Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips

Image Source : BCCI

Men in Blue took the ODI series away from The Three Lions in a 2–0 lead after victories in their first two matches. Consequently, with a final ODI scheduled for February 12th at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, this is the Lion’s last chance to protect some pride and not lose the series 3–0.

India vs England 3rd ODI Prediction: India to Win

India’s Dominance

The depth in ODIs has been much superior to India, with depth of batting and effectiveness of bowling both visible. For instance, Shubman Gill hit back-to-back-half centuries. Rohit Sharma’s turnaround in the second ODI with a century has added depth to India’s already solid batting order. Furthermore, Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja have taken out wickets to contain England’s top order, with an attack that applied a lot of pressure and picked up the wickets at the right places. India has been well-rounded throughout the series which demonstrates that they are the strongest and hardest to beat in this series.

Also Read | India vs England 2nd ODI Prediction and Betting Tips

England’s Struggles

England have been reliable as batters in this series. However, they could manage a reasonable score in the second ODI. But Indian batsmen have simply been too much for their bowlers. Moreover, the absence of big names like Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer certainly left the team balance a little bit up in the air. England will need their top order to lay a solid platform. Therefore, their bowlers need to get wickets early to give India something to think about in the final ODI. Passing through these will be important for England to take just about the decider ODI.

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Ahmedabad seems clear for a big score in the sky with a forecast for sunny with temperatures could reach up to 32°C, and little westerly wind — the weather that helps batters. A clear day that has little more than 32°C and some south-westerlies — ideal batted conditions at the Narendra Modi Stadium, which does at least give the new batters a chance in the Powerplay. Additionally, pitch analysts said the surface was going to be level for most of the game and then it might start favoring spin in the latter part of the match.

Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad Stats And Records In ODIs

Criteria	Data
Matches played	36
Matches won batting 1st	19
Matches won bowling 1st	17
Average 1st innings score	237
Average 2nd innings score	208

Possible Changes in Squads: India

Possible IN: Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh.

Possible OUT: Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana.

Also Read | India vs England 1st ODI Prediction and Betting Tips

Rationale: India can play with their XIs in the ongoing series now that the series is already won, ahead of the Champions Trophy. Arshdeep Singh can replace Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar might come in for Axar Patel. However, Jasprit Bumrah’s inclusion is in doubt.

Likely XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy

Possible Changes in Squads: England

Undoubtedly, they might want to make the following lineup changes for the 3rd ODI against India.

Inclusion of Joe Root: The return of Joe Root to the ODI side would bring strength in depth. Root brings steadiness with his experience at number 3.
All-rounder: England are at times short on solid utility bowlers and some of those in Jos Buttler’s squad. Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, and Liam Livingstone could make contributions to a stronger performance.
Tom Banton: A hard-hitter English player entered the England squad for the 3rd ODI v/s India in Ahmedabad.

Likely XI: Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Philip Salt, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Tom Banton, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

Player to watch: Virat Kohli

Since Virat’s form is ongoing, it can raise the eyebrows of the selectors. His recent domestic comeback is an example of how determined he is to make his comeback in the white ball format. Above all, Kohli’s comeback is one of the factors that Indians are praying for most as the Champions Trophy is knocking on the door. And it’s the need of the hour.