After the rain washed out the opening match, England won the series and won the series. Harry Brook’s side currently lead 2-0 and need just one more win to clinch the series, while Shreyas Iyer’s men look to bounce back from a crushing 125-run defeat in Nottingham.
India is looking for a batting revival
India’s batting line-up will be under heavy scrutiny after being bowled out for just 76 in the third T20I – the lowest T20I against England. Openers Abhishek Sharma and young all-rounder Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are expected to provide a solid start against England’s formidable attack.
There could also be changes in the middle, with Sanju Samson looking to return to add some flair and stability after the collapse of India’s batting.
England’s pace attack is firing on all cylinders
England have been dominating the tournament through their fast bowlers. Josh Tongue took four wickets for Nottingham, while Jofra Archer is expected to lead the charge again with his pace and bounce.
The hosts also enjoyed great support from their attacking team, with Phil Salt, Jacob Bethell, and Tom Banton playing key roles in their victory.
Indian circular department under pressure
The Indian spin duo of Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy have battled England’s aggressive batting throughout the season. The team management may consider bringing in Ravi Bishnoi or Washington Sundar in the playing XI to add control and control the middle overs.
Bristol pitch report
Playing at the County Ground, Bristol, has traditionally been a hit, due to its explosive nature and short boundaries. High-scoring encounters are common at this location, although fast runners can move slowly under the lights if it’s raining.
Captains are expected to choose to bowl first after winning the toss, looking to use long-term support before the world settles down.
