England vs South Africa 3rd ODI 2025 Highlights | ENG vs SA Match Report
Cricket fans were treated to an exciting clash between England and South Africa in the 3rd ODI 2025, as both teams delivered strong performances on the field. The match was full of drama, excitement, and brilliant moments from the very first ball to the last strike
Match Start
South Africa won the toss and decided to bowl first
England came in with a fresh lineup, as Saqib Mahmood missed out
From the start, Ben Duckett and Jamie Smith showed great intent, leading the opening partnership with confidence
England’s Batting Performance
Ben Duckett was at his best, scoring boundaries with elegant strokes
Jamie Smith displayed composure, handling both short and full deliveries with class
By the 12:39 mark, England had reached 117/2 thanks to a strong partnership
Joe Root then entered with confidence, smashing stunning shots and pushing England past 150 runs by the halfway stage
Key Moments
South Africa’s pacers, especially Burger, created danger at times, but England managed them smartly
Missed catches (Drop Catches) from South African fielders gave England extra scoring opportunities
The crowd enjoyed spectacular moments, including Joe Root’s powerful sixes straight into the stands
Final Score
By the 17:00 mark, England had firmly taken control, scoring 184/2
This commanding display kept England’s hopes alive of finishing the series on a high against South Africa
The England vs South Africa 3rd ODI 2025 was full of thrilling action and standout performances. Joe Root, Ben Duckett, and Jamie Smith all shone with the bat, restoring confidence for England fans
This match proved that England still have the strength and determination to compete fiercely on their road to the Cricket World Cup