AUS vs WI 3rd T20I: Squad Preview, Key Matchups & Toss Insights

The Australia Tour of West Indies 2025 carries on with the third match of the five-game T20I series on July 26 at Warner Park, St. Kitts. With Australia already leading the series 2–0, the third T20I will be all about regaining momentum for West Indies.

In this article, we break down the AUS vs WI 3rd T20I squad preview, analyse player matchups, and explore toss strategy and pitch conditions ahead of the final contest.

Match Details

• Fixture: Australia vs West Indies – 3rd T20I
   
• Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
   
• Time: 7:00 PM local / 4:00 AM PKT (July 26)
   
• Venue: Warner Park, Basseterre, St. Kitts
   
• Series: Australia lead 2–0 (best of 5)
   

Australia Squad Preview

Having clinched the series with dominant performances in the first two games, Australia could rotate a few players while maintaining a competitive XI.

Confirmed Squad:

• Mitchell Marsh (c)
   
• Glenn Maxwell
   
• Tim David
   
• Cameron Green
   
• Josh Inglis (wk)
   
• Matthew Short
   
• Adam Zampa
   
• Nathan Ellis
   
• Xavier Bartlett
   
• Ben Dwarshuis
   
• Cooper Connolly
   
• Aaron Hardie
   
• Matthew Kuhnemann
   
• Jake Fraser-McGurk
   
• Sean Abbott
   
• Mitchell Owen
   

Likely XI:

1. Josh Inglis (wk)
    
2. Matthew Short
    
3. Mitchell Marsh (c)
    
4. Glenn Maxwell
    
5. Tim David
    
6. Cameron Green
    
7. Sean Abbott
    
8. Nathan Ellis
    
9. Adam Zampa
    
10. Ben Dwarshuis
     
11. Xavier Bartlett
     

Rotation possible for Hardie, Fraser-McGurk or Connolly if they want to test bench strength.

West Indies Squad Preview

West Indies may reshuffle to give opportunities to bench players and restore pride at home.

Confirmed Squad:

• Shai Hope (c, wk)
   
• Rovman Powell
   
• Brandon King
   
• Nicholas Pooran
   
• Shimron Hetmyer
   
• Andre Russell
   
• Sherfane Rutherford
   
• Jason Holder
   
• Roston Chase
   
• Romario Shepherd
   
• Akeal Hosein
   
• Gudakesh Motie
   
• Alzarri Joseph
   
• Evin Lewis
   
• Matthew Forde
   
• Jediah Blades
   
• Jewel Andrew
   

Possible XI:

1. Brandon King
    
2. Nicholas Pooran (wk)
    
3. Shai Hope (c)
    
4. Rovman Powell
    
5. Andre Russell
    
6. Sherfane Rutherford
    
7. Jason Holder
    
8. Akeal Hosein
    
9. Alzarri Joseph
    
10. Gudakesh Motie
     
11. Romario Shepherd
     

Jewel Andrew or Jediah Blades could come in for experience.

Key Matchups to Watch

Glenn Maxwell vs Akeal Hosein

Spin vs aggression—Maxwell's reverse sweeps and scoops will challenge Hosein’s tight lines.

Nicholas Pooran vs Nathan Ellis

Pooran remains West Indies' biggest threat—can Ellis keep him quiet in the death?

Mitchell Marsh vs Alzarri Joseph

Marsh’s power meets Joseph’s speed. This duel has dictated early momentum.

Adam Zampa vs Rovman Powell

Zampa has outfoxed middle-order batters—can Powell break the pattern?

Pitch & Conditions – Warner Park, St. Kitts

Warner Park is a small ground with a batter-friendly surface:

• Short boundaries
   
• Good bounce
   
• Averages around 160–170 in 1st innings
   

Weather: Clear skies with no rain forecast
Dew: Minimal effect expected due to moderate humidity

Toss Strategy

With two successful chases already in the series, both captains may opt to bowl first again—though Warner Park's conditions do favour teams that bat first and apply scoreboard pressure.

Final Word: Can West Indies Salvage Pride?

With the series already lost, this match gives West Indies a chance to regain momentum. For Australia, it’s a chance to clean sweep the tour and test their bench strength ahead of future white-ball assignments.

Whether it’s Russell’s muscle, Maxwell’s magic, or Zampa’s zip, one thing’s for sure—expect a cracking finish to the series.

Don’t miss the live action—stream it in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal on tapmad.

How to Watch Live on tapmad

• Platform: tapmad
   
• Live in: Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal
   
• Features: HD stream, catch-up, mobile + Smart TV access
   
• Subscription: Region-specific affordable plans