The third and final Test of the series between England and New Zealand is set to commence at Hamilton’s Seddon Park on December 14. England, having already secured the series with commanding wins in the first two Tests, will aim for a clean 3-0 sweep. On the other hand, hosts New Zealand are desperate to salvage some pride by avoiding a humiliating whitewash on home soil.

England’s dominance and New Zealand’s struggle 

England have displayed an impressive brand of cricket throughout the series, excelling in both batting and bowling departments. Their aggressive batting approach, combined with disciplined bowling, has kept New Zealand on the back foot. Skipper Ben Stokes will look to maintain this dominance and finish the series on a high, showcasing England’s rising prowess in red-ball cricket.

The hosts have struggled to match England’s intensity and consistency, with their batting lineup faltering under pressure. Key players like Kane Williamson and Tom Latham have been unable to make significant contributions, lea??????????????????????????ving the ?team vulnerable against England

Test Stats and Records at Seddon Park:

• Total matches: 28
• Matches won batting first: 9
• Matches won bowling first: 11
• Average first innings scores: 310
• Average second innings scores: 324
• Average third innings scores: 234
• Average fourth innings scores: 172
• Highest total recorded: 715/6 (163 Overs) by New Zealand vs Bangladesh
• Lowest total recorded: 93/10 (43.3 Overs) by New Zealand vs Pakistan

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Seddon Park Pitch Report:

The surface at Seddon Park is renowned for being a bowler’s paradise, especially favoring seamers who can make the most of the conditions with the new ball. In the initial phases of the match, bowlers are likely to extract considerable movement and lively bounce, posing a stern challenge to the batters. However, as the game unfolds, the pitch is expected to ease out, gradually transitioning into a more batting-friendly track, offering players the chance to capitalize and demonstrate their prowess with the bat.

Hamilton Weather Forecast

The we??ather forecast for Hamilton during the 3rd Test match between England and New Zealand promises a mix of conditions that could influence play. Saturday is expected to be mostly cloudy, with?? temperatures ranging between 27°C and 13°C, and a light breeze prevailing. Sunday will bring partly cloudy skies with slightly warmer conditions of 27°C to 15°C, and minimal chances of precipitation.

Rain is likely on Monday, with moderate winds and temperatures of 24°C to 14°C, potentially affecti?ng play. Sunny weather returns on Tuesday, with a cooler range of 24°C to 9°C and no precipitation expected. Wednesday, the final day of the match, will be partly cloudy with temperatures of 22°C to 11°C, providing gentle winds and favorable conditions f??or cricket.

Day 1: Saturday

• Condition: Mostly Cloudy
• High/Low Temperatures: 27°C / 13°C
• Precipitation: 0%
• Wind: Light breeze

Day 2: Sunday

• Condition: Partly Cloudy
• High/Low Temperatures: 27°C / 15°C
• Precipitation: Minimal chances
• Wind: Gentle

Day 3: Monday

• Condition: Rain
• High/Low Temperatures: 24°C / 14°C
• Precipitation: Likely
• Wind: Moderate

Day 4: Tuesday

• Condition: Sunny
• High/Low Temperatures: 24°C / 9°C
• Precipitation: 0%
• Wind: Light

Day 5: Wednesday

• Condition: Partly Cloudy
• High/Low Temperatures: 22°C / 11°C
• Precipitation: Minimal chances
• Wind: Gentle

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: Playing XI of both teams

New Zealand (Probable): Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Kan??e Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke

England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ollie Pope (wk), ?Ben Stokes(c), Matthew Potts, Gus Atkinson, Brydon? Carse, Shoaib Bashir

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England have unveiled their playing XI for the third and final Test match of the ongoing series against New Zealand, scheduled to commence on December 14 at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The team has made a solitary change from the second Test, with right-arm seamer Matthew Potts replacing bowling all-rounder Chris Woakes.

Major change for England in the last test at Hamilton

Potts has an impressive record in Test cricket, having taken 31 wickets in nine matches at an average of 29.22. His performances include a four-wicket haul, showcasing his potential to contribute significantly with the ball. Potts last represented England in the high-scoring Multan Test against Pakistan in October.

On the other hand, Woakes has been ??excluded after failing to make a substantial impact in the ongoing series. In the first Test at Hagley Oval, Woakes managed to score just one run and claimed three wickets. His performances in the second Test at the Basin Reserve included scoring 18 runs and registering bowling figures of 1/26 and 2/20. This inconsistency could be a factor behind his omission from the playing X??I.

England’s historical opportunity against New Zealand

For England, Ollie Pope will retain his role as wicketkeeper, continuing the responsibilities he has shouldered throughout the series. England’s skipper, Ben Stokes, expressed confidence in his team as they aim to conclude the series on a high note. With everything in place for an intriguing final Test, all eyes will be on Hamilton as England pursues a historic clean sweep while New Zealand will potentially bid farewell to one of their legends, Tim Southee.

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England are on the brink of creating history by achieving a clean sweep in a Test series in New Zealand for the first time since March 1963. The last time England accomplished such a feat was under the captaincy of Ted Dexter. Having secured victories in Christchurch and Wellington, the visitors aim to extend their dominance and secure a 3-0 series triumph in the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy.

While the Hamilton Test carries emotional weight and a chance for England to script history, it remains inconsequential in the context of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Both England and New Zealand are alr?eady out of contention for a place in the final, making this match more about pride and individual milestones.

England’s playing XI for the Hamilton Test against New Zealand

Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, ??Jacob Be??thell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ollie Pope, Ben Stokes (c), Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, Brydon Carse, Shoaib Bashir

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