The T20 series between England and South Africa mustered out on an all-too-familiar lowlight. The third game of the tournament was declared a no-play as torrential rains stopped any possibility of play. Scheduled to start at 14:30 BST on Sunday at Trent Bridge, the match never reached its initial promise as persistent rain arrived before the toss, leading umpires to call off the game around 16:20.
This surprise turn of events led to the series finishing in an unsatisfactory 1-1 draw. South Africa leapt to the front by winning the rain-shortened opener last week. The home side made a formidable response at Old Trafford, England’s greatest Test victory by runs leveling the series. With neither team able to bat in the deciding game, the series ended in a blur of uncertainty.
The previous match at Trent Bridge was the last match of England’s home summer. The well coached side, now under the guidance of Jacob Bethell, have been crippled by an understrength team. In the wake of their defeat, England aren’t allowing the disappointment to stop them. They’re now looking forward to their next challenge—a three-match T20 series in Ireland starting on Wednesday.
Following this series, England’s white-ball side will prepare for their tour of New Zealand in October, which includes three one-day internationals and three T20 matches. This soon-to-be-signed sequence provides an opportunity for the team to re-orient and reinforce a disappointing lineup.
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