Rose Bowl Southampton T20I pitch report: Average scores, most runs, highest wicket-takers ahead of England vs West Indies T20Is

Saurav Goyal

Rose Bowl Southampton T20I pitch report: Average scores, most runs, highest wicket-takers ahead of England vs West Indies T20Is image

England will host West Indies for the highly anticipated third T20I of their white-ball series at the Rose Bowl, Southampton, on June 9, 2025.

The hosts have already secured the series after winning the first two matches at Chester-le-Street and Bristol.

Before the action begins, let’s take a look at the pitch report, average scores, and the key statistics at the Rose Bowl.

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How many T20I matches has Rose Bowl hosted?

The Rose Bowl, Southampton has hosted a total of 12 T20Is. Of these, 8 matches were won by the team batting first, while the chasing side emerged victorious in 4 matches.

This indicates a slight advantage for the team setting a target, but the chasing teams have also had their moments.

How many spectators can Rose Bowl hold?

Rose Bowl Southampton has a seating capacity of about 15,000 spectators which can be increased to 25,000 with temporary seating.

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Rose Bowl: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Rose Bowl is good for batting, with an average first innings score of 172. So far, 12 T20Is have been played at this venue, with the highest score being 248 by Australia against England in 2013.

We can expect the pitch to favor the batters as has been the case throughout this series -- which suits England's Bazball style of batting.

Rose Bowl Southampton: Average scores and toss results in T20Is

Average first innings score in Edinburgh172
Matches won after batting first8
Matches won by chasing team4

What happened in the previous T20I at Rose Bowl?

In the previous T20I at The Rose Bowl, Australia beat England by 28 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the bilateral series. 

Travis Head was declared the Player of the Match for his half-century of 59 runs off 23 balls. His 86-run opening partnership with Matthew Short helped set the tone for the side as they put 179 runs on board.

In reply, England managed just 151 with Liam Livingstone top scoring at 37 runs. Sean Abbott picked up 3 wickets for 28 runs in 3.2 overs.

What is the highest score by a team at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Australia holds the record for the highest total at The Rose Bowl in T20 internationals. In their match against England on August 29, 2013, Australia scored an impressive 248/6 in 20 overs.

This high-scoring game saw Aaron Finch's extraordinary innings of 156, which included 11 fours and 14 sixes, leading Australia to a commanding victory.

What is the lowest score by a team at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Australia also recorded the lowest total at The Rose Bowl in T20 internationals. On June 13, 2005, Australia was bowled out for just 79 runs in 14.3 overs during their match against England.

What is the highest individual score at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Aaron Finch holds the record for the highest individual score at The Rose Bowl in T20 internationals. His unbeaten 156 against England on August 29, 2013, included 11 fours and 14 sixes.

Finch's inning contributed significantly to Australia's record total. His performance remains a standout achievement at this venue.

What is the best bowling figure at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Tabraiz Shamsi from South Africa recorded the best bowling figures in an innings at The Rose Bowl.

On July 31, 2022, Shamsi took 5 wickets for 24 runs in his 4 overs against England. His remarkable performance played a crucial role in dismantling the English batting lineup.

Which bowler has the most wickets at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Chris Jordan of England has taken the most wickets at The Rose Bowl in T20 internationals.

From 2016 to 2022 in The Rose Bowl, Jordan has claimed 9 wickets in 8 matches, with his best bowling figures being 3/29. His consistent performances have made him a key player at this venue.

Which batter has the most runs at Rose Bowl, Southampton in T20Is?

Aaron Finch also leads in the most runs scored at The Rose Bowl in T20 internationals. From 2013 to 2020, Finch amassed 281 runs in 4 innings, including his record-breaking 156. 

England vs West Indies, 3rd T20I: Betting odds

According to Dafabet, England are the favorites to win the 3rd T20I match against England.

TeamBetting odds
England1.43
West Indies2.84

Saurav Goyal

Saurav Goyal is a Content Producer at the Sporting News with over two years of experience in covering cricket. An avid cricket fan for more than two decades, his passion for the game led him to writing. Since then, he’s been delivering the latest news and engaging content to keep cricket fans informed and entertained.