England v New Zealand: third women’s cricket ODI – live

There are still some covers on the deck. We might have a delayed start, though both sides are warming up.

England have already wrapped up the series, but could that be their doom?

Jimmy’s good, eh? Seriously, what a phenomenal athlete.

He’ll be 42 at the end of this month and here was, running up like the well-oiled machine that he is, unfurling that textbook perfect action, and zipping in seamers and swingers that rattled stumps and collected edges en route to a staggering seven-for!

Even his old enemy, Nathan ‘The Goat’ Lyon, was purring over the GOAT.

While I’ve got you, if you’ll allow the indulgence, here’s this week’s Spin penned by yours truly.

Did the Proteas choke (again)? Nay, says I. Keen to hear your thoughts.

Here we are, the third and final ODI between England and New Zealand on this multi-format tour. Heather Knight’s team have already wrapped up the first leg of the series, claiming comfortable wins in the first two ODIs by nine wickets and eight wickets respectively.

That first victory was set up by four wickets for Charlie Dean and a quickfire 76 from Tammy Beaumont.

Then Maia Bouchier registered her first international ton after Sophie Ecclestone claimed her second ODI five-for.

So far, so good then for the home side though a stiffer challenge today might do them good. A test for middle order could be beneficial down the road but that won’t be the target this afternoon. Another thrashing will be the aim as England look to seal a 3-0 sweep in the 50-over format.

My name is Dan/Daniel – whichever you prefer. I’d love to hear from so if you’ve got a thought you want to share with the group, or you just want to say hi, drop me a mail.

First ball at 1pm. Toss, teams and more updates to follow.