The table-toppers of both North and South groups are involved on another day of T20 Blast action.
England batsmen need to continue showing resistance and bat through the first session to stand any chance of securing victory.
Two Vitality Blast 2019 fixtures are scheduled for August 24 at Uxbridge and Taunton – Middlesex vs Sussex and Somerset vs Glamorgan.
India had Ajinkya Rahane to thank for after being reduced to 25/3, but the focus now will be on Pant to take India to a formidable total.
England impressed in the second Test at Lord’s, but Australia still lead the series and victory is imperative for the home side.
India have an unassailable 1-0 lead, but they will be keen to close out victory and banish the memories of a below-par World Cup.
In the final of the second edition of the tournament, the Hawks head in with less rest, but a lot of momentum against the defending champions.
With the first ODI washed out, the second match is a chance for both sides to seal an unassailable lead.
The match between Edmonton Royals and Winnipeg Hawks will see the former playing for the pride while the latter approaching further with determination
Both teams will look to move from the ODI World Cup, but with the T20 World Cup a little over a year away, the planning starts now