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England vs Pakistan T20 Preview Dream11. ENG vs PAK T20 Preview Dream11 Prediction
What an interesting schedule.
A T20I is being played in the same month as a 50-over World Cup. But hey, let’s just roll with it, because that’s what the cricket world is like these days.
Nonetheless, it is an opportunity for Pakistan to start their matches against England on a good note. They were too good for County opposition in their two tour matches, and will be looking to bounce back after a series defeat to South Africa earlier this year. That broke a run of 11 consecutive successful bilateral T20I series assignments. With England possessing some inexperience, Pakistan can be said to be favourites. Will they show it?
England shift focus from an ODI vs Ireland to a T20I vs Pakistan. Then, in a few days, it will be back to ODIs. It certainly is an interesting schedule, but also an opportunity for players to build form. The likes of Tom Curran and Ben Foakes were superb against Ireland, and England will be hoping for more from their top order, who crumbled in Malahide on Friday.
Key to an England win
Joe Root and Eoin Morgan failed in Ireland, which put England under significant pressure. Ben Foakes was superb along with Tom Curran in getting England home, but Morgan will want a better batting display, despite the change in format. James Vince and Ben Duckett will likely open, and a good powerplay can set the tone for a good innings. Then, can Root and Morgan deliver, paving the way for the likes of Joe Denly and Ben Foakes to finish well?
Also, the audition continues for Jofra Archer in an England shirt. He was steady in Ireland, and now returns to the format where he has played his most cricket. His contribution against Pakistan’s top order will be key, along with Tom Curran who was also excellent with the ball in Malahide. Can the likes of Chris Jordan and Adil Rashid also combine well to put on a cohesive bowling display?
Key to a Pakistan win
When Pakistan do well, Babar Azam is usually at the centre of it. Pakistan suffered badly when he was missing in the ODIs against Australia, and he is coming off a huge 101* off 63 balls vs Leicestershire last game out. But, who else will deliver? Fakhar Zaman has very fond memories of England, but the fear with Pakistan is that they lack a bit of power. So, the contribution of Asif Ali and Sarfaraz Ahmed will be crucial in the middle order so that Pakistan get a big total on what is expected to be a good Cardiff pitch.
Also, can Pakistan’s bowlers do what Ireland did to England’s top order? Hasan Ali and Shaheen Shah Afridi are talented limited overs bowlers, and can be a handful at their best. Mohammad Hasnain could be line for a debut after an impressive PSL 2019 season, and the control he bowls with at his pace will make for interesting viewing. Also, can Faheem Ashraf and Imad Wasim provide that all-important control?
Possible Playing 11
Dawid Malan picked up a groin injury in the ODI vs Ireland. So, Ben Duckett will likely get a chance.
England: 1. James Vince, 2. Ben Duckett, 3. Joe Root, 4. Eoin Morgan (c), 5. Joe Denly, 6. Ben Foakes (wk), 7. David Willey, 8. Adil Rashid, 9. Jofra Archer, 10. Chris Jordan, 11. Tom Curran
Shoaib Malik has gone back to Pakistan for personal reasons and Mohammad Hafeez has an injury concern, which could mean Imam-ul-Haq makes his T20I debut. Also, Mohammad Amir or Junaid Khan could be picked.
Pakistan: 1. Fakhar Zaman, 2. Babar Azam, 3. Imam-ul-Haq, 4. Haris Sohail, 5. Asif Ali, 6. Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), 7. Faheem Ashraf, 8. Imad Wasim, 9. Hasan Ali, 10. Shaheen Shah Afridi, 11. Mohammad Hasnain/Mohammad Amir
Dream11 Prediction
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Stats and Facts
- England have won nine of 14 T20Is vs Pakistan, which includes a tie.
- Ben Foakes won man of the match on his Test debut. He achieved the same on his ODI debut. Only Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman has done the same. If Foakes achieves man of the match here, he will become the first player in history to achieve the treble.
- Pakistan had won 11 consecutive bilateral T20I assignments before defeat to South Africa earlier this year?
Match Prediction
Pakistan love their T20I cricket, and I have a feeling they will get the job done today.
Pakistan to win.
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