OC's T20 World Cup Match Prediction: IND vs ENG, Who Will Win Today's Semi-Final?

England will play Indian Semi-final 2 of T20 World Cup 2024 [AP Photos]England will play Indian Semi-final 2 of T20 World Cup 2024 [AP Photos]

India will be up against England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024. This match will be played at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on June 27 at 8:00 PM IST. 

India has played clinical cricket in the tournament and has so far remained undefeated. The Rohit Sharma unit has looked good in all the departments and has overhauled their opponents in all aspects on most days. They will be looking to carry the same form and momentum for two more games and lay their hands on an ICC trophy after 11 long years. 

England, on the other hand, have stuttered a bit in their journey to the top four. However, it looks like the team has peaked at the correct time, and the hunger for a win is evident in each player's body language. They have proved their ruthlessness previously in this stage of a tournament and will be eager to build on that reputation. 


How has the Providence Stadium's pitch behaved?

The pitch at the Providence Stadium has been one of the most competitive ones in the tournament. There has been something on the track for bowlers of all trades. On the other hand, the batters who have taken time in the initial stages have gone on to score heavily later. We can expect a tough fought match between two quality and well roundded teams.

Phase
Avg 1st Innings Score
Avg Dismissals
Avg 2nd Innings Score
Avg Dismissals
Powerplay461313
Middle Overs662374
Death Overs333231



IND vs ENG: Predicted Toss Result

While the wicket has been difficult for batting, it has gotten tougher in the second innings. 60% of the games that have been played here in this tournament have been won by the team setting a target. Therefore, the skipper winning the toss will be looking to bat first and put the scoreboard pressure on the opposition.


IND  vs ENG: Important Player Battles

Virat Kohli vs Adil Rashid

Runs
Balls
Dismissals
Strike Rate
72682105.88

Predicted Outcome— Lately, the Indian superstar has struggled against the spinners. Considering this, England might look to bring in Adil Rashid into the attack early. If  Virat Kohli has to face the English leg-spinner, then the numbers suggest that Adil Rashid might get the better of him.

Jos Buttler vs Jasprit Bumrah

Runs
Balls
Dismissals
Strike Rate
7182486.58

Predicted Outcome— Jos Buttler and Jasprit Bumrah will play a huge role in determining the fate of their respective teams in this match. This, too, will surely face off against each other, and this will be a crucial point in the game. The stats suggest that either Bumrah will be played out by Buttler economically, or the Indian pacer will dismiss the English skipper. Either way, Bumrah might give India an early advantage in the match.


IND vs ENG: Weakness of the teams

India

Struggles with attitude and approach

For the last 10-11 years, India has been suffering from 'Chokers' syndrome in the crucial games of the multination tournaments. While they play daring and aggressive cricket throughout the tournament, when it comes to the semi-finals or finals, they suddenly lose the plot and end up conceding the momentum to the opposition. This nerve failure in the big stages is the biggest weakness of the team.

England

Weakness against spin

England lacks quality batters against spinners in the middle-order. There is a chance that India might be able to choke the English team during the middle overs with their spinners. 


IND vs ENG: Strengths of the teams

India

Bowling form of Hardik Pandya

After a rather average outing in IPL 2024, Hardik Pandya has looked good in this tournament. He has made valuable contributions with the ball and has put up his hand with the bat under pressure. The form of Pandya in both his trades allows India extra flexibility and depth in a crucial match such as this one.

England

Fearlessness

After a rather average outing in IPL 2024, Hardik Pandya has looked good in this tournament. He has made valuable contributions with the ball and has put up his hand with the bat under pressure. The form of Pandya in both his trades allows India extra flexibility and depth in a crucial match such as this one.


IND vs ENG: Today's Match Prediction

IND vs ENG: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-165

Predicted second innings score: 145-155

Predicted Result: It is expected that both teams will fight hard in the game. The team batting first will hold an edge in the game.