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ENG vs PAK: 2nd T20I Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

ENG vs PAK 2nd T20I: Dream11 Predictions (AP Photo)ENG vs PAK 2nd T20I: Dream11 Predictions (AP Photo)

Following a rain-washed encounter in the first T20I, England and Pakistan head to the second T20I, to be played in Edgbaston, Birmingham. The home side last played a T20 game in December 2023 while Pakistan have blown hot and cold against New Zealand and Ireland in recent times. 

With the T20 World Cup 2024 knocking at the door, both teams will look to settle their combinations. 

So, let us quickly go through the Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, teams, pitch report, and top picks for the upcoming contest.


ENG vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

Both nations have clashed against one another in 30 matches and two matches ended up as rain affected. England have won 19 matches while Pakistan have managed to edge past their counterparts on nine occasions only.


ENG vs PAK Pitch Report

The surface in Edgbaston is a balanced strip that has enough bite for the pacers with the hard new ball. The spinners come into play if they can check runs and built pressure on the opposition. If a batter attacks inside the powerplay and succeeds, it tends to get easier to score runs in the later half of the first innings. 


Edgbaston Ground Stats (T20)

Total Matches: 26
Matches won batting first: 17
Matches won bowling first: 9
Average 1st innings Score: 143
Average 2nd innings Score: 123
Highest total recorded: 220/5 By ENG vs AUS
Lowest total recorded: 46/10 By SLW vs SAW


Fantasy value from the pitch

  • Spinners get decent grip on the surface and need to vary pace.
  • Batters can capitalise on the hard new ball and ease scoring runs.
  • Lateral movement with the ball is prominent.


ENG vs PAK Fantasy Cricket Tips

ENG Heavy Fantasy XI

The likes of in-form batter in Phil Salt could be an X-Factor for the English side. Will Jacks, Jonny Bairstow and Jos Buttler have blown hot and cold in the IPL. While Sam Curran's all-round ability will be crucial, Adil Rashid and Jofra Archer will look to put their foot in the format after a long gap.

PAK Heavy Fantasy XI

Pakistan have a formidable top-order batting which includes Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman. The bowling unit will be spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi while Iftikhar Ahmad and Shadab Khan will be indispensable with both bat and ball.


ENG vs PAK Winner Prediction

The English side has the home advantage and their attacking brand of cricket may suit the conditions in Edgbaston. Pakistan will need to adapt quickly to gain momentum in the series.


ENG vs PAK Top Player Picks

Phil Salt (ENG): For the Kolkata Knight Riders, the wicketkeeper-batsman performed admirably both with and behind the stumps. He scored more than 400 runs and had been attacking during the powerplay. It will not be unexpected if he excels in national colours.

Mohammad Rizwan (PAK): The 32-year-old is one of Pakistan's most reliable batsman. He recently played some match-winning knocks against Ireland and has the ability to thrive under pressure. Rizwan is a very good player against both pacers and spinners and has an array of cricketing shots. 

Shaheen Afridi (PAK): Shaheen Afridi ( Pakistan): The left-arm quick has been in excellent form with the ball. Despite offering runs against Ireland, Shaheen scalped seven wickets for a bowling average of 12.71. He is fantastic on the new ball and can capitalize on English conditions.

Jos Buttler (ENG):  The English skipper hit two centuries during the ongoing IPL 2024. However, his other scores are not impressive. Getting back to home conditions, Buttler would be eyeing for a consistent run-scoring spree ahead of the bonanza event.


ENG vs PAK Differential Picks

Sam Curran (ENG): Sam Curran, a candidate who is equally adept with the bat and the ball, has the potential to be one of his team's match-winning players. The all-rounder had a mixed IPL season with the Punjab Kings, but he has matured since leading the team on a big platform. He also has a good slower ball that may deceive the opposing batter.

Iftikhar Ahmad (PAK): The 33-year-old has been a revelation for the Men in Green in the shorter format when it comes to finishing games. He has stitched some useful cameos quite often in recent times. Iftikhar has been effective with his finger spin as well.


ENG vs PAK Fantasy Expert Advice

 As per the combination of the teams, a fantasy line-up of 3-3-3-2 or 3-2-3-3 should yield desired results.

ENG vs PAK Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/ Small Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan, Phil Salt, Jos Buttler
Batters: Harry Brook, Saim Ayub
All-rounders: Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Iftikhar Ahmad, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Adil Rashid

Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
Vice-captain: Sam Curran

Players- PAK: 5 ENG: 6

ENG vs PAK for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan, Phil Salt, Jonny Bairstow
Batters: Harry Brook, Babar Azam
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Iftikhar Ahmad, Imad Wasim
Bowlers: Mohammad Amir, Abbas Afridi, Jofra Archer

Captain: Phil Salt
Vice-captain: Mohammad Amir

Players- PAK: 6 ENG: 5