T20 World Cup 2024, ENG Vs SCO | Playing 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Preview & Live Streaming

Scotland to meet England in T20 World Cup opener on June 4 (X.com)

Defending champions England will face Scotland in the sixth fixture of the 2024 T20 World Cup group stages at Barbados on June 4 from 8:00 PM onwards. 

England happens to be one of the tournament favourites, having won the last edition, whereas Scotland barely managed to qualify for the event after the group expansion.

ENG vs SCO: Team Previews

England

England cricket team will enter the 2024 T20 World Cup as leading favourites given their squad strength and dominance in the shorter format. 

Led by Jos Buttler, the English side possess a good blend of young blood as well as experienced veterans who together will terrorise the oppositions with their aggressive approach.

Jofra Archer will be making his much-anticipated comeback after a prolonged injury layoff, whereas Harry Brook and Will Jacks could prove to be X factors.

England are also coming off a dominating series win against Pakistan last week, meaning the squad is high on confidence ahead of their tournament opener against an associate team.

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Scotland

Scotland who failed to qualify for the previous edition of 2024 T20 World Cup, managed to get in this time around as the tournament expanded to 20 teams. 

They are placed in Group B alongside Namibia, England, Australia and Oman. While the group is competitive, Scotland will be looking to make the most of their opportunity.

As an associate member, the T20 World Cup is a massive learning experience with Scotland, and regardless of where they finish, Scotland cricket will only thrive after the tournament.

However, despite being an associate team, Scotland cannot be completely ruled out of the contest. Many underdog teams have already impressed so far and perhaps Scotland could end up producing a surprise as well.

ENG vs SCO: Match details & Live Streaming

ENG vs SCO: Kensington Oval Pitch Report

Kennington Oval pitch is popularly known as the fastest pitch in West Indies and due to overcast conditions, pacers will gain massive advantage. Rain interruptions are likely which indicates that setting a score on the board first is a wise choice. 

ENG vs SCO: Probable Playing XIs

England: Jos Buttler (c & wk), Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Ben Duckett, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Chris Jordan, Mark Wood

Scotland: George Munsey, Michael Jones, Richie Berrington (c), Ollie Hairs, Matthew Cross (wk), Michael Leask, Brandon McMullen, Chris Greaves, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Brad Wheal

ENG vs SCO: Fantoss Fantasy Tips

ENG vs SCO: Winner Prediction

England are clear favourites in the contest given their past history, squad strength and unmatched experience. Barring a miraculous upset from Scotland, England are likely to win tomorrow.

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