IND vs ENG Match Preview

The English Cricket Team will begin a 20-day white-ball tour of India this week, with the two teams playing a five-match T20I series followed by a three-match ODI series. The first Twenty20 will be contested on Wednesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

IND vs ENG Match Details

India vs England – 1st Match, T20I Match

Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Date & Time: 22th January 2025 at 07:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

IND vs ENG Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	174
Avg 2nd inn score	168
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

IND vs ENG Pitch Report

As the match progresses, the pitch becomes slightly slower, and the spinners will benefit. Dew can also play a significant role, giving the chasing team a clear advantage.

IND vs ENG Weather Report

The weather will be clear, with pleasant temperatures, with temperatures ranging from 31°C to a low of 21°C.

IND vs ENG Last Five Matches

ENG ( England )	L L L W W
IND ( India )	W W L L W

IND vs ENG Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	IND Won	ENG Won	Tie	NR
Overall	24	13	11	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

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IND vs ENG Probable Playing XIs:

England Probable Playing XIs

Jos Buttler(C)(WK), Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood

India Probable Playing XIs

Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson(WK), Suryakumar Yadav(C), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, Mohammed Shami, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh

Topmost Picks for IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – India

Sanju Samson – Sanju Samson was India's leading run-scorer in the Twenty20 format in 2024. He scored 436 runs in his most recent 12 innings, with an average of 43.60.
Mohammed Shami – Indian pacer who has returned to international cricket after 14 months, adding firepower to the bowling department.

Top Picks – England

Jos Buttler – England’s captain and wicketkeeper, who will play a crucial role in the series.
Jacob Bethell – England’s young and promising player, who has had a great record in the IPL and will be one to watch out for.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(C), Liam Livingstone, Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami(VC), Arshdeep Singh

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Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Jos Buttler(VC), Sanju Samson(C), Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh

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Top Vice-Captain and Captain Picks for IND vs ENG T20 Fantasy Team on Dream11

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson

Vice-captain – Mohammed Shami, Jos Buttler

Wicketkeeper – Sanju Samson

When selecting the captain and vice-captain for your Dream11 fantasy team in the upcoming India vs. England T20 match, you must base your choices on players' recent performances and statistical consistency. Here's an analysis of the potential candidates:

Captaincy Options:

Sanju Samson:
- Recent Form: Samson has been in exceptional form, scoring a maiden T20I century with 111 runs off 47 balls against Bangladesh in October 2024.
- T20I Career Stats: In 33 innings, he has amassed 810 runs at an average of 27.93, including three centuries and two fifties, with a striking rate of 155.17.
- Consistency: His ability to play impactful innings makes him a strong candidate for the captaincy role.
Mohammed Shami:
- T20I Career Stats: Shami has taken 24 wickets in 23 T20I innings, with an average of 29.63 and an economy rate of 8.94.
- Recent Performance: While primarily known for his prowess in Test and ODI formats, Shami's experience and wicket-taking ability can be pivotal in T20 matches.

Vice-Captaincy Options:

Hardik Pandya:
- All-Round Performance: Pandya contributes significantly with both bat and ball. In the recent T20I series against Bangladesh, he scored 118 runs in 3 matches at an average of 59.00.
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- T20I Career Stats: He has a reputation for quick scoring and can provide crucial breakthroughs with the ball, making him a valuable vice-captain choice.
Nitish Kumar Reddy:
- Emerging Talent: Reddy showcased his potential by scoring 90 runs in 3 matches during the recent T20I series against Bangladesh, averaging 45.00.
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- Potential: As a young and dynamic player, he can be a differential pick for the vice-captaincy, especially if he continues his upward trajectory.

Conclusion:

Considering the current form and statistical data, Sanju Samson stands out as a strong candidate for the captaincy due to his recent high-scoring performances. Hardik Pandya's all-round capabilities offer a balanced option for the vice-captaincy, while Nitish Kumar Reddy presents a promising alternative for those looking to take a calculated risk. Mohammed Shami, though experienced, maybe a less conventional choice in the T20 format.

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IND vs ENG Probable Winners:

India and England belong to the most powerful squads in the T20 format, and we anticipate a close match between the two. Looking at their on-paper weaknesses and strengths, we believe India has a slight advantage due to a stronger batting line-up and a balanced bowling attack. The fact the players are playing at home gives them an advantage. Considering the team combination, India is expected to win this match.

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