Eng vs Pak 4th T20 Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
Match Details
- Venue: Kennington Oval, London
- Date & Time: 30 May 2024 at 11:00 PM
- Series: Pakistan Tour of England
Pitch Report
The Kennington Oval in London is known for its balanced pitch. Historically, it has favored both batsmen and bowlers, making for an exciting contest. Teams batting first tend to have a slight advantage. The weather forecast predicts clear skies, ensuring a full 20-over match.
Head to Head
In T20 internationals, England and Pakistan have faced each other numerous times, with England holding a slight edge in overall wins. The last three encounters at The Oval saw England lose all, while Pakistan won two out of three.
Probable Best Performer of the Match
- England: Jos Buttler – The captain and opener is in phenomenal form and crucial to England's batting.
- Pakistan: Babar Azam – Pakistan's skipper is a consistent performer and key to anchoring their innings.
Previous Match Recap
The third T20 match was abandoned due to rain, leaving England leading the series 1-0. Both teams will be eager to perform in this decisive match.
Team Squads
England:
- Philip Salt
- Jos Buttler (c & wk)
- Will Jacks
- Jonny Bairstow
- Harry Brook
- Liam Livingstone
- Moeen Ali
- Chris Jordan
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Reece Topley
Pakistan:
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam (c)
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Shadab Khan
- Azam Khan (wk)
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Imad Wasim
- Shaheen Afridi
- Haris Rauf
- Mohammad Amir
Match Strategies
England
- Batting First: England will aim for a steady start with Buttler and Salt, looking to score 45 to 53 runs in the powerplay. The middle order should capitalize to reach a total of 151 to 172 runs.
- Bowling: Using their spin trio of Rashid, Livingstone, and Ali to control the middle overs and Jofra Archer for death bowling will be crucial.
Pakistan
- Batting First: Pakistan’s target in the powerplay should be 45 to 51 runs, with a strong finish aiming for a total between 172 to 195 runs.
- Bowling: Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf need to strike early, while Shadab Khan and Imad Wasim should focus on controlling the middle overs.
Likely Winner
Based on current form and team composition, England seems slightly favored to win this match. Their balanced team and home advantage give them an edge. However, Pakistan's strong performance at The Oval in past matches cannot be overlooked.
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