Pakistan vs England Match Prediction

Pakistan vs England Team Previews

Pakistan

After two straight losses in their first two games, Pakistan was almost forced to return to Karachi. Even a single loss in their final four matches would have sent them packing. Even if Pakistan wins all of these games, they will not advance to the semi-finals. It required a major upset in Group 2 in which the Netherlands defeated South Africa to open up new possibilities. Pakistan vs. Bangladesh became a simulated quarterfinal, with both teams vying for a semi-final spot. Pakistan’s game was transformed by Shadab Khan’s inning versus South Africa. It not only assisted the squad in winning that vital match, but it also instilled some much-needed confidence in the middle order. The match’s openers were doomed from the outset. Beginning with the South Africa game, fresh match-winners began to emerge in the middle order. Shadab Khan, Mohammad Haris, Shan Masood, and Iftikhar Ahmed all came through for the supporters and the captain. Not to mention Mohammad Nawaz, the all-rounder. Eventually, in the semi-final against New Zealand, the openers, Rizwan and Babar, arrived with a 105-run opening stand. Mohammad Haris will be a vital figure to watch in the final. The bowlers will face a significant challenge. The opposing team has a very deep hitting order. And getting through it will be difficult. Pakistan must make a few substitutions and bring in pacers to replace spinners.

England

England will arrive in Melbourne with a lot of energy and confidence after defeating strong India in the semi-finals. As one well-known Indian pundit described it, the English run chase resembled a boxing match between heavyweights of various classifications. Alex Hales has appeared in fantastic shape since his return to the national team. Butler has also been a reliable starter who has guided the squad from the start. In the middle order, Harry Brook can be a liability. Ben Stokes, who has struggled in T20 internationals, is also an important figure in the middle order. He was instrumental in England’s victory over Sri Lanka. Nevertheless, when it comes to providing memorable outings in the middle, these two are unreliable. As a result, Moeen Ali and Liam Livingstone are becoming increasingly essential in England’s squad. Ali and Livingstone will be crucial in ensuring England’s victory, whether they bat first or second. Dawid Malan was also injured during the match against Sri Lanka, thus Phil Salt stepped in as a substitute in the semi-final. Sam Curran and Chris Woakes walk in to bat at positions 8 and 9, respectively, and it does appear to be a very strong and star-studded batting order. Nevertheless, if the openers retire early, it is only Stokes who can act as an anchor to develop the innings.

Pakistan vs England Team Squads

Pakistan

Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan, Asif Ali, Fakhar Zaman, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood. Standby Players: Usman Qadir, Mohammad Haris, Shahnawaz Dahani.

England

Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Ben Stokes, Tymal Mills, David Willey, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood, Alex Hales. Standby Players: Liam Dawson, Richard Gleeson

Pakistan News

• Shadab Khan has been the finest spinner on display, both in terms of wickets and economy rate. Pakistan is therefore always a viable option in any match, regardless of the circumstances.

England News

• England has been playing excellent white-ball cricket for some while lately, and it appears like the incumbent ODI champions will add the T20 title to their collection as well.