ENG vs PAK Match Prediction | Reddy Anna

England (ENG) is set to host Pakistan (PAK) in a four-match T20I series, with the first T20I scheduled to be played on Wednesday, May 22, at Headingley, Leeds| Reddy Anna.

England (ENG) vs Pakistan (PAK)

The English team is reuniting for a T20I series after a five-month break. They last played a five-match T20I series against the West Indies in December 2023. Since then, many English cricketers have participated in various franchise tournaments worldwide, with some players joining the national team directly from the IPL 2024 season.

On the other hand, Pakistan will be high on confidence following their recent series victory. Led by Babar Azam, Pakistan triumphed in a T20I series against Ireland, winning 2-1. They will be looking to carry this momentum into the series against England.

Headingley, Leeds Pitch Report: The surface at Headingley provides an even contest between bat and ball. The pitch offers good pace, allowing batters to play their strokes freely and get full value for their shots. Seamers can extract movement off the pitch in the initial stages, making early breakthroughs possible. As the match progresses, spinners come into play and can be influential. The team that wins the toss will likely opt to bowl first.

Probable Playing XIs:

• England (ENG):

• Jos Buttler (C & WK)

• Phil Salt

• Jonny Bairstow

• Will Jacks

• Harry Brook

• Liam Livingstone

• Sam Curran

• Moeen Ali

• Chris Jordan

• Jofra Archer

• Reece Topley

• Pakistan (PAK):

• Saim Ayub

• Mohammad Rizwan

• Babar Azam (C)

• Fakhar Zaman

• Azam Khan (WK)

• Imad Wasim

• Iftikhar Ahmed

• Shaheen Shah Afridi

• Mohammad Amir

• Hasan Ali

• Abbas Afridi

ENG vs PAK Probable Best Performers:

• Probable Best Batter: Babar Azam Pakistan skipper Babar Azam could be the standout batter in the upcoming game against England. Azam's recent performances against Ireland have been remarkable, scoring 132 runs across three matches and finishing as the joint-highest run-scorer in the series. His form will be crucial for Pakistan against an experienced England side.

• Probable Best Bowler: Chris Jordan England's bowling all-rounder Chris Jordan is likely to be among the top bowlers in the upcoming game against Pakistan. The 35-year-old is regarded as a specialist in T20I cricket, especially during the crucial middle and death overs. Jordan's ability to deliver effective slower balls and execute yorkers makes him a vital asset for England.

Prediction: Considering their home advantage and the return of key players, England is likely to have the edge over Pakistan in this opening T20I. The English team's depth in both batting and bowling, coupled with their familiarity with the conditions at Headingley, gives them a strong chance to start the series with a win.

Prediction: England to win the 1st T20I.