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IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: India and England face off in the second T20I of the series, with India leading after a dominant performance in the first match. The game at Eden Gardens saw India outplay England in all departments, winning with a massive 43 balls to spare. England will look to bounce back with their aggressive “BazBall” approach, while India will aim to carry forward their winning momentum.
Match Details
- Fixture: India vs England, 2nd T20I
- Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Date & Time: January 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM IST
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
IND vs ENG 2nd T20I: Pitch Report
The Chennai pitch is expected to favor spin bowlers, especially as the match progresses. A score of around 175 in the first innings will be challenging to chase. Batters need to be cautious against spinners while aiming for a positive approach.
Weather Report
The weather is expected to remain clear, with temperatures around 25°C. However, increasing humidity throughout the evening could play a role.
Venue Stats
- Average 1st Innings Score: 174
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 168
- Win Percentage (Batting 1st): 57%
- Win Percentage (Batting 2nd): 43%
Recent Form
England: L L L L W
India: W W W L L
IND vs ENG: Head-to-Head Stats
- Total Matches Played: 25
- India Wins: 14
- England Wins: 11
Probable Playing XI
India
- Sanju Samson (wk)
- Abhishek Sharma
- Suryakumar Yadav (c)
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya
- Rinku Singh
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Axar Patel
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Arshdeep Singh
- Varun Chakravarthy
England
- Phil Salt (wk)
- Ben Duckett
- Jos Buttler (c)
- Harry Brook
- Liam Livingstone
- Jacob Bethell
- Jamie Overton
- Gus Atkinson
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Mark Wood
Key Players to Watch
India
- Abhishek Sharma: Scored a blistering 79 runs off 34 balls in the first match.
- Varun Chakravarthy: Delivered an exceptional performance, taking three crucial wickets.
England
- Jos Buttler: England’s captain and a dependable player in high-pressure situations.
- Jacob Bethell: A young and talented player with a promising record in T20 leagues.
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Fantasy Team Suggestions
Team 1
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson
- Batsmen: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Tilak Varma
- All-rounders: Hardik Pandya (C), Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami (VC), Arshdeep Singh
Team 2
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler (VC), Sanju Samson (C)
- Batsmen: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Abhishek Sharma
- All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Captain: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson
- Vice-Captain: Jos Buttler, Mohammed Shami
Winner prediction
England’s aggressive batting approach might help them recover, but India’s form and balance give them a clear edge. Expect India to secure another victory and take a stronger lead in the series.
