ENG vs IND Match Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between England and India?

After suffering a disappointing defeat at the hands of team England during the rescheduled Test match, team India will now take on the Three Lions in a three-match T20I series. The three-match T20I series will kick-start on July 7 at Southampton and the final match will be played on July 10 (Sunday).

In good news for the Indian fans, permanent skipper Rohit Sharma is available for the T20I series and is likely to open the innings for the Men in Blue. Meanwhile, the home team has also announced hard-hitter Jos Buttler as their new skipper and he will be looking to lead his side well against a strong Indian team.

Match Details:

Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton 

Date & Time: July 7, 2022, at 10:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report:

A batting paradise is expected at the Rose Bowl, Southampton with bowlers having their task cut out. The wicket at the Rose Bowl offers true pace and bounce which can help the batters to hit through the line. Skipper winning the toss might be tempted to bowl first.

Probable playing XI

England

Jos Buttler (C and wk), Jason Roy, Dawid Malan, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Chris Jordan, David Willey, Reece Topley, Tymal Mills, Matthew Parkinson.

India

Rohit Sharma (C), Ishan Kishan (wk), Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Deepak Hooda, Dinesh Karthik, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Avesh Khan.

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Jos Buttler:

England’s new skipper Jos Buttler will want to perform well with the bat against India and help his side in giving a quick start during the field restrictions. The right-handed batter likes to take his time to get his eyes in, but he can be very brutal once settled.

Probable best bowler of the match

Harshal Patel:

Talented pacer Harshal Patel was excellent during the second warm-up game against Northamptonshire after he grabbed two crucial wickets for his side and gave away just 23 runs in 3.3 overs. The right-arm pacer has a variety of slower deliveries and he can be a very tough customer to face during the death overs as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.