ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Updates For 2nd Test

Preview

The second and final Test of the ongoing series between England and New Zealand is set to commence on Thursday. The opening Test at Lord’s ended in a draw thanks to the rain on the third day. The visitors dominated throughout while for England, Rory Burns shone with a scintillating ton. Devon Conway was the star of the show though who scored 200 in his debut innings at Lord’s.

The second Test, however, will see a lot of changes in both sides. Ollie Robinson will not play for England and even Mark Wood is likely to be rested. For New Zealand, Kane Williamson and Mitchell Santner have been ruled out of this Test. Tim Southee is also expected to be rested while Trent Boult will return after missing the opening game.

Match Details

England vs New Zealand, 2nd Test

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham 

Date & Time: June 10th at 3:30 PM IST and 11:00 AM Local Time

Live Streaming: SonyLiv

Pitch Report

The Edgbaston pitch is very good for both batsmen and bowlers. The first two days will see the pacers swinging the ball while the spinners are expected to come into action on the last two days.

Probable Playing XIs

England

Rory Burns, Dom Sibley, Zak Crawley, Joe Root (c), Ollie Pope, Dan Lawrence, James Bracey (wk), Dom Bess/Jack Leach, Olly Stone, Stuart Broad, James Anderson

New Zealand

Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Ross Taylor, Henry Nicholls, BJ Watling, Colin De Grandhomme, Matt Henry, Neil Wagner, Ajaz Patel, Trent Boult

Top Picks for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Match:

Devon Conway started his Test career with a bang scoring a total of 228 runs in the first game. The left-hander will be once again crucial for his team.

Joe Root, the England skipper, is the best batsman for his team. He scored a couple of 40s and looked in great touch in the opening Test. A big knock won’t be far away for him.

Trent Boult is fresh and making a comeback. Ahead of the WTC Final, the left-hander will be hopeful of picking wickets. He likes to swing the new ball and can make an immediate impact.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

BJ Watling, Tom Latham, Rory Burns (VC), Joe Root, Henry Nicholls, Devon Conway (C), Colin de Grandhomme, Stuart Broad, Neil Wagner, Mark Wood, James Anderson

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

BJ Watling (VC), Ross Taylor (C), Rory Burns, Ollie Pope, Dominic Sibley, Devon Conway, Colin de Grandhomme, Trent Boult, Olly Stone, Mark Wood, James Anderson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options

Captain Options: Tom Latham, Joe Root, Devon Conway

Vice-Captain Options: BJ Watling, Ross Taylor, Trent Boult

Probable Winners

New Zealand are expected to win this match.

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