The five-match T20I series between India and England is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, January 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The Men in Blue, the reigning T20 World Cup champions, aim to maintain their dominant form when they return to action at home.
Suryakumar Yadav will continue to lead the Indian team, building on his excellent captaincy record, including a resounding 3-1 series win in South Africa last year. With a mix of experienced players and young talents, India will be eager to showcase their prowess against a formidable England team.
India last faced England in the group stage of the T20 World Cup 2024, where an all-round performance ensured a convincing victory for the Rohit Sharma-led side.
Venue-wise, Eden Gardens holds a special place in T20I history, with its electrifying atmosphere and memorable matches. The venue’s highest T20I total, 201/5, was set by Pakistan against Bangladesh in the 2016 World Cup. India’s best performance here is 186/5.
Match Details: IND vs ENG, 1st T20I:
- Date and time: January 22, 1:30 p.m. GMT/7:30 p.m. IST
- Place: Gardens of Eden
Eden Gardens presentation report:
Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens is renowned for its fast and bouncy pitch, offering a balanced contest between bat and ball.
Fast bowlers can expect to find early movement with the new ball, exploiting the light grass cover and bounce offered. Swing and seam movements will be crucial in the initial overs, making it difficult for batters to keep watch. However, as the match progresses, the pitch is expected to become more batsman friendly. Bounce and carry will remain consistent, allowing hitters to play their shots with confidence.
IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Sanju Samson, Phil Salt, Jos Buttler
- Drummers: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma
- Versatile : Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Varun Chakraborty, Arshdeep Singh
IND vs. ENG Dream11 prediction captain and vice-captain:
- Choice 1: Arshdeep Singh (c), Phil Salt (vc)
- Choice 2: Jos Buttler (c), Suryakumar Yadav (vc)
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IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Saves:
Hardik Pandya, Adil Rashid, Mohammed Shami, Nitesh Kumar Reddy
IND vs. ENG Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 22, 1:30 p.m. GMT):
IND vs ENG playing XI:
India (probable): Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku SinghNitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammad Shami, Varun Chakravarthy
England: Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood