England will face Pakistan in Match 45 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. This is a crucial game for both teams, especially Pakistan, who need a win to stay alive in the semifinal race.
England started the Super 8 stage with a convincing win over Sri Lanka and will look to continue their momentum. Pakistan, on the other hand, had their previous match washed out and now face a must-win situation.
ENG vs PAK Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | England vs Pakistan – Match 45, Super 8 |
| Date | February 24, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele |
Match Preview
England
England may not have played their best cricket throughout the tournament, but they are still in a strong position. Their bowling unit has performed well under pressure, and players like Will Jacks have delivered match-winning performances.
Phil Salt has provided good starts, while the team will expect their captain Harry Brook and senior batter Jos Buttler to contribute with the bat.
Key Strengths
- Match-winning all-rounders
- Strong pace and spin combination
- Ability to defend totals
Key Concerns
- Inconsistent middle-order performances
- Lack of big runs from Jos Buttler
Pakistan
Pakistan are under pressure heading into this match. Their washed-out game against New Zealand has made this a must-win contest. The team has relied heavily on its top order and spin attack.
Players like Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub need to deliver, while the all-rounders and spinners must control the middle overs.
Key Strengths
- Quality spin attack
- Experienced top-order batters
Key Concerns
- Middle-order inconsistency
- Over-dependence on top order and spin
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| England | 20 |
| Pakistan | 9 |
| No Result/Tie | 2 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| England | W, L, W, W, W |
| Pakistan | W, W, L, W, NR |
Weather & Pitch Report – Pallekele
Weather
- Temperature: 20–22°C
- Humidity: 85–95%
- Rain Chance: 0%
Pitch Report
- Good surface for batting
- Spinners will get help in middle overs
- Average first innings score around 160–170
- Chasing success rate around 41%
Pallekele International Stadium T20I Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 34 |
| Bat First Wins | 17 |
| Bat Second Wins | 14 |
| No Result/Tie | 3 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 165 |
| Highest Score | 263/3 |
| Lowest Score | 88 |
Predicted Playing XI
England
- Phil Salt
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Jacob Bethell
- Tom Banton
- Harry Brook (c)
- Sam Curran
- Will Jacks
- Liam Dawson
- Jamie Overton
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
Pakistan
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Saim Ayub
- Salman Agha (c)
- Babar Azam
- Fakhar Zaman
- Shadab Khan
- Usman Khan (wk)
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Faheem Ashraf
- Salman Mirza
- Usman Tariq
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Phil Salt
- Jos Buttler
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Usman Tariq
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Sam Curran
- Will Jacks
- Saim Ayub
- Shadab Khan
ENG vs PAK Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
England have adapted well to different conditions and are finding ways to win matches. Their balanced squad and strong bowling attack give them an advantage.
Pakistan have the talent but have struggled with consistency, especially in the middle order. If their top order fails, they could face problems.
Predicted Winner: England
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| England | No injury updates |
| Pakistan | No injury updates |
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