(Credit ANI)
The third T20I between Pakistan and England is scheduled to take place in Cardiff on Tuesday, May 28. The match is set to begin at 11:00 PM IST, corresponding to 6:30 PM local time.
Team Analysis:
Pakistan, under the leadership of Babar Azam, faces concerns going into the second game of the series. Weather forecasts predict rain, which could potentially lead to a washout, leaving them with a crucial final T20I that they must win to level the series.
In the second T20I, Pakistan’s batsmen failed to deliver, with none managing to score over 50 runs. Babar, as the team’s captain and a top-order batsman, was expected to show more responsibility.
On the other hand, England clinched victory in the second T20I by 23 runs, posting a total of 183 runs and dismissing Pakistan for 160. With several players returning from injury, England now boasts a full-strength squad for the series.
The stellar performances of Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer in the first T20I have paved the way for other players to shine in the remaining two matches as well.
Pitch Report:
In Cardiff’s Sophia Gardens, there have been 10 T20I matches so far, with the team batting first emerging victorious in seven of them. As Pakistan’s batters experienced in the second T20I, chasing can be challenging in England. Considering this, the team winning the toss in the third T20I might opt to bat first as well, given the historical trend favoring teams setting the target in Cardiff.
Predicted Scores for the PAK vs ENG Match:
Team 1st Innings 2nd Innings
England 180-200, 160-180
Pakistan 180-200, 160-180
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff – Recent Venue Records (T20):
– Total T20 Matches Played: 10
– Matches won by teams batting first: 3
– Matches won by teams bowling first: 7
– Average 1st innings score: 145
– Average 2nd innings score: 138
– Highest total recorded: 207/3 (20 overs) by RSA vs ENG
– Lowest total recorded: 89/10 (18.4 overs) by PAK vs ENG
– Highest score chased: 175/3 (19.2 overs) by ENG vs PAK
– Lowest score defended: 182/5 (20 overs) by ENG vs AUS
Prediction for England:
– Top Run Scorer: Jos Buttler / Phil Salt
– Leading Wicket Taker: Adil Rashid / Jofra Archer
Prediction for Pakistan:
– Top Run Scorer: Babar Azam / Mohammad Rizwan
– Leading Wicket Taker: Mohammad Amir / Imad Wasim
Match Predictions:
Pakistan will come up and they will beat England today
