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After securing the series with a 15-run win in the fourth T20I, India will aim to conclude their campaign on a high as they face England in the fifth and final match at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.
Under Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership, the team has recovered from early setbacks to claim an unassailable 3-1 lead, giving them a chance to further assert their dominance in the series finale.
For England, the match offers a chance to restore pride and build momentum ahead of the ODI series. While Jos Buttler’s side has displayed flashes of brilliance throughout the series, they have struggled to maintain consistency. A cohesive team effort will be crucial if the visitors hope to end their T20I campaign on a positive note.
Match details: IND vs ENG, 5th T20I:
- Date and Time: February 2, 01:30 pm GMT/ 7:30 pm IST
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is known for its fast, bouncy pitch, offering an exciting challenge to both batters and bowlers. Early in the game, fast bowlers can utilize the slight grass cover and bounce to generate movement with the new ball, posing difficulties for batters. However, as the match progresses, the pitch becomes more favourable for batting.
The consistent bounce and carry allow batters to play their strokes freely, while the short boundaries amplify scoring opportunities. Historically, teams chasing at Wankhede have enjoyed a slight edge, making the toss crucial, with captains often opting to bowl first. This unique combination of factors ensures a balanced contest that keeps players and spectators thoroughly engaged.
IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler
- Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma
- All-rounder: Jamie Overton, Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse
IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Hardik Pandya (c), Jos Buttler (vc)
- Choice 2: Abhishek Sharma (c), Liam Livingstone (vc)
IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Varun Chakravarthy, Sam Curran, Phil Salt, Harry Brook
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IND vs ENG Dream11 Team for today’s match (February 2, 01:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Mohammed Shami, Washington Sundar, Dhruv Jurel, Harshit Rana
England: Ben Duckett, Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell (wk), Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Smith, Rehan Ahmed.
