England and New Zealand are gearing up for the second T20I match of their four-game series at Old Trafford, Manchester. Following England’s pretty one-sided seven-wicket win in the opener, fans would expect New Zealand to showcase more resilience.
Dawid Malan emerged as a standout performer in the opening game, marking his prowess with yet another T20I half-century. On the bowling front, Luke Wood, despite leaking a few runs, displayed his knack for taking crucial wickets. His left-arm pace and swing are anticipated to be a potent weapon, making him a top threat for the opposition team.
New Zealand’s hopes rest on the formidable Devon Conway, whose consistency has yielded nine T20I scores of 50+. The left-hander’s ability to navigate challenging situations makes him a solid player. Lockie Ferguson’s pace and bounce are expected to pose a significant challenge to England’s batting lineup, but he will need support from his other partners like Southee and spinners.
ENG vs NZ Match Details:
Match: England vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I Match
Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
Date & Time: Friday, September 01, 10:30 PM IST
Live Streaming Details: Star Sports
Also Check: England vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I – Live Cricket Score
NZ vs ENG Pitch Report:
Manchester’s pitch has been quite supportive for batters this season, and a par score over 185 is expected for the first innings. If the English team gets a chance to bat first, the total could go beyond 200 also, courtesy of the firepower that they possess. We can expect another high-scoring match for sure.
NZ vs ENG Probable Playing XI
England (ENG):
Will Jacks, Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Jos Buttler (wk) (c), Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Brydon Carse
New Zealand (NZ):
Devon Conway (wk), Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee (c), Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter-
Harry Brook:
In spite of the disappointment of being sidelined for the ODI World Cup, Brooks has shown great batting form. He even scored a brilliant century in The Hundred and scored a quickfire 43 in the opening match as well. With a combination of pure technique and power, Brook’s consistent performances make him a treat to watch.
Probable Best Bowler-
Adil Rashid:
In the first match, Rashid took a crucial wicket while conceding just 18 runs in his three overs. With his great control over line and length, Rashid remains a potent force in breaking partnerships and surprising opposition batters. Rashid, with his crafty leggies and brilliant googlies, can be a real threat for the Kiwis.
Today’s Match Prediction: England to win the match
ENG vs NZ – Crictracker