In this article we will be analyzing the match prediction ENG vs SA. of The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia is going to host a high-voltage T20 World Cup 2024 clash between England and South Africa on Friday, June 21.
Both teams are coming off wins in their opening fixtures in the Super Eights stage of the marquee event. The Three Lions got the better of co-hosts West Indies in their previous game after making a mockery of a challenging 181-run target. Powered by Phil Salt’s sparkling 87 not out off 47 balls, the defending champions romped home with eight wickets and 15 balls to spare, handing West Indies their first loss of the campaign.
Meanwhile, South Africa won their fifth consecutive game in the tournament, as they edged past an upbeat USA side by 18 runs to start their Super Eights run on a high. Quinton de Kock stood out with the bat, as his 74 off 40 balls helped the Proteas set up a stiff target of 195 for the debutants. Kagiso Rabada starred with the ball and finished with figures of 3/18, as the USA were restricted to 176/6 after giving South Africa a massive scare at one stage.
Check Here: ENG vs SA, Match 45, Live Score
ENG vs SA Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming |
| England vs South Africa, Match 45 | Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia | Friday, June 21, 8:00 PM IST | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar (app and website) |
Pitch Report and Conditions
The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium has produced some of the best batting surfaces in the tournament so far. Four matches have been played in the tournament and the average first innings score is 195. Two games have been won by teams batting first, while chasing teams have won the other two. The pitches have been quite true for batting and stroke-makers would enjoy themselves at the crease. Winning the toss and opting to chase could be a good decision. A total ranging from 180 to 190 is quite chaseable at this venue.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Won by England | Won by South Africa | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
| 25 | 12 | 12 | 01 | Sept 16, 2007 | July 31, 2022 |
ENG vs SA Probable Playing XIs
England:
Jos Buttler (C & WK), Phil Salt, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley
South Africa:
Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (C), Heinrich Klaasen, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi
Probable Best Performers of the match
Probable Best Batter:
Phil Salt had an amazing IPL season and is continuing his rich vein of form in the T20 World Cup 2024. He smashed an excellent 87 not out off 47 balls in the last game against the West Indies. Salt hit seven fours and five sixes during his exhilarating knock. England fans will hope for another big knock from their explosive opener.
Probable Best Bowler:
Anrich Nortje has bowled with steam and accounted for 10 wickets in five games at an average of 10.70. He is second on the list of highest wicket-takers in the tournament thus far. Nortje also has an awe-inspiring economy rate of 5.35 and his four overs will be key against the hard-hitting England batters.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
England vs South Africa
Scenario 1
England win the toss and opt to bowl first.
PP Score: 50-60
SA: 170-180
England win the match
Scenario 2
South Africa win the toss and opt to bowl first.
PP Score: 55-65
ENG: 175-185
South Africa win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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