ENG vs PAK T20I Series Set to Ignite Cricket Fans
The series is the final chance to make the combinations for both team before T20I World Cup
The cricket fans are gearing up for an exciting T20I series between England and Pakistan, starting on May 22nd in Leeds. This four-match series is crucial for both sides as it serves as their final tune-up before the highly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and USA.
Spotlight on Pakistan
Pakistan enters the series with the most T20Is played leading up to the World Cup. Despite winning their recent T20I series against Ireland 2-1, they faced a setback by losing a five-match series against a second-string New Zealand side at home.
However, Pakistan’s skipper Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were in excellent form against Ireland, showcasing aggression and scoring vital runs. The series against England offers a critical opportunity for the Men in Green to refine their strategies and build momentum ahead of the World Cup.
England's Form Shaped by IPL 2024
On the other hand, England has yet to play a T20 international in 2024, but their players have been honing their skills in the IPL. Key players such as Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, Phil Salt, Sam Curran, and Jonny Bairstow have been in exceptional form, thanks to their rigorous play in the IPL 2024. This experience and form could prove decisive as they face Pakistan in this high-stakes series.
Series Details
The series will kick off on May 22nd at Headingley in Leeds, followed by matches in various iconic venues. For both teams, this series is not just about the immediate contest but about fine-tuning their squads and tactics for the grand stage of the T20 World Cup.
England vs Pakistan T20I series schedule
| Match | Date | Time (PST) | Venue |
| 1st T20I | May 22 | 10:30 PM | Headingly, Leeds |
| 2nd T20I | May 25 | 7:30 PM | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| 3rd T20I | May 28 | 10:30 PM | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| 4th T20I | May 30 | 10:30 PM | Kennington Oval, London |
Where to watch ENG vs PAK T20I
Pakistan Television & ARY Digital Networks will broadcast the game in Pakistan, while Sky Sports and Channel 4 will broadcast the game in the United Kingdom.
ENG vs PAK T20I head-to-head records
| Played In | Won by Pakistan | Won by England | No Result | Total |
| England | 7 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| Pakistan | 4 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Neutral | 8 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 19 | 9 | 1 | 29 |
Squads
England: Jos Buttler (C), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt (WK), Reece Topley, and Mark Wood.
Pakistan: Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Irfan Khan Niazi, Iftikhar Ahmad, Usman Khan (WK), Azam Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Hasan Ali, and Salman Ali Agha.
Stay tuned as the action unfolds, with the first match set to begin tomorrow at 2:30 PM local time and 10:30 PM PST.
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