T20 World Cup 2024: Match 42, WI vs ENG, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s T20 WC match between WI vs ENG?

The West Indies are currently unbeaten in the T20 World Cup 2024.

By Akshit Bhatnagar

Updated - 19 Jun 2024, 23:58 IST

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The T20 World Cup 2024’s Super Eights stage is all set to get underway, and the West Indies(WI) and England will face off in game 42 of the tournament, as a part of Group 2. Both sides will face off at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Thursday, June 20 morning.

England (ENG) barely made it to the Super Eights stage of the tournament after Scotland faced a defeat against Australia in the final group stage match. On the other hand, the West Indies finished top of their group, and are currently unbeaten in the tournament. 


Match Details 

Match West Indies vs England, Match 42
Venue Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia
Date and Time June 20, Thursday, 6 am IST
Live Broadcast and Streaming Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar (app and website)

Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium is one that is preferred by the batters. A high scoring game could be quite the possibility on such a pitch, and opting to bat first could be a wise decision.

Check Here: England vs West Indies Live Score, Match 42


WI vs ENG Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played 29
Won by West Indies 17
Won by England 12
No Result 0
First-ever Fixture June 28, 2007
Most-recent Fixture December 22, 2023

Probable Playing XIs

West Indies

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Roston Chase, Rovman Powell (c), Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie

England

Jos Buttler (C), Phil Salt, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Reece Topley, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood


Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Jos Buttler

England’s Jos Buttler could be the best batter in the upcoming game against the West Indies. The ace opener has been in brilliant form, and with 311 runs in his last 10 matches, Buttler will be keen on putting in another good showing for the Three Lions in the upcoming game.

Check Here: T20 World Cup 2024 Most Runs

Probable Best Bowler: Gudakesh Motie

The West Indies’ Gudakesh Motie could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against England. Motie has been the star performer for the Windies in the T20 World Cup 2024, and with 15 wickets in his last seven matches, Motie has been in good form as well.

Check here: T20 World Cup 2024 Most Wickets


Today's Match Prediction: West Indies to win the match

Scenario 1

England win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay Score: 45-55

England: 145-155

West Indies win the match.

Scenario 2

West Indies win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay Score: 55-65

West Indies: 160-180

West Indies 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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