ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction 2nd ODI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

ENG vs SA Africa Match Preview:

England (ENG) and South Africa (SA) will clash in the crucial second ODI fixture of the bilateral ODI series at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester. In the first fixture of the series, South Africa were terrific with their performances in both departments to secure a victory by 62 runs. The contributions from Rassie van der Dussen and Anrich Nortje were critical to the win for the Proteas.

On the other hand, England will miss the services of Ben Stokes in this game, and Phil Salt is likely to be included in the XI. Players like Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow will be important for the team to level the series, while the bowlers will have to contain the runs.

England vs South Africa Match Details:

England vs South Africa, 2nd ODI

Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Date & Time: 22nd July at 5:30 PM IST and 1;00 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & Sony LIV

ENG vs SA, 2nd ODI, Pitch Report:

It is a belter of a surface at Manchester, and the batters will surely be rewarded for playing their natural game. The pace bowlers will need to take wickets upfront, otherwise, it will be another run-feast. A total of over 275 will be needed by the team batting first to win the game.

Injury News:

(will be added if there is any update)

ENG vs SA, 2nd ODI Probable Playing XIs:

England

Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Phil Salt, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Matty Potts

South Africa

Quinton de Kock (wk), Janneman Malan, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj (c), Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi, Dwaine Pretorius

Top Picks for ENG vs SA Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Batters

Joe Root:

The former English skipper finally returned to form in white-ball cricket, wherein he scored 86 of 77 in the first ODI.

Rassie van der Dussen:

The man-in-form, Dussen delivered a knock of 134 off 117 in the first fixture of the series to help the Proteas to post a strong score and ultimately win the match.

Top Picks – All-Rounders

Moeen Ali:

The talented all-rounder has been a key force in the English middle-order and is useful with the ball as well. He took a single wicket in the first game but would look to improve his performance with the bat.

Top Picks – Bowlers

Anrich Nortje:

The fiery pacer finished with figures of 4/53 in the last game and was the best bowler in the series opener.

Top Picks – Wicketkeeper

Jonny Bairstow:

Bairstow has been terrific in the last two months with his stroke play and confidence. He scored 63 off 71 in the first ODI.

Quinton de Kock

Although the experienced campaigner could contribute only 19 in the first fixture, he has been a consistent run-scorers for Proteas in the limited-overs format.

ENG vs SA Must Picks Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ENG vs SA Dream11 Team for Fantasy Cricket:

Quinton de Kock, Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow (vc), Liam Livingstone, Rassie van der Dussen (c), Joe Root, Aiden Markram, Moeen Ali, Lungi Ngidi, Brydon Carse, Anrich Nortje

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ENG vs SA Dream11 Team for Fantasy Cricket:

Quinton de Kock, Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Rassie Van der Dussen, Janneman Malan, Joe Root (c), Aiden Markram, Moeen Ali, Lungi Ngidi, Brydon Carse, Anrich Nortje (vc)

ENG vs SA Risky Captaincy Choices:

Liam Livingstone:

The all-rounder has been impressive in his limited appearances for England but is still yearning for a great game in both departments

Moeen Ali:

Moeen has been rather average with his performances in the last few months and can be a risky bet.

Player you should avoid:

Keshav Maharaj:

The talented spinner has been doing well in terms of economy, but can’t offer much with his wicket-taking abilities.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.