The 1st T20I of the India vs England T20I series will be held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This promises to be an exciting contest between the two cricketing giants. Here’s your complete guide for the Dream11 fantasy team, playing XI, fantasy tips, and captain choices for the match.
Match Details:
- Match: India (IND) vs England (ENG), 1st T20I
- Date: January 22, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Time: 07:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
IND vs ENG: Head-to-Head Record
- India: 13 wins
- England: 11 wins
- A total of 24 matches have been played between India and England in T20I cricket. India has a slight edge with 13 wins.
Weather & Pitch Report:
- Weather: Clear skies with a humidity of 77%. The temperature will be around 23°C, offering ideal conditions for a T20 match.
- Pitch: The pitch at Eden Gardens is known for being very batting-friendly. With an average score of over 200 runs, it’s a high-scoring venue. Chasing teams have had an advantage here, with 4 out of 7 IPL 2024 games won by teams batting second.
IND vs ENG: Predicted Playing XIs
India (IND):
- Sanju Samson (WK)
- Abhishek Sharma
- Suryakumar Yadav (C)
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Axar Patel
- Mohammed Shami
- Harshit Rana
- Arshdeep Singh
England (ENG):
- Ben Duckett
- Phil Salt (WK)
- Jos Buttler (C)
- Harry Brook
- Liam Livingstone
- Jacob Bethell
- Jamie Overton
- Gus Atkinson
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Mark Wood
Dream11 Fantasy Team Tips:
Best Players to Pick for Dream11:
- Wicket-keepers:
- Phil Salt – A reliable opener with the ability to score quick runs.
- Sanju Samson – A consistent performer for India in T20Is.
- Jos Buttler – England’s explosive captain and one of the best T20I players.
- Batsmen:
- Suryakumar Yadav – India’s star T20 batsman, key to their middle-order.
- Ben Duckett – A solid batsman at the top for England.
- Tilak Varma – A young talent who has impressed in the domestic circuit.
- Abhishek Sharma – Can contribute with both bat and ball.
- All-rounders:
- Hardik Pandya – A match-winner with both bat and ball for India.
- Liam Livingstone – Powerful with the bat and useful with the ball.
- Jamie Overton – Capable of contributing with both bat and ball.
- Axar Patel – A handy lower-order batter and bowler.
- Bowlers:
- Arshdeep Singh – India’s key pacer in the death overs.
- Mohammed Shami – Reliable with the new ball.
- Adil Rashid – England’s spin king.
- Mark Wood – England’s pace spearhead.
- Jofra Archer – Known for his pace and big match performances.
Dream11 Suggested Fantasy Teams:
Dream11 Team 1:
- Wicket-keeper: Phil Salt
- Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh
Captain:
- Phil Salt (First-choice)
- Liam Livingstone (Second-choice)
Vice-Captain:
- Abhishek Sharma (First-choice)
- Sanju Samson (Second-choice)
Dream11 Team 2:
- Wicket-keepers: Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler, Phil Salt
- Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Ben Duckett, Tilak Varma
- All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh
Captain:
- Hardik Pandya (First-choice)
- Suryakumar Yadav (Second-choice)
Vice-Captain:
- Liam Livingstone (First-choice)
- Ben Duckett (Second-choice)
Key Fantasy Tips:
- Check the Toss: Eden Gardens offers an advantage to the team chasing, so consider making changes to your fantasy team based on the toss.
- Form and Fitness: Stay updated on player fitness. Key players like Jofra Archer and Mark Wood might have their fitness in question before the match.
- All-Rounders: Picking all-rounders like Hardik Pandya, Liam Livingstone, and Jamie Overton will give you extra points with both bat and ball.
- Bowling Options: With a batting-friendly pitch, it’s crucial to select bowlers who can take wickets in the middle overs or at the death. Rashid, Shami, and Arshdeep are key options.
Who Will Win?
- India has been strong in T20I cricket, especially at home. They have a balanced squad with the right mix of experience and youth. England, while possessing a strong lineup, is currently in a transition phase. India will have the home advantage and are more likely to win this opening match.
Prediction: India to win the 1st T20I.