ENG (England) vs NEW (New Zealand) Match Prediction
T20i
Edgbaston Cricket Ground
Facts
- England has taken full advantage of their home soil, having won both matches in New Zealand’s tour of England.
- New Zealand skipper, Tim Southee, managed to claim two wickets in two innings.
England vs New Zealand Chances of Winning
England approaches this fixture with the momentum of two consecutive wins against New Zealand. In their most recent encounter with New Zealand, they took the batting initiative and posted a formidable total of 198/4. What's even more impressive is their ability to dismiss the New Zealand team for just 103 runs in a mere 13.5 overs. The bulk of the scoring came from Jonny Bairstow and Harry Brook, who amassed 86 and 67 runs, respectively.
England chance of winning - 65%
New Zealand chance of winning - 35%
England vs New Zealand Betting Tips
Harry Brook stands as England's most valuable asset in the tournament, leading as the top run-scorer with 110 runs across two innings. Additionally, Jonny Bairstow, Will Jacks, and Dawid Malan have showcased noteworthy performances. While Bairstow faced difficulties in the first match, he regained his momentum in the subsequent game, amassing 86 runs from 60 deliveries. Dawid Malan contributed significantly with a half-century in the first match, accumulating 54 runs from 42 deliveries.
In comparison, New Zealand's squad currently appears somewhat less formidable than England's. Nonetheless, Glenn Phillips has emerged as their most consistent run-scorer, posting 41 runs from 38 deliveries in the first match and 22 runs from 17 deliveries in the second. Tim Seifert, their wicket-keeper batsman, claimed the title of the top run-scorer in the second match, notching up 39 runs from 31 deliveries.
England vs New Zealand Toss Prediction
England and New Zealand are scheduled to face each other in Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, for the upcoming match. In previous T20I contests hosted at this venue, all six matches have been claimed by teams that batted first. The average score for the first innings is 170, with England holding the record for the highest total at 221/5. Considering the consistent success of teams batting first at this ground, it is highly probable that the toss winners will opt to do the same in the forthcoming match.
Weather Report
The weather is expected to be partly cloudy in Birmingham with a minimal 20% chance of precipitation. The temperature is likely to remain stable around 22 degrees Celsius.
England Player List
Jos Buttler (c) (wk), Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, John Turner, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood, Sam Curran, Rehan Ahmed, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse.
Predicted Playing XI
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Jonny Bairstow |
Batter |
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Will Jacks |
Batter |
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Dawid Malan |
Batter |
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Harry Brook |
Batter |
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Jos Buttler (C) |
Wicket-keeper |
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Moeen Ali |
All-rounder |
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Liam Livingstone |
All-rounder |
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Sam Curran |
All-rounder |
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Adil Rashid |
Bowler |
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Brydon Carse |
Bowler |
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Gut Atkinson |
Bowler |
England Team Form
England has been in incredible form, having dominated over New Zealand in the tour so far. They have won both matches by significant margins and appear to be quite strong in their current form.
New Zealand Player List
Tim Southee (c), Adi Ashok, Chad Bowes, Mark Chapman, Dane Cleaver, Jacob Duffy, Dean Foxcroft, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Lister, Cole McConchie, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert, Will Young, Finn Allen, Devon Convey, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert, Daryl Mitchell, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi, Adam Milne.
Predicted Playing XI
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Finn Allen |
Batter |
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Devon Convey |
Batter |
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Tim Seifert |
Wicket-keeper |
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Glenn Phillips |
Batter |
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Mark Chapman |
Batter |
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Daryl Mitchell |
All-rounder |
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Mitchell Santner |
All-rounder |
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Adam Milne |
Bowler |
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Ish Sodhi |
Bowler |
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Tim Southee (C) |
Bowler |
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Lockie Ferguson |
Bowler |
New Zealand Team Form
New Zealand’s form has been rather disappointing so far. This series is their chance to redeem themselves against England’s might, but so far they have been unable to do so. They have faced two humiliating defeats at the hands of England.
England vs New Zealand Head-to-Head
Historically, England has frequently triumphed over New Zealand in the T20 format, boasting a six-win advantage in their head-to-head encounters.
T20 Head-to-Head Records
Total - 23
England - 14
New Zealand - 8
No Result/Abandoned - 1
England vs New Zealand Betting Odds
England to score more runs than New Zealand in the first six overs
England has been experiencing remarkable success against New Zealand during this tour. In the first match, England scored 61/1 in the powerplay overs, whereas New Zealand could only manage 31/2 at the same stage, resulting in a 30-run difference and an extra wicket lost for New Zealand. In the second match, England scored 40/1 during the powerplay, while New Zealand posted 42/2. Despite New Zealand's two-run advantage, they also lost an additional wicket. Given their performances thus far, it appears likely that England will maintain a superior scoring rate in the powerplay overs.
England vs New Zealand Best Batters
Harry Brook to be England’s Best Batter
Harry Brook currently holds the title of the series' leading run-scorer, amassing an impressive total of 110 runs across just two innings. He secured the position of England's second-highest scorer in both of the preceding matches, scoring 43 runs from 27 deliveries in one and 67 runs from 36 deliveries in the other. Given his exceptional form, there's a strong likelihood that he will continue to shine as England's top batsman in the upcoming fixture.
Glenn Phillips to be New Zealand’s Best Batter
Glenn Phillips has showcased commendable batting consistency in the last two matches. In the first match, he notched up 41 runs from 38 deliveries, securing the top batsman position for his team. In the second match, he contributed 22 runs from 17 deliveries, making him the second-highest run-scorer for his team. Considering his consistent performances thus far, there's a strong likelihood that he will once again emerge as their top batsman.
England vs New Zealand Best Bowlers
Gus Atkinson to be England’s Best Bowler
Gus Atkinson made his appearance in the second match, yet he emerged as the standout bowler of that game and currently shares the title of the series' top bowler. He showcased his prowess by taking an impressive four wickets in a single innings, all while conceding just 20 runs in 2.5 overs, resulting in an outstanding economy rate of 7.05. Based on his stellar performance in the previous match, there's every reason to depend on him as the leading bowler in the upcoming games.
Ish Sodhi to be New Zealand’s Best Bowler
Ish Sodhi stands as the lone New Zealand bowler who has managed to secure three wickets against England thus far. In the first match, he took a wicket while conceding 23 runs in two overs, and in the second match, he notched up two wickets while giving away 44 runs in four overs. Although he has proven to be relatively expensive and not particularly economical, his consistent ability to take wickets suggests that he might continue to be their top-performing bowler in the upcoming matches.
Our Prediction
Favorites to win: England
England is currently the clear favourite to emerge victorious in the upcoming match. They have secured wins in both of the matches played thus far and have displayed a commanding performance throughout New Zealand's tour of England. Moreover, they maintain a significant advantage in their head-to-head encounters, with six additional victories.
England's dominance has been striking in the first two matches. In the initial contest, they were tasked with chasing a target of 139/9 set by New Zealand. Remarkably, England successfully chased down the target in just 14 overs, winning the match by seven wickets with 36 balls to spare. Their second match victory mirrored the first in terms of dominance. Presently, England appears to be in impeccable form and unquestionably holds the favoured position for the upcoming fixture.
England to win @ 1.45 (Parimatch)
New Zealand to win @ 2.76 (Parimatch)
