ENG vs PAK Match Prediction : 45th Match, Super 8, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2026
ENG vs PAK Win Probability
87%
England
13%
Pakistan
England To Win, 1.60
Pakistan has not defeated England at a neutral venue since 2012, losing all six such encounters since then.
England boasts an excellent record at Pallekele, winning five of their last six matches at the venue.
England has only suffered one defeat in their last 11 T20 Internationals.
ENG vs PAK Betting Tips
Usman Tariq to pick up over 1.5 wickets
Usman Tariq is Pakistan's leading wicket-taker in the tournament, having claimed 8 wickets in just three innings. He has taken at least 2 wickets in five of his last six matches. With the Pallekele pitch known to assist slower bowlers, we are backing him to deliver another highly productive spell.
Jos Buttler to score under 23.5 runs
Jos Buttler is currently struggling with his form, managing only single-digit scores in his last three outings. He has failed to surpass the 23-run mark in six of his last nine innings. Given his modest average of just over 20 in seven innings at Pallekele, we predict another low-scoring performance from him in this fixture.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
England
Pakistan
Pakistan will be eager to secure their first victory in the Super 8 stage as they take on England in Match 45 of the T20 World Cup. England, on the other hand, has a place in the semis within grasp with a win here. This crucial clash takes place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
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England vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Record
England has dominated the recent head-to-head encounters against Pakistan, emerging victorious in each of their last five meetings.
England vs Pakistan Live-streaming and Broadcast
| Country | TV Channel | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | Disney+ Hotstar App |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports | Myco App, Tamasha App |
| Australia | — | Amazon Prime Video |
| England (UK) | Sky Sports (Cricket/Main Event) | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz App |
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1, Sirasa, Shakti) | ICC.tv / Maharaja TV Website |
| Bangladesh | Nagorik TV | Toffee |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife MAX | StarzPlay, StarzON |
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ENG vs PAK Team Previews
England
England heads into this match full of confidence following an impressive win over Sri Lanka on Sunday, giving them crucial early momentum in the Super 8 stage.
A major positive for England was Phil Salt's return to form; after a lean start to the tournament, his excellent half-century laid a solid foundation. However, Jos Buttler's struggles remain a concern, averaging a mere 12 runs across five innings. Fortunately, the middle order is firing at the perfect time, with Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Tom Banton, and Jacob Bethell making vital contributions.
Will Jacks has emerged as a standout all-rounder, amassing 131 runs and taking 5 wickets—his 3-wicket haul was instrumental in the victory over Sri Lanka. He joins Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson to form a formidable spin trio. The pace attack, featuring Jofra Archer, Sam Curran, and Jamie Overton, has collectively bagged 21 wickets and will be looking to dismantle Pakistan's top order early.
England Expected Playing 11
Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
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Pakistan
Following a frustrating washout in their opening Super 8 match against New Zealand that resulted in shared points, Pakistan needs a win to solidify their position in Group 2.
Pakistan is likely to stick with the XI selected for the New Zealand game. Sahibzada Farhan is in superb form at the top and holds the key to capitalizing on the Powerplay. However, he requires stronger support from Saim Ayub, who has looked vulnerable against the new ball. The middle-order trio of Babar Azam, Salman Agha, and Usman Khan also need to find their rhythm and post substantial totals quickly.
Shadab Khan provides crucial balance down the order, having contributed 88 runs and 5 wickets. He forms a vital part of the spin attack alongside Mohammad Nawaz and the tournament's standout bowler, Usman Tariq. Pakistan may again opt for a spin-heavy strategy, relying on Salman Mirza as the lone specialist seamer.
Pakistan Expected Playing 11
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Usman Tariq, Salman Mirza, Fakhar Zaman
ENG vs PAK Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first to take advantage of the conditions.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Pallekele experienced rain over the weekend, leaving some underlying moisture in the pitch. However, with clear skies and no rain forecasted for Tuesday, the surface should dry out as the match progresses. Fast bowlers can expect early assistance with the new ball, but batting will become significantly easier once they get their eye in.
A par score at this venue is around 175. The weather will be comfortable, hovering around 20 degrees Celsius, with dew likely playing a role in the second innings.
ENG vs PAK : Who Will Win?
We are confidently backing England to secure the win. Despite a slightly rocky start to their campaign, they are hitting peak form at exactly the right moment. With an explosive batting lineup and a highly effective, well-rounded bowling attack, they hold a clear advantage over Pakistan.
Bet on England to win.
