ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: England vs Pakistan Predicted Playing XI for Match 45

England are set to take on Pakistan in Match No. 45 of the T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight stage at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 24. With the tournament entering a decisive phase, both teams will be eager to secure crucial points in this high-stakes encounter. 

England have been impressive so far, suffering just one defeat in the group stage against West Indies while registering convincing wins over Italy, Scotland, and Nepal. They carried that momentum into the Super Eight stage with a commanding victory over Sri Lanka. 

Pakistan, on the other hand, started with a nervy win over Netherlands and then endured a massive loss to India in the group stage. However, the team bounced back strongly with wins over Namibia and USA to seal qualification. Their opening Super Eight fixture against New Zealand was washed out due to rain, making this clash even more significant for their campaign.

Here are the predicted playing XI for Match 45:

England:

Top Order:  Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell

Phil Salt has scored 123 runs in five matches, including a half-century. Wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler has managed 60 runs in five games, while Jacob Bethell has been one of the standout performers with 146 runs in five matches, including a fifty.

Middle Order: Tom Banton, Harry Brook (Ct), Sam Curran

Tom Banton has accumulated 103 runs in five matches with one fifty. Captain Harry Brook has contributed 102 runs, while Sam Curran has added value with 109 runs and six wickets.

Lower Middle Order: Will Jacks, Jamie Overton

Will Jacks has scored 131 runs and picked up five wickets in five games. Jamie Overton has scored 30 runs in three innings and claimed seven wickets in four innings.

Bowler: Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid

Jofra Archer and Adil Rashid have taken eight wickets each in five matches, while Liam Dawson has picked up six wickets.

Pakistan:

Top Order: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (Ct)

Sahibzada Farhan has been in outstanding form, scoring 220 runs in four innings, including a century and a fifty. Saim Ayub has contributed 63 runs and taken five wickets, while Salman Agha has scored 55 runs in four innings.

Middle Order: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (WK)

Babar Azam has scored 66 runs in three innings. Fakhar Zaman has featured in one match so far, and Usman Khan has added 44 runs in three innings.

Lower Middle Order: Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf

Shadab Khan has scored 88 runs and taken five wickets in four innings. Mohammad Nawaz has claimed four wickets, while Faheem Ashraf has contributed 40 runs in three innings.

Bowler: Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq

Salman Mirza has taken four wickets in two matches, and Usman Tariq has claimed eight wickets in four games.

FAQs

Q1) When and where will England vs Pakistan Match No. 45 in the T20 World Cup 2026 be played?

A1: The Super Eight clash will be held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 24, 2026, starting at 7 PM IST.

Q2) Key players to watch in England vs Pakistan, Match No. 45?

A2: For Pakistan, Sahibzada Farhan’s form at the top will be crucial. For England, the spin duo of Adil Rashid and Will Jacks could prove decisive in Sri Lankan conditions.

Q3) Key player battles to watch in Sri England vs Pakistan, Super 8, Match No. 45?

A3: The contest between Babar Azam and Adil Rashid will be significant, given Rashid’s advantage in spin-friendly conditions. Another crucial battle will be Jos Buttler versus Shadab Khan during the middle overs, which could heavily influence the outcome of the match.

England squad for T20 World Cup 2026:

Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood

Pakistan squad for T20 World Cup 2026:

Salman Ali Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Khan, Usman Tariq

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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