In the 44th match of the ODI World Cup 2023, defending champions England (ENG) will take on Pakistan (PAK) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. In a do-or-die game, Pakistan will look to continue their winning run. Pakistan will need to beat England by more than 287 runs or have to chase the target in 16 balls. This will be a daunting task for Babar Azam and company; however, it's their last chance to qualify for the finals.
Meanwhile, England will also need to continue their winning run as they look to qualify for the Champions Trophy in 2025. A win here will ensure their qualification for the prestigious tournament. However, if they lose the game, England might fail to board a flight to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.
ENG vs PAK: Match Details
Match: England vs. Pakistan, 44th Match, ODI World Cup 2023
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Date and Time: Saturday, November 11, 2:00 PM (IST)
Live Streaming Details: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar
ENG vs PAK: Pitch Report
The grounds of Eden Gardens have been bustling with action during the IPL. However, batting in the World Cup poses a considerable challenge here. The pitch greatly assists spin bowlers, as evidenced by Ravindra Jadeja's 5-wicket haul for India against South Africa, with Keshav Maharaj also finding substantial support in the same match. Finger spinners seem to benefit more than wrist spinners in this setting. A total of 250 runs in the first inning could prove to be a winning score.
ENG vs PAK: Weather Report
Kolkata is expected to experience clear weather with no chances of rain during the match. The maximum temperature is anticipated to reach 32 degrees on Saturday, while the evening temperature may hover around 25 degrees. These favourable weather conditions ensure that cricket enthusiasts can enjoy the full action during this exciting season.
ENG vs PAK: Head-to-Head Records
In ODI World Cup history, England and Pakistan have competed against each other 10 times. Pakistan has maintained an advantage in these encounters, emerging victorious in 5 out of 9 instances, with one match ending without a result.
Matches Played | 10 |
England Won | 4 |
Pakistan Won | 5 |
Tied | 0 |
No Results | 1 |
ENG vs PAK: Probable Playing XI
England: Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c)/(wk), Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, David Willey, Adil Rashid, and Gus Atkinson
Pakistan: Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir, Mohammad Wasim Jr., and Haris Rauf
ENG vs PAK Dream 11 Fantasy Teams
Grand League:
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Ben Stokes, Joe Root, Babar Azam, David Malan, and Fakhar Zaman
Allrounders: Chris Woakes (C)
Bowlers: Adil Rashid, David Willey, Shahid Afridi (VC), Md. Wasim Junior
Head to Head:
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Ben Stokes, Babar Azam, David Malan (C), Fakhar Zaman (VC)
Allrounders: Chris Woakes, Iftikhar Ahmed
Bowlers: Adil Rashid, David Willey, Shahid Afridi, and Md. Wasim Junior