Live Cricket Score – England vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Manchester: Follow the Action
Match: England vs Pakistan, 2nd T20 International
Date: November 2024
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
Time: Start Time – 7:00 PM GMT
Welcome to the live coverage of the 2nd T20I between England and Pakistan at Old Trafford, Manchester. After a thrilling contest in the first match, both teams are geared up for what promises to be another exciting encounter. Pakistan will be looking to bounce back, while England will aim to extend their winning run in the series.
Key Details:
- England won the first T20I by 5 wickets, chasing down a competitive total with some excellent batting performances.
- Pakistan will look to rectify their mistakes from the first match and come back stronger with both bat and ball.
- Weather: Clear skies expected, with conditions ideal for T20 cricket. However, there could be occasional overcast clouds in the evening, which could assist swing bowlers.
Current Standings in the Series:
- England: 1-0 up in the series after winning the first T20I.
- Pakistan: Need a win to level the series and take the momentum into the decider.
LIVE SCORE & UPDATES:
- England: (Batting) – [Runs: x/0], [Wickets: x]
- Pakistan: (Batting) – [Runs: x/0], [Wickets: x]
Toss and Teams:
- England won the toss and elected to bowl first.
- Pakistan’s Predicted XI:
- Babar Azam (c)
- Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
- Fakhar Zaman
- Shan Masood
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Khushdil Shah
- Shadab Khan (vc)
- Hasan Ali
- Haris Rauf
- Naseem Shah
- Mohammad Wasim Jr.
- England’s Predicted XI:
- Jos Buttler (c) (wk)
- Alex Hales
- Dawid Malan
- Harry Brook
- Liam Livingstone
- Moeen Ali
- Sam Curran
- Adil Rashid
- David Willey
- Reece Topley
- Mark Wood
Key Battles to Watch:
- Babar Azam vs Mark Wood: Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, will look to anchor his side’s innings while facing the raw pace of Mark Wood. Wood’s speed could be a major factor in this contest, and Babar’s ability to handle it will be crucial.
- Jos Buttler vs Shadab Khan: England’s talismanic captain Jos Buttler will face the leg-spin of Shadab Khan. Buttler’s aggressive style will come up against Shadab’s variations, making it a key battle in the middle overs.
- Haris Rauf vs England’s Top Order: Haris Rauf will be looking to exploit the pace-friendly conditions at Old Trafford. England’s top-order, particularly Alex Hales and Dawid Malan, will need to be cautious of Rauf’s pace and bounce.
What to Expect in This Game:
- England’s Bowling Attack: With Mark Wood, David Willey, and Sam Curran, England will rely on their pace attack to restrict Pakistan’s top order. The spin duo of Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid will be crucial in the middle overs.
- Pakistan’s Pace Attack: Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah are the key threats for Pakistan. Their pace and ability to reverse the ball will keep England’s batsmen on edge. Shadab Khan, the key spinner, will look to get key breakthroughs in the middle overs.
- England’s Batting Depth: With the explosive Jos Buttler at the helm and powerful hitters like Liam Livingstone and Harry Brook, England has a deep batting lineup. David Willey and Sam Curran can also hit down the order, which gives England flexibility.
Previous Encounter (1st T20I):
- Result: England won by 5 wickets.
- Top Performers:
- Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan (40 off 30), Shadab Khan (2/32).
- England: Jos Buttler (56* off 39), Sam Curran (3/28).
Live Updates:
- Stay tuned for live updates on every ball! Keep refreshing this page for real-time scores, commentary, and key moments from the match.
Final Thoughts:
As England and Pakistan continue their rivalry in this T20I series, it promises to be a thrilling contest. England’s strong all-round squad, led by the dynamic Jos Buttler, will look to seal the series with a win. On the other hand, Pakistan’s formidable batting lineup, led by Babar Azam, will look to bounce back from their defeat in the opening game.
Who will come out on top in this exciting second T20I? Stay with us for live updates and analysis as the match unfolds!
