England vs West Indies: T20I Series Continues with Crucial Second Match
Match Overview
The second match of the T20I series between England and the West Indies is set to take place at the County Ground in Bristol on June 6, 2025, starting at 11:00 PM IST.
England's Performance
Following their success in the ODI series, England is looking to secure a clean sweep in the T20I series against the West Indies. They claimed victory in the first match by 21 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. England batted first, scoring 188 runs for the loss of 6 wickets, thanks to a stellar 96 from Jos Buttler and a quick 38 from Jamie Smith. The West Indies were limited to 167 runs, with Liam Dawson returning to the T20I squad after three years to take four wickets, while debutant Matthew Potts contributed with two wickets. Under the leadership of Harry Brook, England is reasserting its dominance.
West Indies' Challenge
In contrast, the West Indies have struggled in recent white-ball matches. After losing the first T20I by 21 runs, they are determined to bounce back in this crucial second match to stay in the series. The team features powerful batters like Sherfane Rutherford, Shai Hope, Rovman Powell, and Johnson Charles, but they need to adopt a more fearless approach to the game. With Shai Hope as the newly appointed captain, they aim to turn their fortunes around.
Pitch Conditions
The pitch at County Ground is typically favorable for batsmen, allowing them to play their shots freely once they settle in. The average first innings score in 2022 was 209, indicating a batting-friendly surface. However, spinners may find some assistance, particularly orthodox spinners.
T20I Head-to-Head: ENG vs WI
ENG vs WI Head-to-Head in T20Is
| ENG vs WI head-to-head | |
| Matches Played | 36 |
| Won by England | 17 |
| Won by West Indies | 18 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Tied | 0 |
Probable Playing XI
England: Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Liam Dawson, Matthew Potts, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Tom Banton, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid.
West Indies: Johnson Charles, Evin Lewis, Romario Shepherd, Shai Hope (c & wk), Andre Russell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Rovman Powell, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford.
Key Players to Watch
Top Wicketkeeper
- Jos Buttler | ENG: The experienced wicketkeeper-batter has been in outstanding form, having played 135 T20I matches and scored 3631 runs, including 1 century and 27 fifties. His impressive 96 runs in the first T20I make him a must-have in fantasy teams.
Top Batters
- Ben Duckett | ENG: Duckett excelled in the ODI series, scoring 118 runs across three matches. With 413 runs in 18 T20I matches, he is a consistent performer worth including.
- Evin Lewis | WI: Recently, Lewis has been the standout batter for the West Indies, scoring 39 runs in the first match. With 1682 runs in 62 T20I matches, he is a valuable addition to any fantasy lineup.
Top All-Rounders
- Will Jacks | ENG: Jacks has been pivotal in the T20I setup, contributing both with bat and ball. He has scored 392 runs and taken 1 wicket in 24 T20I matches, making him a solid choice.
- Andre Russell | WI: A senior all-rounder, Russell can shift the momentum of a match with his all-around skills. He has scored 1078 runs and taken 62 wickets in 84 T20I matches, making him a key player for fantasy teams.
Top Bowlers
- Matthew Potts | ENG: Potts made his T20I debut against the West Indies, taking two wickets and looking to build on that performance.
- Alzarri Joseph | WI: Joseph has been a consistent wicket-taker for the West Indies, claiming 55 wickets in 39 T20I matches, making him a valuable asset for fantasy teams.