England will face Pakistan in the inaugural fixture of a four-match T20I series on Wednesday, May 22. The encounter will take place at the Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds.
This series is crucial for both heavyweights in limited-overs cricket as they gear up for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, set to take place next month in the USA and the West Indies.
T20I Stats and Records at Headingley Cricket Ground:
- Total matches: 2
- Matches won batting first: 2
- Matches won bowling first: 0
- Average 1st Inns scores: 188
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 148
- Highest total recorded: 200 (19.5 Overs) by England vs Pakistan
- Lowest total recorded: 176/10 (20 Overs) by England Women vs Pakistan Women
- Lowest score defended: 176/10 (20 Overs) by England Women vs Pakistan Women
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ENG vs PAK: Headingley Cricket Ground Pitch Report
The Headingley Cricket Ground boasts a fast pitch with notable pace and bounce, especially in the early overs. This characteristic allows the ball to move significantly, giving fast bowlers an excellent opportunity to capitalize on the conditions at the start.
As the match progresses, the pitch becomes more advantageous for batters, with less assistance for spinners. However, in the second innings, the pitch typically dries out, providing spinners with more influence. Winning the toss and choosing to bat is a wise decision at this venue.
ENG vs PAK: Leeds Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Wednesday in Leeds suggests a 41% chance of rain. The temperature will be chilly at 13 degrees Celsius, and the humidity is expected to be high at 95%, resulting in a muggy day. Additionally, winds will blow at 13 kmph, which could affect outdoor activities and contribute to the overall dampness
ENG vs PAK: Probable Playing XI, 1st T20I
England: Jos Buttler (c), Phil Salt (wk), Will Jacks, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood, Reece Topley
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam (c), Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Azam Khan (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir