Cricket Prediction | England vs Scotland | T20 WC | 6th Match | June 04 – Can ENG Secure a Simple Victory Over SCOT?

ENG vs SCOT Match Analysis

On Tuesday, June 4, the historic Kensington Oval in Barbados will host Match No. 6 of the T20 World Cup, featuring a thrilling contest between England and Scotland.

England, one of the strongest teams in the tournament, boasts a deep lineup of explosive batsmen and versatile bowlers. Their team, which is led by an experienced captain, is made up of some of the best T20 players on the planet renowned for playing in an aggressive manner.

Scotland, often seen as the underdog, has consistently demonstrated their ability to punch above their weight in international cricket. With a mix of experienced campaigners and promising young talent, Scotland will be keen to prove their mettle against a formidable opponent.

ENG vs. SCOT Team Preview & Squads

England

The team is coached by Chris Silverwood, a former England cricketer who brings a wealth of experience and tactical nous to the coaching setup. Silverwood’s emphasis on building a cohesive team culture

The reigning champions, England, will once more rely on their aggressive brand of cricket that has proven highly effective in limited-overs formats. Buttler’s blistering centuries and Archer’s lethal bowling spells have been the highlights of England’s victories, including commanding wins over India and Australia.

The addition of pace ace Jofra Archer back into the squad significantly boosts their lineup, ensuring that all crucial aspects of their game are well-addressed.

The England cricket team is led by Jos Butler, a seasoned campaigner renowned for his astute leadership and aggressive batting style.

England Squad

England Squad

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (c), Will Jacks, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Chris Jordan, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Reece Topley, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Mark Wood

Scotland

Richie Berrington’s Scotland boasts a roster with considerable global T20 experience, which they will aim to leverage in their group matches in the West Indies. The Scots take pride in their cricketing heritage, which is highlighted by their memorable ODI victory over England in 2018.

The upcoming clash on June 4 in Barbados marks their first encounter in the T20I format, and Berrington’s team would be thrilled to replicate that historic triumph, setting the tone for their campaign with a perfect start.

Under the guidance of head coach Shane Burger, the Scotland team has made significant strides in their T20 cricket journey.

Scotland’s lineup features key players like George Munsey, an explosive opener capable of dismantling any bowling attack with his aggressive stroke play. Alongside him, Mark Watt’s left-arm spin provides a crucial wicket-taking option in the middle overs.

Scotland Squad

Scotland Squad

George Munsey, Charlie Tear, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Chris Sole, Brad Wheal, Bradley Currie, Jack Jarvis, Safyaan Sharif, Ollie Hairs, Michael Jones, 

ENG vs. SCOT outfield report

Kensington Oval, Bridgetown

The Kensington Oval pitch is known for its favorable batting surface, the pitch provides good bounce and carry, making it ideal for scoring big runs, especially in the first innings. Early in the match, fast bowlers can exploit the bounce and swing, but as the pitch wears down, it tends to favor spin bowlers

The forecast for the match includes partly cloudy skies with occasional showers expected. Temperatures will fluctuate between 27°C and 30°C.

Teams batting first winning 16 matches (a 66.67% win rate). Teams batting second have won 7 matches, with a 29.1% win rate. The average first-innings score is 156, while the average second-innings score drops to 122 as spin bowlers become more effective.

ENG vs SCOT Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

England has emerged victorious in five of the previous five T20 encounters against Scotland, experiencing just one defeat and maintaining an average score of 155.4 runs per match.

England vs Scotland Prediction

Winning the toss

• England

Player of the Match

• England – Jos Butler

Most runs

• England – Jos Butler
• Scotland –  George Munsey

Most wickets

• England – Jofra Archer
• Scotland – Chris Sole

Most sixes

• England – Jos butler
• Scotland – George Munsey

Team Scores Batting First

• England – 200+
• Scotland – 150+

According to cricket analysts, England has a 79.5% chance of winning.

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