England vs. India: T20 World Cup Semi-Final Preview

Match Details

- Teams: England vs. India, 2nd semi-final

- Location: Guyana

- Date: June 27, 10.30 am local time

Big Picture

England seeks redemption from their 2015 World Cup humiliation in Adelaide, having since transformed into a formidable force, capturing concurrent 50 and 20-over World Cups. Their journey in the Caribbean, though mixed, includes dominant wins over Associate teams. India's loss to England in the 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final was a turning point, driving a revamped approach. This semi-final serves as a critical test of India's evolved strategy and their decade-long ICC title drought. For England, overcoming their recent skittish performances and capitalising on their knockout experience is crucial.

Form Guide

- India: WWWWW (last five T20Is)

- England: WLWWW

In the Spotlight

- Captains: Rohit Sharma and Jos Buttler

- Bowlers: Adil Rashid and Kuldeep Yadav

Team News

India is expected to maintain their spin-heavy lineup, with Hardik Pandya's form as the third seamer offering flexibility. England might adjust their lineup to favour more spin, possibly including Tom Hartley or Ben Duckett for additional batting strength.

Conditions

Guyana has proven challenging for run-scoring, favouring spin, with a run rate of 6.20 and an average of 14.67. No reserve day is scheduled, but extra time is available to ensure a minimum of 10 overs per side. If washed out, India advances to the final due to their Super Eight group performance.

Stats and Trivia

- England lost their only previous T20I at Providence Stadium in Guyana against the West Indies in 2010 but went on to win the title.

- India leads the head-to-head T20I record against England with 12 wins to 11 losses.

- Rohit Sharma recently surpassed Virat Kohli as the top run-scorer in T20Is.

This semi-final promises to be a compelling contest, reflecting the evolved strategies and intense preparations of both teams.