ENG vs PAK Dream11 Prediction & Dream11 Team Today: Match preview, Fantasy Cricket Tips for ICC Men’s T20 WC 2026 Super 8, Match 45
- Published: February 22, 2026
- Updated: February 22, 2026
- By AllCric Team
Match Preview
England and Pakistan face off in the 45th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. This PAK vs ENG Dream11 prediction becomes crucial as both teams eye semifinal qualification in Super 8 (Group 2). England began this stage with a dominant 51-run win over Sri Lanka, while Pakistan’s opening Super 8 fixture was abandoned due to rain.
For ENG vs PAK fantasy tips and ENG vs PAK match prediction, the contest appears evenly poised. England’s spinners claimed 7 of 10 wickets in their last game at this venue, but Pakistan’s stronger spin depth and ability to bowl up to 18 overs of spin could give them a slight edge on this slow surface. Looking for accurate ENG vs PAK match 45 insights with today’s prediction? Get expert analysis here.
ENG vs PAK Match Details
- Match: England vs Pakistan, Super 8 (Group 2), 45th Match
- Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2026
- Date: 24 February 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Sri Lanka
ENG vs PAK Recent Form
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England come into this clash with confidence after a strong bowling display against Sri Lanka, defending 147 comfortably. Their spin unit has adapted well to Pallekele conditions.
Pakistan qualified strongly from Group A with three wins and one defeat. Their campaign has been driven by a dominant spin attack, accounting for 26 of their 33 wickets in the tournament so far.
ENG vs PAK Pitch & Weather Report
The Pallekele surface has produced first-innings scores between 150 and 170 in this tournament. Batting is easier early on, but scoring becomes difficult once spinners operate in the middle overs. A target around 170–180 could be competitive.
Weather conditions are expected to be warm and humid with some cloud cover. There is a slight chance of scattered showers, but a full game is likely.
ENG vs PAK Probable Playing XI
England (ENG) Probable Playing 11
Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
Pakistan (PAK) Probable Playing 11
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq
Top Fantasy Picks for ENG vs PAK Match
Top Picks – England
- Jacob Bethell – 146 runs in 5 matches at a strike rate of 133
- Philip Salt – 62 runs off 40 balls in last match
- Will Jacks – 3 wickets for 22 runs in previous game
Top Picks – Pakistan
- Sahibzada Farhan – 220 runs in 4 matches at a strike rate of 164
- Usman Tariq – 8 wickets with economy rate of 5.82 in this World Cup
- Shadab Khan – Key spinner contributing to Pakistan’s 26 spin wickets
ENG vs PAK Dream11 Team Suggestion
Batters: Philip Salt (ENG), Jacob Bethell (ENG), Sahibzada Farhan (PAK), Babar Azam (PAK), Fakhar Zaman (PAK)
All-rounders: Sam Curran (ENG), Shadab Khan (PAK), Will Jacks (ENG)
Bowlers: Adil Rashid (ENG), Usman Tariq (PAK), Liam Dawson (ENG)
To build a safer fantasy team today, the PAK vs NZ match 41 and SL vs ENG match 42 dream predictions, along with fantasy tips, provide useful guidance.
ENG vs PAK Dream11 Tips
Wicketkeeper: Philip Salt (ENG)
Captain: Sahibzada Farhan (PAK) / Jacob Bethell (ENG)
Vice-captain: Shadab Khan (PAK) / Sam Curran (ENG)
PAK vs ENG Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
England have momentum after a convincing Super 8 win and their spinners looked effective at Pallekele. However, Pakistan’s spin-heavy strategy and better adaptability to slow conditions give them a slight advantage. If Pakistan’s top order provides a steady start, their bowling depth could tilt the game in their favor.
Back Pakistan as winners, but expect a closely contested match.
PAK vs ENG Match FAQs
Pakistan are slightly favored to win due to their stronger spin attack.
Jacob Bethell, Sahibzada Farhan, Shadab Khan, Philip Salt, Usman Tariq.
Sahibzada Farhan and Jacob Bethell are top Dream11 captain options.
The Pallekele pitch supports balanced contests, with spinners playing a major role in the middle overs.
Pakistan have deeper and more experienced spin options.
Philip Salt is the safest wicketkeeper choice today.