Dream11 Prediction: IND vs ENG - Key Insights, Top Picks, and Winning Strategies

KEY MATCH INSIGHTS: IND vs ENG

Date: 22nd January
Time: 07:00 PM

WIN PROBABILITY

India is entering this match with a 59% chance of winning, showcasing their recent form and performance in similar conditions. On the other hand, England has a 41% chance, indicating that while they may not be the favorites, they cannot be underestimated.

GROUND CONDITIONS

Last 5 T20 Matches:

• Average Score: The pitch at Eden Gardens has an average score of 148, suggesting it’s slightly bowler-friendly.

• Wickets Taken: Bowlers tend to get 6 wickets on average per inning.

• Scoring Pattern: Low scores (<140) have occurred 4 times, moderate scores (140-180) twice, and high scores (180+) another 4 times. This indicates a pitch with variable behavior depending on conditions and execution.

Toss Trends:
At this venue, teams prefer to chase, as seen from the fact that 60% of toss-winning teams have opted to bowl first. Furthermore, chasing teams have won 70% of matches, making it a favorable strategy.

Pitch Trends:

• Batting vs Bowling: Bowlers have an edge, contributing to 52% of fantasy points compared to 48% for batters.

• Pace vs Spin: The pacers are more effective, accounting for 59% of bowling points, while spinners provide 41%.

SUGGESTED PLAYERS

For bowlers, Varun Chakravarthy (Right Arm Leg Spinner) is a key pick due to his ability to extract spin on this pitch. Similarly, Arshdeep Singh (Left Arm Medium Pacer) can use his swing and accuracy effectively, especially in power plays and death overs.

In the batting lineup, expect strong performances from players like Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma for India, and Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone for England.

TOP PLAYERS

Batting First:
When it comes to setting a target, Tilak Varma has been exceptional, scoring 111 points on average in the last 5 games. Similarly, Sanju Samson has been consistent with 106 points in such scenarios.

Chasing:
Chasing has been England's strength, with Liam Livingstone scoring 90 points on average and contributing both with bat and ball. Saqib Mahmood, a medium pacer, has been effective too, scoring 66 points.

H2H Performers:
In recent India-England clashes, Hardik Pandya has been a standout player, averaging 93 points with his all-round contributions. Suryakumar Yadav, known for his explosive batting, follows with 74 points.

Venue Performers:
Eden Gardens has been a productive ground for players like Harry Brook, who averages a phenomenal 144 points, and Jos Buttler, who has scored 95 points here in recent games.

PLAYERS WITH X FACTOR

Some players have the ability to change the game single-handedly. Hardik Pandya has recently shown exceptional form and can deliver with both bat and ball. For England, Jacob Bethell is an emerging talent who could surprise with his performances. Suryakumar Yadav also has the capability to score big fantasy points if he gets going.

POWER PLAY INSIGHTS

In the first six overs, Philip Salt stands out with an average of 40 fantasy points, making him a dependable choice for England at the top of the order. Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson are also effective powerplay batters, both averaging around 27 points.

On the bowling side, Saqib Mahmood shines with an average of 44.8 points in the powerplay, using his ability to swing the new ball. Arshdeep Singh follows closely, scoring 42.2 points, making him a reliable choice for India.

DEATH OVERS INSIGHTS

In the last 4 overs, bowlers like Gus Atkinson and Ravi Singh excel, averaging 58 and 56 points, respectively. Their ability to pick wickets in crucial moments can make or break the game for their teams.

TEAM RANKINGS AND FORM

• India’s Form: India has been in solid form recently, winning 4 of their last 5 games, with only one loss.

• England’s Form: England has been inconsistent, winning 3 games but losing 2 in their last 5 outings.

• Head-to-Head: In their last 5 encounters, India has won 3, while England has claimed 2 victories.

When batting first, India has shown dominance with 4 wins out of 5. However, England is a strong chaser, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches when chasing.

VENUE & PITCH REPORT

Eden Gardens Overview:
This ground has 64m square boundaries and 71m straight boundaries, favoring batsmen with shorter boundaries. Pacers have performed better than spinners here, earning 15 fantasy points per over compared to spinners' 10.2 points per over.

Teams batting first have a better chance of winning (60%) compared to teams chasing (40%). It’s advisable to pick more players from the team batting first, given the pitch dynamics.

This detailed analysis should provide you with all the insights needed for making informed fantasy cricket decisions!