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The T20I series begins with England meeting India at Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, on 1st July at 10:00 PM IST.
Get the best ENG vs IND Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st T20I match of the India Tour of England 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Ishan Kishan – The wicketkeeper-batter has accumulated 1,341 runs in 47 T20Is at an average of 29.15, with a highest score of 103. 
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Abhishek Sharma – India’s explosive opener has scored 1,487 runs in 48 T20Is at an average of 33.04 and a record-breaking 191.62 strike rate, including 2 centuries. |
Top Picks:
Phil Salt – Salt has scored 1,717 runs in 60 T20Is at an average of 34.34 and a strike rate of 165.89, including 4 centuries. |
Jos Buttler – England’s star opener has amassed 4,037 runs in 155 T20Is, averaging 33.64 with 1 century and 28 half-centuries. |
Budget Picks:
Adil Rashid – England’s veteran leg-spinner has claimed 163 wickets in 145 T20Is, maintaining a 23.25 bowling average and 7.49 economy rate, with best figures of 4/2. |
Shreyas Iyer – Iyer has registered 1,107 runs in 53 T20Is at an average of 29.39, with 8 half-centuries to his name. |
ENG vs IND India Tour of England 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Abhishek Sharma & Ishan Kishan |
Vice-Captain | Jos Buttler & Phil Salt |
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Jos Buttler (vc), Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan
- Batsmen – Phil Salt, Abhishek Sharma ©, Harry Brook
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Will Jacks
- Bowlers – Jofra Archer, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Jos Buttler, Ishan Kishan ©
- Batsmen – Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt (vc), Abhishek Sharma
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Will Jacks
- Bowlers – Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I India Tour of England 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Jordan Cox | NA | NA |
Washington Sundar | NA | NA |
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I India Tour of England 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Abhishek Sharma |
GL Captaincy Choice | Ishan Kishan |
Punt Picks | Adil Rashid and Shreyas Iyer |
Dream11 Combination | 3-3-2-3 |
ENG vs IND Match Preview:
The 2026 India tour of England begins with the opening T20I on July 1, 2026, at the Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street. The match is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM IST and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for two of the world’s strongest T20 sides.
Both teams enter the series under new leadership, with Shreyas Iyer captaining India and Harry Brook leading England. Consequently, this three-match contest offers both sides an ideal opportunity to establish momentum and shape their combinations for the next phase of international T20 cricket.
England has assembled a well-balanced squad packed with proven match-winners and emerging talent. Under Harry Brook’s leadership, the hosts will rely on the experience of Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Sam Curran, while exciting youngsters such as Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, and Jordan Cox add further depth to the lineup.
Meanwhile, India arrives with a refreshed squad determined to bounce back after a 2-0 T20I series defeat against Ireland. Led by Shreyas Iyer, the visitors will depend on experienced performers like Sanju Samson, Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, and Arshdeep Singh to guide the team. In addition, teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could make his much-anticipated international debut, making him one of the biggest attractions of the series.
The opening T20I also carries added significance after England’s heartbreaking seven-run defeat to India in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semifinal. Therefore, the hosts will be eager to settle the score on home soil, while India will aim to rediscover its rhythm under a new leadership group.
With explosive batting lineups, world-class bowling attacks, and several rising stars ready to make their mark, fans can expect a thrilling contest as England and India launch another captivating T20I rivalry.
ENG vs IND Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
England | 12 |
India | 18 |
ENG vs IND Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 28°C |
Weather Forecast | Overcast |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 160 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 58% |
ENG vs IND Playing 11s (Predicted):
England Playing 11:
1) Jos Buttler (wk)
2) Phil Salt
3) Jacob Bethell
4) Harry Brook ©
5) Tom Banton
6) Will Jacks
7) Sam Curran
8) Jofra Archer
9) Liam Dawson
10) Adil Rashid
11) Josh Tongue
India Playing 11:
1) Ishan Kishan (wk)
2) Abhishek Sharma
3) Sanju Samson
4) Shreyas Iyer ©
5) Tilak Varma
6) Shivam Dube
7) Axar Patel
8) Harshit Rana
9) Ravi Bishnoi
10) Arshdeep Singh
11) Varun Chakaravarthy
ENG vs IND Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the squad strength, England is expected to win this match.
