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The second T20I of the five-match series between England and India is set to be played at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM IST.
Get the best ENG vs IND Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd 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:
Abhishek Sharma – Produced a sensational start to the series, smashing 59 runs off just 24 balls, including 6 fours and 4 sixes, giving India explosive momentum in the powerplay before rain halted the contest. 
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Ishan Kishan – Endured an unfortunate outing, getting run out for 0 off 2 balls, and will be eager to make a stronger impact in the remaining matches of the series. |
Top Picks:
Sam Curran – Delivered a disciplined spell with the ball, returning 1/25 in 3 overs and helping England keep India’s scoring under control during the middle overs. |
Jos Buttler – Did not get an opportunity to bat as England’s innings never began due to persistent rain after India’s total of 189/7. |
Budget Picks:
Axar Patel – Scored 3 runs off 4 deliveries and will look to make a greater all-round impact as the five-match series progresses. |
Adil Rashid – The experienced leg-spinner claimed 1 wicket for 39 runs in his 4 overs, providing an important breakthrough despite India’s aggressive batting display. |
ENG vs IND India Tour of England 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Abhishek Sharma & Ishan Kishan |
Vice-Captain | Jos Buttler & Sam Curran |
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Jos Buttler (vc), Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan
- Batsmen – Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt, Abhishek Sharma ©, Harry Brook
- All-rounders – Sam Curran, Shivam Dube, Will Jacks
- Bowlers – Harshit Rana
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan ©
- Batsmen – Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt, Abhishek Sharma, Harry Brook
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Sam Curran (vc), Shivam Dube
- Bowlers – Adil Rashid
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I India Tour of England 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Suryansh Shedge | NA | NA |
Rehan Ahmed | NA | NA |
ENG vs IND Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I India Tour of England 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Abhishek Sharma |
GL Captaincy Choice | Ishan Kishan |
Punt Picks | Adil Rashid and Axar Patel |
Dream11 Combination | 3-4-3-1 |
ENG vs IND Match Preview:
The second T20I of the five-match series between England and India will take place on 4th July 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester, with the match scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST. Following a rain-affected opening encounter, both teams will look to make a strong statement in this crucial fixture. While India aims to build on its impressive batting display from the first match, England will be eager to capitalize on home conditions and gain the upper hand in the series.
The opening T20I at Chester-le-Street ended in no result after persistent rain prevented England from beginning their chase. Earlier, India elected to bat first and recovered brilliantly from an early setback to post a competitive 189/7 in 20 overs.
After losing Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan with just 6 runs on the scoreboard, Shreyas Iyer steadied the innings with a superb 68 off 47 balls, while Abhishek Sharma counterattacked with a blistering 59 off 24 deliveries. Thereafter, Shivam Dube provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 42 off 21 balls, lifting India to a formidable total. For England, Saqib Mahmood impressed with the ball, returning figures of 3/33.
With the series still level, both teams will approach the second T20I with renewed determination. India will look to carry forward the confidence gained from its batting performance and convert it into a victory, whereas England will aim to respond with a stronger all-round display after being denied the opportunity to chase in the series opener. Consequently, fans can expect another thrilling contest as two of the world’s leading T20 sides battle for an early advantage in the five-match series.
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) Phil Salt
2) Jos Buttler (wk)
3) Harry Brook ©
4) Jacob Bethell
5) Tom Banton
6) Sam Curran
7) Will Jacks
8) Liam Dawson
9) Jofra Archer
10) Adil Rashid
11) Saqib Mahmood
India Playing 11:
1) Sanju Samson (wk)
2) Abhishek Sharma
3) Ishan Kishan
4) Shreyas Iyer ©
5) Tilak Varma
6) Shivam Dube
7) Axar Patel
8) Ravi Bishnoi
9) Harshit Rana
10) Arshdeep Singh
11) Varun Chakaravarthy
ENG vs IND Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the squad strength, England is expected to win this match.
