The England Cricket Team is in red hot form. The pangs of their form were felt by the Dutch bowlers. The English team trashed the men in orange like they were playing against a club-level team. The pitches did favor good batting but the game on display was elite. The ?<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/england-break-their-own-record-for-highest-odi-score-against-netherlands-scores-498/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/england-break-their-own-record-for-highest-odi-score-against-netherlands-scores-498/" rel="noreferrer noopener">ALL-OUT ATTACK</a>? approach of the England team has caused this revolutionary change. Under the leadership of Eoin Morgan and the management of Trevor Bayliss, the team is looking solid. So, what are their chances at the T20 World Cup 2022? What is the expected English squad? Here is an in-depth look:?



<h2>Schedule of the England Cricket Team for the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date&nbsp;</td><td>Match Between&nbsp;</td><td>Day&nbsp;</td><td>Time&nbsp;</td><td>Stadium&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>22nd October 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>England VS Afghanistan&nbsp;</td><td>Saturday&nbsp;</td><td>19:00hrs&nbsp;Australian Local Time&nbsp;</td><td>Perth Stadium, Perth&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>26th October 2022&nbsp;</td><td>England VS Group B Runner UP&nbsp;</td><td>Wednesday&nbsp;</td><td>15:00hrs&nbsp;Australian Local Time&nbsp;</td><td>Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>28th October 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>England VS Australia&nbsp;</td><td>Friday&nbsp;</td><td>19:00hrs&nbsp;Australian Local Time&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>1st November 2022&nbsp;</td><td>England VS New Zealand&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>Tuesday&nbsp;</td><td>18:00hrs&nbsp;Australian Local Time&nbsp;</td><td>The Gabba, Brisbane&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>5th November 2022&nbsp;</td><td>England VS Group A Runner Up&nbsp;</td><td>Saturday&nbsp;</td><td>19:00hrs&nbsp;Australian Local Time&nbsp;</td><td>Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>Expected England Cricket Team for the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



<h2>1) Jonny Bairstow:&nbsp;</h2>



<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/sunrisers-hyderabad-ropes-in-sherfane-rutherford-as-jonny-bairstows-replacement/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/sunrisers-hyderabad-ropes-in-sherfane-rutherford-as-jonny-bairstows-replacement/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jonny Bairstow</a> is expected to join the Brits on their tour to Australia. Bairstow is one of the finest white-ball batters. He has been timing the ball exceptionally well. He has a good game against the pacers as well. His pull shots and cut shots are a treat to watch. When Jonny is on the song, he takes the game away single-handedly. He also happens to love it when the ball comes on the bat. The Australian pitches are ideal for players like him.??



<h2>2) Jos Butler will play for the England Cricket Team:?</h2>



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<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-10-batters-of-the-tata-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-10-batters-of-the-tata-ipl-2022/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jos Butler</a> is the top-white ball batter at the moment. He is coming from an elite IPL season. He trashed almost every bowler in TATA IPL 2022. Butler has been timing and placing the ball precisely. He is a complete T20 package. His wrath and power were also felt by the Dutch bowlers. Butler slammed the fastest hundred by an Englishman against the Dutch. He scored it in 42 balls. He hits the ball a long mile but it is not power hitting. It is pure class.?



<h2>3) Dawid Malan:&nbsp;</h2>



Dawid Malan is one of the most under-rated batters in T20 cricket. The ICC panel does rate him very highly but he remains under the radar. He is not very flamboyant on the field but gets the job done. He has a good game against spin. The same will come in handy when the leg-spinners will bow the middle-overs. He moves the game around in the central phase. He makes sure that he scores at more than run-a-ball and that the other batters around him can flawlessly play their strokes. He gives free space to the strikers like Butler, Livingstone, and Moeen.??



<h2>4) Liam Livingstone will play for the England Cricket Team:?</h2>



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Liam Livingstone is my player to watch out for at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022. He is the most in-demand cricketer across the globe. He does every job on the field. From leg-spin to off-spin to pinch-hitting, Liam does it all. Add to it, his energy on the field. He keeps the environment alive. A joyous individual, Liam is a complete team man. He can be a big threat to the left-handers when he starts bowling off-spin in the powerplay overs. He can bowl in tandem with Moeen.??



<h2>5) Ben Stokes will play for the England Cricket Team:?</h2>



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Ben Stokes is my player for the big matches. He might not win you the games in the initial stages but it is ?Cometh the hour, cometh the man?. He stands alone and fights alone in every crunch situation. When everything is going downhill, Ben makes a fightback and inspires the team. His commitment to the game is unmatched. He gives you a balanced middle-order batting option and 2 to 3 overs of pace every game. He is very well-known for his next-to-impossible catches.??



<h2>6) Eoin Morgan:&nbsp;</h2>



The man behind the tactical masterstroke, Eoin Morgan will lead the England team at the ICC T20 World Cup in 2022. Morgan made sure that the England team gets a revamp after their failure at the ICC ODI World Cup 2015. He caused the change in ideology and asked all the batters to play freely without fearing about losing their wicket. Eoin himself hasn?t got a very big score with the bat in recent times. &nbsp;



But on his day, Morgan takes the game away. Being a left-hander gives him the added edge. He is also a strong tactician on the pitch. He makes effective use of his bowling options. When things go wrong and nothing is in place, it will be Morgan?s turn to come to the top. &nbsp;



<h2>7) Moeen Ali will play for the England Cricket Team:?</h2>



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Moeen Ali is another big-ticket white ball player on this planet. Moeen recently announced his wish to once again play Test Cricket for England. So, it is expected that he will come out of retirement and play for them as well. Moeen is also left-handed and gives the pure right-handed option as a bowler. &nbsp;



He will be a big threat to players such as QDK, Ishan Kishan, or any other left-hander. Ali can give 2 overs in the powerplay as well. He can be floated at number 3 if Dawid Malan is not very comfortable. He can be used as a finisher too. ?He is a complete package for the England Cricket Team. 



<h2>8) Chris Woakes:?</h2>



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Chris Woakes and his contributions slip under the radar due to the limelight of Ben Stokes. But his performances are almost equivalent to Ben's. He does wonders with the ball in powerplay overs. The Australian conditions are very ideal for Woakes as he can make use of the breeze to swing the ball. It is said that a few bowlers have swung in their arms and that is exactly the case with Woakes. The added dimensions of his game are his batting and his fielding. Woakes can easily bat number 8 in any T20 team on the globe. ?



<h2>9) Chris Jordan:&nbsp;</h2>



From one Chris on to another. Jordan has to be picked for the experience that he brings. Jordan has been associated with the top teams across the globe. He has played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL. This season, he was associated with the Chennai Super Kings. Jordan has been in the cricketing circuit since 2015 and has a truck-load of experience. He will effectively take care of death bowling. ?



<h2>10) Jofra Archer might play for the England Cricket Team:?</h2>



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Jofra Archer and his availability can do wonders for the Englishmen. If Jofra is available, England has a big chance. They will be coming in as the best team to win. Jofra just fits in the team?s balance and ticks all the boxes. Archer is very well known for his express pace and those laser-guided yorkers at the death. He can also bowl in the powerplay. ?



Jofra can bat as well. Previously franchises have used him as a floater for pinch-hitting. He can be used to float the run rate upwards. He is also electric on the field. The major concern is injury management in his case. If the Brits can keep him fit, he can do wonders for the team. ?



<h2>11) Adil Rashid will play for the England Cricket Team:&nbsp;</h2>



Adil Rashid is one of the best leg-spinners in the world. It is a pity that he didn?t receive an IPL contract in the TATA IPL 2022 season. He had a lot to offer to any team that would pick him. He is a wizard. Rashid turns the ball square on pitches that have limited to offer for the spinners. He helped the Englishmen beat the Caribbean Kings in the ICC T20 World Cup 2021. He makes use of flight and decent pace to deceive the batter. ?



12) Mark Wood (Back-Up Fast Bowler)&nbsp;



13) Jason Roy (Back-Up Opener)&nbsp;



14) James Vince/Philip Salt (Back-Up Middle Order)&nbsp;



15) Sam Curran/Tom Curran (Back-Up Finisher/All-Rounder)?



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England Cricket Team: ICC T20 World Cup 2022, Best Playing XI, Squad, Schedule, Venues, Timings, Predictions.&nbsp;

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The England Test Team blew the New Zealand Cricket Team away in the 3-Match Test Series. The team played exceptionally well with the bat. The focus point was that the England test Team played aggressive cricket with the bat. Off-late under the captaincy of Joe Root, the England team was struggling. They were struggling so bad that they were placed at the bottom of the WTC Table for quite some time. But we have seen the England team getting revamped after the 2015 World Cup. Is this story of the red-ball team something similar? Here is an in-depth look at the same:&nbsp;



<h2>Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum Will Revamp England Test Team:&nbsp;</h2>



Here is a look at the recent on-field activities of the England Cricket Team:&nbsp;



<ol><li>Chased 115 runs in 15 overs to win the 3rd Test Match VS New Zealand.&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="2"><li>Chased almost 300 runs on the 5th Day of the 2nd Test Match.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Jonny Bairstow scored a hundred in 69 balls.&nbsp;</li><li>Ben Stokes Played at a strike rate of 112.&nbsp;</li><li>England Test Team has consistently played 5 bowlers in the team, showing attacking intent to bowl out the opposition.&nbsp;</li></ol>



The main aim of Brendon McCullum associating with the England Test Team was to give them a new approach in the red-ball format. The English men were battered and bruised after the beating they got at the hands of India in India and at home as well. Next up was the Ashes series. Joe Root and Chris Silverwood stepped down from the positions of management. And Ben Stokes was appointed as the new captain. Brendon McCullum was appointed as head coach.&nbsp;



<h2>Brendon McCullum Believes in Slam Bang Cricket:</h2>



There are only a few players that believe or believed in the slam-bang approach of cricket. When we look at the past, we find Sanath Jayasuriya, Virender Sehwag, Brendon McCullum, and Shane Warne. Warnie could go for runs but in the end, he would take the wickets of those balls as well. McCullum showed us the true meaning of the word attack in the 2015 world cup! One can never forget that!



&nbsp;The slam-bang approach is nothing but an all-out attack approach. In simple terms means that the batters attack from ball one. They play to tear the ball apart. They either hit the ball out of the park or themselves get out. The bowlers, on the other hand, go for runs but are always attacking.



So, for bowlers, let us take an example. Stuart Broad will get hit for cover drives but will never bowl on the short of good length because that will reduce his chance to get a nick of the batter. Adil Rashid can be taken for runs but he will always flight the ball. So, be it the batters or the bowlers, the attacking approach will always be there.&nbsp;



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England Test Team: Beginning of a New Era in Test Cricket in 2022.

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Since his inclusion in England?s provisional 15-man squad for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, the name of Dawid Malan has been very prominent in the media, with plenty criticising his place in the squad.



Following the naming of the&nbsp;squad, Malan has been under fire from ex-players turned pundits and cricket writers, who have expressed their surprise at his inclusion, given the extensive list of white ball talent England now possesses that didn?t make the squad. But why, given Malan?s form in an England shirt?



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">England is one of the favourites to win the 2023 Cricket World Cup</h2>



On the one hand, the criticism is coming from a good place. England is one of the best ODI sides in the world, and has a great chance of winning the World Cup. The bookmakers make England the second favourites after India, who are 2/1 to win the competition on home soil. In the latest <a href="https://www.paddypower.com/bet">sports betting</a>, England is 11/4 to win the World Cup for the second time. Those odds are fractional, a <a href="https://news.paddypower.com/bet-calculator/">betting calculator</a> can work out what those odds mean in decimal points if that's what you prefer.



So with England in with a great chance of retaining the World Cup, it?s easy to see why some question the inclusion of any player, not just Malan, who they feel may hamper England?s chances of winning.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Statistics back up Malan?s inclusion</h2>



Dawid Malan has the statistics to back up <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk/news/3635693/england-men-name-squad-set-for-icc-mens-cricket-world-cup-2023">his inclusion</a>. In the last three years, Malan has averaged 57.3 for England in ODIs. The only player that can come close to him is Jonny Bairstow at 47.9, nearly ten runs behind.



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His overall ODI average is 54.92. That?s better than captain Jos Buttler at 41.49, Jonny Bairstow at 46.58, Jason Roy at 39.91, and Joe Root at 50.05. Going against Malan is a strike rate of 93.09. Only Joe Root has a lower one (86.93), yet no one questions his position in the team.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is it because Malan isn?t a Marquee name?</h2>



So what is it with Dawid Malan? He seems to divide opinion, and it?s fairly clear his face doesn?t fit with some in the game.



Malan recently referred to his omission from the Trent Rockets team in The Hundred. He was quick to point out that he had four bad scores, and <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/aug/31/dawid-malan-hits-out-at-nonsense-decision-to-drop-him-from-the-hundred-cricket">was dropped</a>. But he wasn?t the only one. Alex Hales and Joe Root struggled at times in the competition, and neither of those two players were dropped.



Root was promoted up the order to open in Malan?s place. And over the past few years of white ball cricket, it?s pretty obvious that Malan is a better opener in limited-overs matches than Root is.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Malan?s place is justified</h2>



Malan?s average tells us all we need to know about his inclusion. His strike rate may not be as good as those of Buttler, Bairstow, and Roy, but it?s better than Joe Root?s, who bats at three or four.



Malan is versatile, he can open the innings or come in first wicket down. He can play two different types of innings, attacking, and the more cautious type, often needed in a tight scoring game.



The arguments against him simply don?t stack up. And this is why England continues to pick him.

Why does Dawid Malan?s England World Cup squad inclusion divide opinion?

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Defending champions England have made a big call ahead of the 2023 Cricket World Cup by leaving opening batsman Jason Roy out of their squad. He was a big part of their success four years ago when they lifted the trophy for the first time at Lord?s.



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Roy was initially named in Jos Buttler?s squad, but he was unable to play any of England?s warm-up matches for the World Cup due to back spasms. Although he deemed himself fit for the tournament in India, England opted to remove him from the squad and him the opportunity to be on their reserve list.



The 33-year-old has played 116 ODIs for England, scoring 4,271 runs and averaging an impressive 39.91. His top score of 180 was England?s highest innings in ODI cricket until Ben Stokes broke that record against New Zealand at the Oval earlier this year.



Roy ended his incremental contract with the ECB back in May to play in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/65711625">new franchise league in the United States</a>, Major League Cricket. This latest decision by England means he may now have played his final game for his country.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Harry Brook Proved Himself in the New Zealand Series</h2>



The absence of Roy has left space for Brook to feature at the World Cup. The Yorkshire player has been one of England?s most exciting batsmen in all three formats of the game over the last 12 months. He showed his quality at the T20 World Cup in 2022 and during the Ashes against Australia last summer.



Brook has only played five ODIs in his career so far, but he has plenty of white-ball experience. He scored 238 runs during The Hundred in 2023, the third highest in the tournament, including a century, while he has also played IPL cricket in India for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.



One of the reasons England decided to go with Brook over Roy is his versatility to bat anywhere between one and six in the team. He opened the batting for Hyderabad at the 2023 IPL, while he has shown for England, he can come into the crease at the back end of an innings and score some valuable runs quickly.



With Brook now in the squad, as of September 26, England is second best at +300 in?the <a href="https://betway.com/en/sports/cat/cricket">cricket betting for the World Cup</a>. They have only hosts India ahead of them in the outright market.?



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ben Stokes Comes Out of Retirement</h2>



England Test captain Stokes made a U-turn on his retirement from ODI cricket during the summer to play in the 2023 Cricket World Cup.&nbsp;He will feature in the ODI tournament&nbsp;as a specialist batsman, as his knee injury restricts him from bowling as an all-rounder.



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In his opening series back in the ODI team, Stokes showed his worth in that recording-breaking 182-run innings&nbsp;against the Kiwis. He hit 15 fours and nine sixes, with his runs scoring from just 124 balls.&nbsp;&nbsp;



As well as being a talented batsman, Stokes? experience is going to prove invaluable for the defending champions. He was part of the team which lifted the trophy in 2019 and he has been a key figure in all three England teams since making his debut in 2011. The big-hitting batsman will be doing all he can to help his side overcome the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-team-ranking-updated-after-ind-vs-aus-india-on-top-full-icc-mens-odi-team-standings/" data-type="post" data-id="120068">number one-ranked team in the world</a>, India, and their other rivals in the competition.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Comfortable New Zealand Series Win</h2>



England head to India in good form following&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/cricket/malan-ton-leads-england-series-victory-over-nz-2023-09-15/">their 3-1 series win against New Zealand</a>. After losing the opening game of that four-match series in Cardiff, wins followed at the Rose Bowl, the Oval, and Lord?s. The home team showed exactly why they are one of the leading contenders for the trophy at the World Cup.



Dawid Malan was the leading runscorer in the series against the Kiwis with 277 runs, and he showed that he can open the batting successfully in the team alongside Jonny Bairstow. The highlight for the 35-year-old was his century at Lord?s in the fourth ODI.



Buttler?s side will face India and Bangladesh in warm-up matches, before they feature in the opening game of the Cricket World Cup against New Zealand on October 5. That will be&nbsp;<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/2023-cricket-world-cup-schedule/">the first of 48 matches in India</a>.



If England can defend their trophy in this year?s edition of the leading tournament in cricket, they will become the first team to win back-to-back renewals since Australia managed that feat in 2007.

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England Make Big Call to Leave Jason Roy Out of World Cup Squad

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England has announced their T20I and ODI squads for the 2024 series against Australia. Jos Buttler will captain both teams. England's T20i and ODI squad Vs Australia:



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England's T20i squad: Buttler (C), Archer, Rashid, Jacks, Livingstone, Salt, Topley, Jacob Bethell, Carse, Cox, Curran, Josh Hull, Mahmood, Mousley and John Turner. 



England's ODI Squad: Buttler (C), Archer, Atkinson, Bethell, Brook, Carse, Duckett, Hull, Jacks, Potts, Rashid, Salt, Jamie Smith, Topley and Turner.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Australia Tour of England 2024 Full Schedule</h3>



T20I Series:



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<li>1st T20I - Wed, 11 Sep 2024 Location: The Rose Bowl, Southampton Time: 11:00 PM / 5:30 PM (GMT) / 6:30 PM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>2nd T20I - Fri, 13 Sep 2024 Location: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff Time: 11:00 PM / 5:30 PM (GMT) / 6:30 PM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>3rd T20I - Sun, 15 Sep 2024 Location: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester Time: 11:00 PM / 5:30 PM (GMT) / 6:30 PM (LOCAL)</li>
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ODI Series:



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<li>1st ODI - Thu, 19 Sep 2024 Location: Trent Bridge, Nottingham Time: 3:30 PM / 10:00 AM (GMT) / 11:00 AM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>2nd ODI - Sat, 21 Sep 2024 Location: Headingley, Leeds Time: 6:30 PM / 1:00 PM (GMT) / 2:00 PM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>3rd ODI - Tue, 24 Sep 2024 Location: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street Time: 3:30 PM / 10:00 AM (GMT) / 11:00 AM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>4th ODI - Fri, 27 Sep 2024 Location: Lord's, London Time: 6:30 PM / 1:00 PM (GMT) / 2:00 PM (LOCAL)</li>



<li>5th ODI - Sun, 29 Sep 2024 Location: County Ground, Bristol Time: 3:30 PM / 10:00 AM (GMT) / 11:00 AM (LOCAL)</li>
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England Announces T20I and ODI Squad for Australia Tour of England 2024

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England?s Star-Batter Joe Root scripted history on Wednesday, 9th of October as he became England's Leading Run-Getter in the longest format of the game. The 33-year-old broke the record of former-skipper Alastair Cook. Cook, who featured in 161 Test-Matches for the Three Lions, managed to amass 12,472 runs at an average of 45.4.



Root, who is taking part in his 147th Test-Match for the Ollie-Pope led team in Multan versus Pakistan, has scored 12,473 runs so far. The right hander needed to score 71 runs to surpass Cook and he did just that as he achieved the feat in the first inning of the first Test-Match versus Pakistan.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top 5 Run-Getters for England in Test-Cricket</h2>



1 . Joe Root - 12,474* runs



2. Alastair Cook - 12,472 runs



3. Graham Gooch - 8,900 runs



4. Alec Stewart - 8,463 runs



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<li>5. David Gower - 8,231 runs</li>
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By shattering Cook's record, Joe has also become the 5th highest run-scorer in the history of the longest format of the game. India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar holds the record of the highest run scorer in the five-day format with 15,291 runs next to his name in 200 Test-Matches. He is followed by Australia?s former captain Ricky Ponting (13, 378 runs), South African All-Rounder Jacques Kallis (13, 289 runs) and Rahul Dravid of India (13, 288 runs).



Earlier on Tuesday, 8th of October, during the 2nd days's play of the first Test-Match between Pakistan and England, Root scripted yet another record as he became the first player to amass 5000 runs in WTC (ICC World Test Championship).



The former England skipper is the all-time leading run-getter in the history of WTC and he also holds the records of playing the highest number of matches and scoring the highest number of centuries in the history of the competition.



The star-batsman, who is currently the number one ranked Test Batter, would be looking to convert this good-start into a big knock and help his side crush Pakistan?s hopes of taking a huge-lead in the 1st inning.



Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-ban-indian-t20i-skipper-suryakumar-yadav-is-only-39-runs-behind-breaking-veteran-virat-kohlis-record-in-t20is/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-ban-indian-t20i-skipper-suryakumar-yadav-is-only-39-runs-behind-breaking-veteran-virat-kohlis-record-in-t20is/">IND vs BAN: Indian T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav is only 39 runs behind breaking veteran Virat Kohli?s record in T20Is</a>



For more information, visit the official websites of <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/index">ICC</a> and <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk/video/4145205/england-mens-leading-test-run-scorer--joe-root">England Cricket</a>

Joe Root surpasses Alastair Cook to Become Leading Run-Getter for England in Test-Cricket

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Pakistan vs England: In what proves to be an interesting development, Pakistan?s Cricket Governing-Body, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have planned to prepare are spin-friendly surface for the forthcoming 3rd Test-Match versus England in the city of Rawalpindi. The move is a part of a larger plan to help Pakistan's spinners perform better and boost the success of the national squad.



A team of national-selectors, including former pacer Aqib Javed, will be visiting the Cricket Stadium of Rawalpindi to meet well-known pitch-curator Tony Hemming. Their motive is to ensure that the the track of Rawalpindi is prepared to provide assistance to the spin bowling duo of Nauman Ali &amp; Sajid Khan, similar to the conditions that proved advantageous for the Green Shirts in the second Test-Match.



Although seam bowlers are thought to benefit more from the surface at the Cricket Stadium of Rawalpindi, the Pakistan Cricket Board is eager to change this belief and take full use of the available home conditions.



Another significant development is that the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, Mohsin Naqvi, has given the Men's National Cricket Team's selection committee, consisting of five members, total authority to choose the best starting eleven for the third and final Test match of the series.



The ultimate call will be made by the selectors, who will likely confer with captain Shan Masood and head coach Jason Gillespie for Test cricket.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pakistan secure comfortable victory in the 2nd Test-Match versus England, level the series 1-1</h2>



 The Shan Masood-led outfit finally ended their really long losing-streak at home, having previously won a Test-Match at home in 2021. The new-faces of the Green Shirts helped their team secure a win after their squad underwent some tough changes following their embarrassing defeat in the opening Test-Match of the series versus England.



29-year-old Kamran Ghulam, who replaced experienced campaigner Babar Azam at the number four spot in the batting-unit, led Pakistan's batting effort with a 224-ball 118 run inning on his debut, which helped them reach the score of 366 runs on the same worn-out Multan surface as the previous game. The visitors were reduced to 225-6 on day two by Off-break bowler Sajid Khan, who was making his comeback, after England had taken a commanding lead at 211-2 on the second day. Among his victims were Joe Root (34) and Harry Brook (9) in particular.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/10/389308.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-148726" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Noman Ali and Sajid Khan took 20 wickets to help Pakistan win the 2nd Test-Match versus England | Image: Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



The home team grabbed a commanding 75-run lead as Sajid claimed seven wickets. England had to chase 297 to win on a worn-out and dangerous surface after Pakistan scored 221 in the first innings. The fourth innings saw England bowled out for 144 runs, giving Pakistan a 152-run victory. Noman Ali, a left-arm spinner, concluded with astounding statistics of 8-46. Throughout the innings, he and Sajid Khan bowled without alteration for 33.3 overs.



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For more information, visit the official websites of <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/index">ICC</a> and <a href="https://www.pcb.com.pk/">Pakistan Cricket</a>

Pakistan vs England: PCB likely to prepare a spin-friendly surface for the 3rd Test-Match

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Pakistan vs England 3rd Test: Shan Masood led Pakistan reached a score of 187-7 in 62 overs at lunch on the 2nd day of the 3rd Test-Match between Pakistan and England at the Cricket Stadium of Rawalpindi.



The contest will resume after a duration of 30 minutes, with Saud Shakeel (72runs in 132 balls) and Noman Ali (6runs in 15 balls) batting in the middle.



The second day kicked off with the Green Shirts sitting at a score of 73/3 in 23 overs, with captain Masood (16 runs) and Saud Shakeel (16 runs) on-strike.



Notably, the Shaheens need to get 80 more runs to eliminate the lead of the Ben Stokes-led team. England scored 267 runs in their 1st inning.



The partnership between Masood and Shakeel looked promising however, the Pakistani skipper?s dismissal off the bowling of off-spinner Shoaib Bashir triggered a mini-collapse in the batting-order of the home team.



Introducing leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed into the attack turned out to be a masterstroke as he picked up three crucial wickets to give the advantage to the tourists.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/10/389785.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-148906" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">England's Rehan Ahmed has created a lot of problems with the ball for the batters of Pakistan | Image: Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



Wicketkeeper Batsman Mohammad Rizwan was caught plumb in front of the stumps by Rehan on the third delivery of the 49th over and Rizwan got out after scoring 25 runs in 46 deliveries. 



Carrying the complete pressure on his shoulders, Shakeen is currently unbeaten at the crease and he would be looking to strengthen the sinking ship of the Shaheens by scoring a hundred.



Additionally, the fans present in the stadium witnessed Salman Ali Agha getting dismissed after scoring just one run as he was caught in front of the stumps by Rehan Ahmed.



Aamer Jamal followed suit as well, Rehan got the better of him as well in the 57th over.. Jamal departed after scoring just 14 runs.



Tailender Noman Ali is present at the crease alongside Shakeel.



In terms of England?s bowling performance, leggie Rehan Ahmed has been the best bowler so far with three wickets next to his name. He is being supported in a good way by fellow spinner Shoaib Bashir who has dismissed two Pakistani batters so far while the duo of Atkinson and Leach have one wicket a piece next to their name.



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For more information, visit the official websites of <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/matches/247795/pakistan-vs-england">ICC</a>, <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk/matches/109215#scorecard">England Cricket</a> and <a href="https://www.pcb.com.pk/#">Pakistan Cricket</a>

Pakistan vs England 3rd Test: Pakistan reach a score of 187-7 at lunch on the 2nd day of the third Test-Match

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PAK vs ENG: In the third and series-deciding Test-Match in the city of Rawalpindi, the Ben Stokes-led team won the toss and decided to have a bat first. After getting off to a good start, England got reduced to a score of 118/6, before wicketkeeper batsman Jamie Smith bailed them out of trouble with an impressive 89-run knock, helping his team post a score of 267 runs on the board.



In reply, the home side rode on a terrific hundred by middle-order batsman Saud Shakeel (134 runs), while the spin bowling duo of Noman Ali and Sajid Khan stepped up with the bat, scoring 45 runs and 48* runs respectively.



The duo then played a key role with the ball, picking up 10 England-wickets between them in the second inning of the tourists, inflicting an all-out on the Ben Stokes-led team for a mere score of 112 runs. Meaning, the Shaheen batters had to chase down a target of just 36 runs in the final inning.



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The home side completed the chase in a comfortable manner, finishing the game off in just 3.1 overs and registered a win by Nine-wickets.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Updated WTC points-table following Pakistan?s win over England: The Green Shirts move by one place to the seventh spot</h2>



Pakistan?s victory in the third Test-Match has increased their Points-Percentage (PCT) from 25.93 to 33.33, and this increase in their PCT has propelled them up by one position to the the seventh place in the overall WTC 2023-2025 cycle.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Team</td><td>Matches</td><td>Won</td><td>Lost</td><td>Drawn</td><td>Points deducted</td><td>Points</td><td>PCT</td></tr><tr><td>India</td><td>12</td><td>8</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>98</td><td>68.05</td></tr><tr><td>Australia</td><td>12</td><td>8</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>10</td><td>90</td><td>62.50</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>9</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>60</td><td>55.56</td></tr><tr><td>South Africa</td><td>7</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>40</td><td>47.62</td></tr><tr><td>New Zealand</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>48</td><td>44.44</td></tr><tr><td>England</td><td>19</td><td>9</td><td>9</td><td>1</td><td>19</td><td>93</td><td>40.79</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan</td><td>10</td><td>4</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>40</td><td>33.33</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh</td><td>9</td><td>3</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>33</td><td>30.56</td></tr><tr><td>West Indies</td><td>9</td><td>1</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>20</td><td>18.52</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Bangladesh are now placed eighth in the points-table, with the Windies still sitting at the last position.



England continue sit at the sixth position in the overall standings just above Pakistan who are at the seventh position, but the gap between the two teams has reduced as the PCT of the Three Lions has dropped to 40.79 from 43.06.



Regardless of the results, neither of the two teams have any chance of finishing in the top two but both of them do have a slight chance, if we speak mathematically.



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For more information, visit the official websites of <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/standings">ICC</a> and <a href="https://www.pcb.com.pk/press-release.html">Pakistan Cricket. </a>

PAK vs ENG: Updated WTC Points Table Following Pakistan's Historic Victory in the 3rd Test-Match

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England?s Cricket Governing Body, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have announced England?s 16-member squad for the team's upcoming Test-Series tour of New Zealand on Tuesday, 29th of October.



The Kiwis and the Three Lions will be battling it out against each other in a three-match Test-Series in the months of November &amp; December.



The squad of the Ben Stokes-led team features an exciting new addition in the form of 21-year-old wonderkid Jacob Bethell, a talented Batting All-rounder hailing from Warwickshire. Bethell has been handed his debut five-day format call-up after making his debut in One Day International and T20 International earlier this year.



Bethell, who is well-known for his aggressive intent with the bat and skilled left-arm spin bowling, gained the attention of the English selectors versus Australia and now he's set to make his debut in the longest format of the game as well.



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/10/1000560300-963x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-149097" style="width:488px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Jacob Bethell had an outstanding series versus Australia with both bat and ball | Image: ECB / Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



The 21-year-old is currently with England?s limited overs team in the Caribbean islands and he will join the Test team for the tour of the Black Caps after completing his white-ball duties alongside the duo of Jordan Cox and Rehan Ahmed. Wicketkeeper-batsman Jamie Smith will be absent from the tour of New Zealand due to his paternity leave responsibilities.



Since Jamie will be busy in welcoming his first kid in to this world, Cox will be taking his place in the team and will be making his maiden Test appearance as the wicketkeeper-batsman of the Ben Stokes-led team in the forthcoming three-match Test Series versus the 2021 WTC winners, starting from 28th of November onwards in the Hagley Oval Stadium of Christchurch.



Apart from this, no other changes have been made in England?s Test-Squad and it's similar to their squad versus Pakistan.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">England's squad for the Three-match Test-Series versus New Zealand</h2>



<h6 class="wp-block-heading">Ben Stokes (Captain), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Shoaib Bashir, Harry Brook, Rehan Ahmed, Jacob Bethell, Zak Crawley, Jordan Cox (WK), Brydon Carse, Ollie Pope (Vice-Captain), Jack Leach, Olly Stone, Matthew Pots, Ben Duckett and Joe Root.</h6>



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For more information, visit the official websites of <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk/news/4157931/england-mens-test-squad-announced-for-new-zealand-tour">England Cricket</a> and <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/news/england-announce-squad-for-new-zealand-tests">ICC</a>

England announce their Test squad for the New Zealand series, allrounder Jacob Bethell receives maiden call-up

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)
Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January. 
With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last: 
<h2>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets. 
<h2>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets. 
<h2>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game. 
<h2>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/what-s-going-on-with-india-s-pace-sensation-mayank-yadav-constantly-getting-in-out-of-the-team/#google_vignette">What's going on with India's pace sensation Mayank Yadav? Constantly getting in &amp; out of the team</a>

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.
The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details
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<li>Series: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li>Match: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li>Date: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li>Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Timing: 7 PM IST</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.
IND vs ENG: Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I
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<li>Total Matches: 24</li>
<li>India: 13</li>
<li>England: 11</li>
<li>No Result: 0</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details
Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.
IND vs ENG Possible XIs 
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh 
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team
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<li>Wicket-keepers: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li>Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li>All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li>Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
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**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a>

The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.
Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. 

<h2>Dowload the ICC Champions trophy 2025 Schedule PDF</h2>

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!