England will play a crucial match against Namibia on June 15th at 10:30 PM IST. This match will likely decide which two teams will qualify for the Super 8 from Group B. Australia ranks first with a 100% win record. Scotland is second, surprising everyone with two wins and one draw in three games.

Scotland will play Australia in their last group fixture, giving a slight advantage to England as the Australian team is considered the favorite to beat Scotland. England hopes to beat Namibia, who have not had a great time in this T20 WC. However, cricket is unpredictable, and Namibia would love to take England with them on the route home too.

Let’s dive deep to check the predicted playing XI, form, pitch report, fantasy tips, and match predictions to see who is more likely to win.

Namibia vs England Match Details

• Date: 15 June 2024
• Time: 10:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua

Nam vs Eng Team Form

Namibia

Namibia lost their last two back-to-back games.

• Last 5 T20 games: Win, Win, Win, Lost, Lost 

England

England won their last game against Oman with a statement victory, finishing the game in 3.1 overs and winning by 8 wickets. This helped improve their overall run rate.

• Last 5 T20 games: Draw, Win, Draw, Lost, Win 

Team News and Predicted Playing XI

Namibia

• Probable XI: G. Erasmus (c), Z. Green, M. Van Lingen, D. Leicher, R. Trumpelmann, J. Brassell, B. Shikongo, T. Lungameni, N. Davin, JJ Smit, J. Frylinck, JP Kotze, D. Wiese, B. Scholtz, M. Kruger, PD Blignaut

England

• Probable XI: J. Buttler (c), M. Ali, J. Archer, J. Bairstow, H. Brook, S. Curran, B. Duckett, T. Hartley, W. Jacks, C. Jordan, L. Livingstone, A. Rashid, P. Salt, R. Topley, M. Wood

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report for Eng vs Nam

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua offers a balanced pitch that benefits both batsmen and bowlers. Historically, pacers get some early movement with the new ball, while spinners enjoy the grip and turn as the game progresses. Batsmen can score freely once they get accustomed to the pitch’s behavior in the initial overs.

In the last T20I match at this stadium, Australia convincingly beat Namibia by chasing a 73-run target in just 5.4 overs. The average first innings score at the stadium is 139, with the highest team score being 158/7 by West Indies against Zimbabwe. The lowest score recorded here is 72 by Namibia against Australia.

The best individual score at the venue is 63 by Lendl Simmons, while the best bowling figures are 5/19 by Ryan Mclaren.

Nam vs Eng T20 WC Fantasy Tips

Must Pick Players

Go with 7 players from England and 4 from Namibia.

Namibia

• MG Erasmus: Scored 101 runs in 3 games.
• JN Frylinck: Scored 58 runs in 3 games. Though he didn’t perform well in the last 2 games, he has the potential to score big.
• R. Trumpelmann: Taken 5 wickets in 3 games.
• D. Wiese: Taken 4 wickets in 3 games, the only wicket-taker against Australia.

England

• J. Buttler: Scored 66 runs in 3 games (2 innings).
• P. Salt: Scored 49 runs in 3 games (2 innings).
• W. Jacks: An explosive batsman.
• J. Bairstow: A reliable middle-order batsman.
• A. Rashid: Took 5 wickets in 3 games.
• J. Archer: Took 4 wickets in 3 games.
• M. Ali: A solid all-rounder.

Nam vs Eng Match Predictions: Who Will Win?

England is expected to be too strong for Namibia in this match, likely securing a comfortable victory. Their dominant performance against Oman, finishing the game in just 3.1 overs, shows their capability. England hoped for clear weather and for Australia to beat Scotland, which would aid their chances of advancing.

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