The ICC T20 World Cup Super Eight Group 2 match between West Indies and England is set to take place on Wednesday, June 19 at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia. England fast bowler Reece Topley anticipates a fiery atmosphere, with both sets of fans bringing their full support. Topley believes the pitch will favor batters but also provide opportunities for bowlers. Despite the home support for West Indies, Topley is confident that England will put up a strong fight and showcase their own brand of cricket.
West Indies captain Rovman Powell expects a closely contested match, as both teams are familiar with each other’s strengths and weaknesses. Powell highlighted the performance of spinner Akael Hosein, who has been a key player for West Indies in controlling the power play. Nicholas Pooran’s power-hitting abilities have also been impressive, with the batter ranking high in the tournament’s run-scoring chart. Powell acknowledges the challenge of facing a set batter on a good wicket and the difficulty in stopping them.
In head-to-head statistics, West Indies hold the edge with 17 wins out of 29 matches against England in T20 cricket. The pitch in Saint Lucia is known for producing high-scoring games, favoring batters. The weather forecast for the match predicts humidity with patchy clouds and a low chance of evening showers. West Indies enter the Super Eight stage with a perfect record in the group stage, while England found form just in time to advance.
West Indies are unlikely to make changes to their winning combination against Afghanistan, with a strong squad led by Powell. Meanwhile, England is expected to stick with the same XI that secured crucial wins in the group stage. The squad includes key players like Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid. As the match approaches, both teams will be looking to maintain their momentum and secure a crucial victory in the Super Eight stage of the tournament.
