Published on: Feb 23, 2026 7:00 pm IST | Updated on: Feb 23, 2026 4:05 pm IST
After registering a scintillating win over co-hosts Sri Lanka in their opening game of the Super 8s stage, the rejuvenated English side is all set to collide against Pakistan at the same venue where they squared off against Sri Lanka, i.e., at the Pallekele Stadium in Kandy. England are the current leader in Group 2 with a win in their previous game, whereas Pakistan had an abandoned game against New Zealand, and they had to share points. A win here for England will almost certain their spot in the semis, whereas Pakistan needs a win to keep their semifinals hopes alive. Expect a great contest between the two sides. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.
Pakistan is desperate for a win after being involved in a no-result game against New Zealand to kick off their Super 8s campaign. England, on the other hand, haven’t played their best cricket so far but have somehow managed to win games out of nowhere. It’s going to be a crucial contest with both teams having something at stake. England could almost seal their semifinal spot with a win in this contest, whereas Pakistan needs to win to stay alive in the semifinal race. Expect a cracker of a game with the win probability meter slightly in favor of England, who are heading into this contest on the back of thumping the co-hosts. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.
PAK: 44% win chance ENG: 56% win chance
Fresh off a hundred in the game against Namibia, Sahibzada is the leading run-getter of this tournament so far. He will be a key batter for Pakistan at the top.
Although Salman Ali Agha has been completely out of sorts in the tournament so far, expect the skipper to step up and perform in this crucial contest.
The left-hander so far has played some crucial hands in this World Cup batting at no 3. He is the leading scorer for England in this tournament with 146 runs from 5 innings.
Salt finally returned to form with a fifty in the last game against Sri Lanka. So far, he has scored 123 runs in 5 innings at a brilliant strike-rate of 166.21.
Check out our prediction for the ENG vs PAK 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.
England enter their second Super 8 clash at the Pallekele Stadium in Kandy brimming with confidence after a commanding win over co-hosts Sri Lanka. That victory not only lifted them to the top of Group 2 but also showcased their depth and balance across departments. With momentum firmly on their side, England will now look to capitalize against a Pakistan team that has struggled for consistency.
Pakistan’s campaign has already been dented by an abandoned fixture against New Zealand, forcing them to share points. Their batting has looked fragile at times, and their bowling has lacked the sharpness needed to dominate in crunch situations. In contrast, England’s aggressive batting approach and disciplined bowling unit make them the favorites heading into this contest.
A win here would virtually seal England’s place in the semifinals, giving them the luxury of confidence and clarity in the remaining fixtures. For Pakistan, the pressure is immense; they must win to stay alive. England, however, should back themselves to maintain their momentum and expose Pakistan’s inconsistencies to strengthen their grip on Group 2.
Pakistan head into their crucial Super 8 clash against England at the Pallekele Stadium in Kandy knowing that their semifinal hopes hinge on this contest. While England have started strongly, Pakistan must remind themselves of their ability to rise in high-pressure games. Their unpredictability has often been their strength, and this is the moment to channel it positively.
The batting unit, though inconsistent, has match-winners capable of turning the tide in a single innings. If the top order can provide a solid foundation, Pakistan’s middle order has the firepower to push past England’s disciplined attack. Their bowling, traditionally their strongest suit, will be key; early breakthroughs from the pacers and control in the middle overs from the spinners could tilt the balance.
Pakistan’s resilience in ICC tournaments is well known, and they should back themselves to seize momentum. A win here would not only keep their campaign alive but also send a strong message that they can overcome setbacks and topple one of the tournament favorites. For Pakistan, this is the perfect stage to prove their mettle and get over the line. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 31 PAK won: 9 ENG won: 21 No Result: 1 Tied: 0 RECENT form PAKISTAN: W W L W NR RECENT form ENGLAND: W L W W W
Pakistan and England have squared off against each other 32 times in T20Is. England has dominated Pakistan at will as they have won 21 encounters, whereas Pakistan have 9 wins to their name. One game ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., Pakistan and England, fare in the 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (C), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq
Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (C), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between Pakistan and England at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele:
With Pallekele’s surface offering runs early before slowing down, the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first. A total above 165 could be decisive. Dew in the second innings may favor chasing, but spinners will play a crucial role in defending totals under lights.
The online live streaming of the 45th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will take place on Star Sports Network channels.
England has been quite a dominant side in T20Is against Pakistan. As of now, Pakistan’s only win in this tournament against a Test-playing nation came against Ireland. This speaks a lot about how their tournament has gone so far. England, on the other hand, has trumped Sri Lanka in their previous game in a low-scoring affair and should have their tails up heading into this contest. For now, as per our prediction, England is expected to win the ENG vs PAK, 45th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
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