Published on: Sep 11, 2025 12:25 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 11, 2025 12:25 pm IST
Rain was expected to hinder the first T20I, and it did. However, we were lucky to witness a result as the Proteas pulled off a fabulous win by 14 runs (DLS Method). With the visitors leading 1-0, the two teams will now head to Manchester for the second T20I of the series to be played on September 12. A win here for South Africa will seal the deal for them, whereas England will need to win to stay alive in the series. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 2nd T20I, ENG vs SA, at Manchester.
It was a rain-curtailed game in Cardiff that led to a result that never really tested the full strength of the two teams. England had to chase down 69 in 5 overs, a target set by the DLS method, but they fell short by 14 runs despite their ‘Bazball’ approach. The win at Manchester must have infused confidence in the Proteas, which they would like to take into account in this fixture. Therefore, the win probability meter should favor South Africa. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the ENG vs SA 2nd T20I at Manchester.
SA: 56% win chance ENG: 44% win chance
The young sensation celebrated his record-breaking SA20 contract with a berserk 23 off 10 deliveries in the last game. With already a ton to his name against Australia in the last series, Brevis will be one to watch out for.
The English opener missed out on a good knock in the first game. He should get going in Manchester.
The veteran English batter will be a key figure in the batting unit for England. He was the highest run scorer in the last game.
The South African skipper will be opening the innings, and one can expect him to score above 20 easily, as he keeps a price on his wicket.
Check out our prediction for the ENG vs SA 2nd T20I at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester.
Having lost the first T20I by 14 runs (DLS Method), England finds themselves in a precarious position of losing the series. This fixture at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, is a must-win for them, as a loss here will give South Africa an unassailable lead of 2-0 in the three-match series.
What should England do to get better in the next game? First things first, batting needs to fire. The batters should take responsibility and bat with intent, along with some flair. Apart from veteran Jos Buttler, none of the other batters got going for the hosts in the previous game, causing a collapse. Buttler’s 25 off 11 was almost half of the runs his team scored.
On the bowling front, it was a surprise to see seamers like Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse, and Jofra Archer getting benched. With the series on the line, the team management might need to rethink their bowling strategies and bring in at least two of the mentioned names in the lineup in Manchester. After a debacle in Cardiff, Wales, England should respond strongly in the second T20I to keep the series alive.
Like they did in the ODIs, the Proteas will look to seal the deal by winning this game at the Old Trafford in Manchester and take an unassailable lead of 2-0 in the three-match series. South Africa pulled off a fantastic win in the first game by 14 runs (DLS Method) and will take the confidence from the previous fixture into this game to make it 2-0 in this series.
Despite some last-minute injury concerns, South Africa stood their ground in the first T20I against the hosts, England. The likes of Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, and David Miller rose as last-minute injury concerns; still, South Africa managed to humble England and go 1-0 up in the series. With the team peaking at the right time, the mindset will be similar to what it was last time, and they will look to seal the deal in Manchester itself. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 27 ENG won: 12 SA won: 14 No Result: 1 Tied: 0 RECENT form ENGLAND: L W W W L RECENT form SOUTH AFRICA: L L W L W
The two teams have collided 27 times in T20Is. South Africa has a slight upper hand, as they have won 14 compared to England, who have won 12. One match between these two sides ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., England and South Africa, fare in the 2nd T20I? Let’s take a look.
Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer/Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton/Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
Aiden Markram (C), Ryan Rickelton (WK), Lhuan-dre-Pretorius, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch/Senuran Muthusamy/Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lizaad Williams, Kwena Maphaka
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 2nd T20I match between South Africa and England at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester:
At Old Trafford, captains may opt to bowl first. The pitch offers early seam movement under overcast skies, favoring swing bowlers. Chasing teams have had success here in recent T20Is. With no rain expected and conditions stable, expect the toss winner to field and exploit the new-ball advantage.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 2nd T20I match of the South Africa Tour of England will take place live on the SonyLIV App. TV viewers can watch this series live on Sony Sports Network channels, preferably on Sony Sports 2 and Sony Sports 5.
Despite not winning the first game, England will still enter as slight favorites against South Africa heading into the second game. Their pace attack suits the conditions, and recent form suggests they’ll be tough to beat. However, South Africa’s explosive batting lineup could turn the tide if they bat first and post a challenging total. So, as per our prediction, the hosts, England, are expected to win the ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction 2nd T20I match at the Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester.