India vs England 4th T20 In Pune: Match Preview, Pitch Report, Weather Forecast, and Live Streaming Details

The highly anticipated 4th T20I between India and England is set to take place at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune on January 31, 2024. With the series hanging in the balance, this match is crucial for both teams. India, after suffering a 26-run defeat in the previous game at Rajkot, will look to bounce back and clinch the series. Meanwhile, England will aim to level the series and take it to a decider.

MCA Stadium Pitch Report: What to Expect?

The MCA Stadium in Pune is known for its balanced pitch, offering opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers. While spinners are expected to get turn and bounce, fast bowlers could extract movement in the early overs. Batters who settle in can expect good value for their shots, making the middle overs crucial for both sides.

Weather Forecast for India vs England 4th T20I

Cricket fans can expect clear skies and a comfortable temperature of around 18°C. With no rain predicted, an uninterrupted and thrilling contest is on the cards.

MCA Stadium T20I Stats & Records

• Total Matches Played: 4
• Matches Won Batting First: 2
• Matches Won Batting Second: 2
• Highest Total: 206/6 (Sri Lanka vs India, 2023)
• Lowest Total: 101 all out (India vs Sri Lanka, 2016)
• Highest Successful Chase: 158/5 (India vs England, 2012)
• Lowest Total Defended: 201/6 (India vs Sri Lanka, 2020)
• Average 1st Innings Score: 166
• Highest Individual Score: Axar Patel – 65 off 31 balls (vs Sri Lanka, 2023)
• Best Bowling Figures: Dasun Shanaka – 3/16 (vs India, 2016)
• Total Sixes: 58
• Total Fours: 87
• Total Half-Centuries: 8

India vs England Head-to-Head in T20Is

• Total Matches: 27
• India Wins: 15
• England Wins: 12

India’s Predicted Playing XI for 4th T20I

1. Sanju Samson (wk)
2. Abhishek Sharma
3. Tilak Varma
4. Suryakumar Yadav (c)
5. Hardik Pandya
6. Axar Patel
7. Ramandeep Singh
8. Washington Sundar/Dhruv Jurel
9. Arshdeep Singh
10. Mohammad Shami
11. Varun Chakaravarthy

Key Player to Watch: Varun Chakaravarthy, who took a five-wicket haul in the last game, will be a major threat to England’s batting lineup.

England’s Predicted Playing XI for 4th T20I

1. Ben Duckett
2. Phil Salt (wk)
3. Jos Buttler (c)
4. Harry Brook
5. Liam Livingstone
6. Jamie Smith
7. Jamie Overton
8. Brydon Carse
9. Jofra Archer
10. Adil Rashid
11. Mark Wood

Key Player to Watch: Jos Buttler, England’s captain, is expected to anchor the batting lineup, especially on Pune’s fast surface.

India vs England 4th T20I Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

Fans can catch the action live on the Star Sports Network, while Disney+ Hotstar will provide live streaming. Stay tuned for an electrifying encounter between two top-tier T20 teams!