The 2024 T20 World Cup Super 8 promises to deliver thrilling cricket action and Match 42 between England and the West Indies is poised to be a blockbuster. As a part of Group 2, both sides will face off at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on 20 June.
England barely made it to the Super 8, based on Net Run Rate (NRR) after Scotland lost to Australia in the final group stage match. They would face the men in maroon who have dominated in their group and are currently unbeaten in the tournament.
England’s batting lineup is a source of envy for many. Phil Salt, at the top, is a run machine, while Jos Buttler, the skipper, is a middle-order hurricane. But with recent performances, a refurbished bowling plan would be their sole chance. 
West Indies’ recent performance has been a blend of power-hitting and disciplined bowling which has brought them a 4-strike win. From Brandon King and Nicholas Pooran providing stability at the top to the spin duo of Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie who have surprised many with their economical bowling and wicket-taking ability. The Windies batting lineup is a masterclass by itself and top of their game at this point.
Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium Stadium Pitch Stats
Total Matches: 38
Matches won batting first: 17
Matches won bowling first: 21
Average 1st innings score: 144
Average 2nd innings score: 127
Highest total recorde: 218/5 (20 Ovs) by WI vs AFG
Lowest total recorded: 72/10 (20 Ovs) By BANW vs SLW
Highest score chased: 197/7 (19.5 Ovs) By AUS VS PAK
Lowest score chased: 97/7 (20 Ovs) By SLW vs BANW
ENG vs WI Head-to-Head
England and the West Indies have faced each other in 29 T20I games. In those 29 head-to-head games, the Caribbean dominated their English rivals and currently leads the tally with 17-12. Reviewing their recent performance and their waltzing victory in the 2016 final is a memory that still lingers in the English psyche.
ENG vs WI Top Players Predictions
Jos Buttler (ENG):
The England captain would hold the key to England’s batting in the Super 8s with his experience and big-hitting ability to power the innings. Although Buttler hasn’t been in his known form but if gets going, he can single-handedly take the game away. The best time to bat on pitch will be with a new ball and Buttler needs to make the most of it.
Phil Salt (ENG):
The English opener’s international breakthrough came against this same West Indies team back in December when his back-to-back centuries in Grenada and Trinidad carried the attack back to the world’s most aggressive batting line-up. The man has a striking rate of 155.62 and could turn this match in his team’s favor despite it being in their home ground.
Akeal Hosein (WI):
This left-arm spinner has been a revelation in the T20 World Cup so far, bamboozling batsmen with his variations and flight. He’s one of the leading wicket-takers in the tournament with nine wickets in four matches. With the match being at their home ground, his ability to deceive them with his loop and guile will be crucial.
ENG vs WI Hit or Miss Prediction
Nicholas Pooran (WI): Pooran’s breathtaking performance against Afghanistan broke the all-time record of the Highest Powerplay totals in Men’s T20 World Cup making him a key player in the team’s chance to victory with his belligerent knock.His ability to adapt to different conditions and play various bowling styles makes him a key player for the Windies.
ENG vs WI Conditions-based Predictions
- Phil Salt’s aggressive batting at the top of the order will be pivotal
- Windies’ middle-order powerhouses are the key to turning the match in their favor.
- Akeal Hosein’s deceptive bowling can exploit the turning pitch and trouble England’s batsmen
ENG vs WI Match Predictions
England and the West Indies are both contenders for this T20 World Cup and have similar types of players in their arsenal. Their match will be at Darren Sammy Stadium where England may have an edge considering their fiery new ball bowlers. Parimatch favors England at 1.80x odds against the West Indies. Nicholas Pooran will be one to watch out for from the West Indies who is tipped to score over 25.5 runs at 1.85x odds.
ENG vs WI Winner Predictions
West Indies has been on top in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 but England could end up being a step ahead in their upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 contest owing to their experience of playing cricket. Their batting might give them a narrow advantage on paper, but the Windies’ home support and big-match experience make this a toss-up, especially with their wicket-taking prowess and bowling. We expect the West Indies to come out on top.
