IND vs ENG / This could be your Dream 11 team in the first T20 match, here are the strong players

The first T20 match between India and England will be played in Kolkata today. Choose Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Jos Buttler, and Phil Salt among the batsmen for your Dream11 team. Hardik Pandya and Harry Brook are strong options among all-rounders. Include Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakraborty, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid in bowling.

Vikrant Shekhawat : Jan 22, 2025, 05:00 PM
IND vs ENG: The exciting five-match T20 series between India and England will begin today at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Cricket lovers are eyeing this match, where both teams will try to win on the basis of their strong players. In such a situation, this is a golden opportunity for those who make Dream 11 teams. If you also want to prepare your perfect Dream 11 team in this match, then we have come up with a suggestion of a possible best playing XI for you.

11 best players have to be selected from 22

The T20 format is a game of 20 overs, where the course of the match can change with the performance of a single player. Both India and England teams have such players who have the ability to win the match single-handedly. But the question is, which 11 should be selected from these 22 players? Let us know those players, who can prove to be the most suitable for you in the Dream 11 team.

Talking about batsmen, these players will be hit

Sanju Samson (India): This wicketkeeper-batsman of Team India has tremendous ability to play big shots. His performance is always excellent in T20 format.

Suryakumar Yadav (India): Suryakumar Yadav, known as "Mr. 360", can dominate any bowler. Make sure to include him in the team.

Jos Buttler (England): England captain and in-form Buttler always guarantees to score runs.

Phil Salt (England): This explosive batsman can also get you extra points in wicketkeeping.

All-rounder will give balance to the team

Hardik Pandya (India): India captain and key all-rounder Hardik Pandya can make important contributions with both bat and ball.

Harry Brook (England): This young all-rounder is in great form and can score runs quickly in the middle order.

Trust these names in bowling

Arshdeep Singh (India): Arshdeep, who surprises batsmen with his accurate yorkers and swing in the death overs, is important for your team.

Varun Chakravarthy (India): Mysterious spinner Varun Chakravarthy can prove to be effective on the Kolkata pitch.

Jofra Archer (England): Jofra Archer's fast speed and deadly bouncer are a strong reason to include him in the team.

Adil Rashid (England): This experienced spinner is adept at taking wickets and can prove to be a trump card for England in the middle overs.

Captain and Vice Captain Options

Captain: Jos Buttler or Suryakumar Yadav

Vice Captain: Hardik Pandya or Sanju Samson

Probable Dream 11 Team

Wicketkeeper: Sanju Samson, Phil Salt

Batsmen: Suryakumar Yadav, Jos Buttler, Harry Brook

All-rounder: Hardik Pandya

Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid

Importance of the match

This first match is an opportunity for both teams to gain momentum. While India will want to take advantage of their home ground, England is known for aggressive cricket. In such a situation, selecting the right players in the Dream 11 team can get you a great ranking.

Dream11 Team for India vs England 1st T20 Match: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Sanju Samson (Vice Captain), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Harry Brook, Jamie Overton, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.

Probable Playing XI India: Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Shami

Probable Playing XI England: Ben Duckett, Philip Salt (wicketkeeper), Jos Buttler (captain), Harry Brook (vice-captain), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.