• Australia are set to face England in the 1st T20I of the three-match series on Wednesday.

  • The Rose Bowl stadium in Southampton will host the series opener.

ENG vs AUS 2024, 1st T20I: Predicted XI of England and Australia, Southampton Weather Forecast
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Australia and England are set to clash in a thrilling three-match T20I series, kicking off on Wednesday at the Rose Bowl stadium in Southampton. Both teams have assembled strong squads, making this series a mouthwatering prospect for cricket fans. England, under the leadership of Phil Salt, boasts a formidable batting lineup with the likes of Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, and Jordan Cox. Their bowling attack, featuring the likes of Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Reece Topley, is also potent.

Australia, led by Mitchell Marsh, has a balanced squad with a mix of experience and youth. Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis Head, and Josh Inglis form a solid top order, while Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, and Cameron Green provide explosive power-hitting. The bowling attack, led by Sean Abbott, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa, has the ability to restrict the opposition.

The first T20I🗹 promises to be an exciting contest between two evenly matched teams. Cricket fans are e✃agerly anticipating the clash between these two cricketing giants.

ENG vs AUS: Head to Head Record in T20Is

Matches played: 24 | England won: 11 | Australia won: 11 | No result: 2

T20I Stats and Records at The Rose Bowl

  • Matches played: 16
  • Matches won batting first: 11
  • Matches won bowling first: 5
  • Average 1st innings scores: 165
  • Average 2nd innings scores: 135
  • Highest total recorded: 248/6 (20 Ov) by AUS vs ENG
  • Lowest total recorded: 79/10 (14.3 Ovs) by ENG vs AUS
  • Highest score chased: 158/4 (18.5 Ovs) by ENG vs AUS
  • Lowest score defended: 139/9 (20 Ovs) by ENG-W vs AUS-W

ENG vs AUS: The Rose Bowl Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at the Rose Bowl is typically a balanced surface that offers both batters and bowlers something to think about. While it might not be as flat as some other T20I venueജs, it should still offer a decent batting track. However, the pitch can tend to slow down as the match progresses, making it slightly more challenging for batters to score quickly.

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ENG vs AUS: Southampton weather forecast

The forecast for Southampton on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 (the day of the England vs♛ Australia T20I match) is lo😼oking promising.

Temperature: Expect temperatures to range between 15-18 deg♉rees Celsius (59-64 degrees Fahrenheit).

Precipitation: There is a low chance of rain showers, but th🎐e skies are 🅰expected to be mostly cloudy.

Wind: Light winds are predicte♕d, which should not significantly impact the match.

Overall, the weather conditions appear to be favourable for cricket. While there’s a slight chance of rain, it’s unlikely to disrupt the match. Fans can look forward to a relatively pleasant day for the first T20I.

ENG vs AUS 2024: XI of both teams for the 1st T20I

England: Phil Salt (C), Will Jacks, Jordan Cox, Liam Living⭕stone, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Reece Tople♛y

Australia (Predicted XI): Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis🎐 Head, Mitchell Marsh (C), Josh Inglis (WK), Aaron Hardie, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Cameron Green, 🌳Sean Abbott, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa

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