Hello, welcome back to Sports Jazbaa. Today, we will cover the 2nd Test Match between England and India.
The ENG vs IND Dream11 Team, Dream11 Prediction, and Fantasy Tips will be discussed, along with full Stats and Information on every player.
This match will be played on 2nd July at 3:30 P.M. IST
In this preview, we will discuss the probable playing 11 of both teams. The Dream11 Team will also be discussed here.
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Match Details
- Teams: England (ENG) vs India (IND)
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Date & Time: 2nd July 2025, 3:30 PM
- Series: 2nd Test of the series
Pitch Report
Why Batters Will Dominate?
The pitch at Edgbaston is highly batting-friendly, offering minimal assistance to bowlers.
The average score in recent matches here is 314, indicating that batters have consistently performed well.
✔ Batting-Friendly Surface – The ball comes onto the bat nicely, allowing batters to play their shots freely.
✔ Pacers Get Some Help Early – There might be some movement in the first session, but it quickly flattens out.
❌ Spinners Struggle – The pitch doesn’t offer much turn, making it difficult for spinners to be effective.
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📌 Dream11 Team Strategy:
- Load up on top-order batters (They will score the most runs).
- Pick pacers who can exploit early conditions.
- Avoid too many spinners (They won’t be as effective).
Head-to-Head
Recent Dominance
- Last 15 Matches: India has won 9, England 5.
- Recent Form: India has won 2 of the last 3 matches.
📌 Key Insight:
- India has been more consistent in recent encounters.
- England’s home advantage could play a role, but India’s batting strength is superior.
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Team Previews
Here is the team preview of both teams, which will help you get an idea of the teams.
England
✔ Batting Strength – Strong
- Top-order batters are in good form.
- The middle order has experienced players who can anchor the innings.
✔ Bowling Strength – Decent
- Pacers have been taking wickets consistently.
- Spinners are effective but may struggle on this pitch.
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📌 Dream11 Team Focus:
- England’s batters are reliable picks.
- Their pacers could be useful early on.
India
✔ Batting Strength – Very Strong
- Hard-hitters and technically solid batters in the lineup.
- Consistent performers in recent matches.
❌ Bowling Strength – Average
- Lack of wicket-taking bowlers in recent games.
- Pacers need to step up on this flat track.
📌 Dream11 Team Focus:
- India’s batters are must-haves.
- Bowling picks should be selective.
Probable Playing11
Here is the probable playing 11 of both teams.
England
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. Zak Crawley | 69, 75, 46, 57, 37 |
2. Ben Duckett | 211, 84, 30, 1, 58 |
3. O Pope | 114, 53, 11, 9, 5 |
4. Joe Root | 81, 44, 166, 57, 34 |
5. Harry Brook | 99, 35, 34, 6, 26 |
6. Ben Stokes | 53+5w, 9+3w, 27+3w, 51+4w, 80+0w |
7. Jamie Smith | 84, 60, 4, 38, 64 |
8. C Woakes | 38+1w, 5+5w, 50+6w, 1+1w, 5+0w |
9. B Carse | 22+4w, 1w, 6+1w, 0w, 2w |
10. J Tongue | 11+7w, 36+2w, 2w, 39+6w, 0+2w |
11. S Bashir | 3w, 9w, 0w, 2w, 0w |
India
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. Y Jaiswal | 105, 22, 88, 36, 50 |
2. KL Rahul | 179, 167, 35, 11, 112 |
3. Sai Sudharsan | 30, 80, 41, 21, 108 |
4. Shubman Gill | 155, 1, 13, 35, 93 |
5. Rishabh Pant | 252, 118, 16, 7, 18 |
6. Karun Nair | 20, 55, 204, 44, 0 |
7. Nitish Kumar Reddy | 34+42, 7+82*, 0w, 1w, 1w |
8. R Jadeja | 36+1w, 21+2w, 1+0w, 19+1w, 77+0w |
9. Arshdeep Singh | 3w, 0w, 0w, 2w, 0w |
10. Akash Deep | 0w, 0w, 0w, 0w, 2w |
11. M Siraj | 2w, 1w, 0w, 0w, 0w |
Key Players for Dream11 Team
This is a high-quality match consisting of top-quality players, which makes it difficult for you to select 11 of these players. But why worry? We are here to assist you.
Safe Captaincy Picks
1. Rishabh Pant (IND – WK/BAT)
✔ Explosive Middle-Order Batter – Can change the game quickly.
✔ Recent Form Excellent – Scoring consistently in Tests.
✔ Technically Solid – Handles both pace and spin well.
📌 Why, Captain?
- High run-scoring potential in batting-friendly conditions.
- Wicket-keeping points add extra value.
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2. Joe Root (ENG – BAT)
✔ Consistent Performer – One of the best in Test cricket.
✔ Strong Against India – Has a good record.
✔ Middle-Order Anchor – Can bat long innings.
📌 Why, Captain?
- Reliable for big scores in crucial matches.
3. KL Rahul (IND – BAT)
✔ Technically Solid – Plays spin and pace well.
✔ Top-Order Batsman – Likely to face more deliveries.
✔ Good Recent Form – Scoring runs consistently.
📌 Why, Captain?
- Safe pick for steady points.
4. Ben Stokes (ENG – ALL)
✔ Match-Winning All-Rounder – Contributes with both bat and ball.
✔ Aggressive Batting – Can score quick runs.
✔ Wicket-Taking Bowler – Useful in helpful conditions.
📌 Why, Captain?
- Dual contribution (Batting + Bowling) boosts Dream11 Team points.
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High-Risk, High-Reward Picks
1. Chris Woakes (ENG – BOWL/ALL)
✔ Wicket-Taking Bowler – Can exploit early conditions.
✔ Lower-Order Batting – Adds valuable runs.
❌ Risk: May not be as effective if the pitch flattens out.
📌 Best For: Dream11 Team players looking for differentials.
2. Arshdeep Singh (IND – BOWL)
✔ Wicket-Taker – Has been in good form.
✔ Can Swing the Ball Early – Useful in the first innings.
❌ Risk: Inconsistent in longer formats.
📌 Best For: Risky Dream11 Team combinations.
High-Risk Drops
1. Ollie Pope (ENG – BAT)
✔ Decent Recent Form – But inconsistent.
❌ Not Trustable – Fails in pressure situations.
📌 Why Drop? – Better alternatives are available.
2. Zak Crawley (ENG – BAT)
✔ Attacking Opener – But struggles for consistency.
❌ Poor Recent Form – Not scoring enough runs.
📌 Why Drop? – High chance of low returns.
Dream11 Team
Safe Dream11 Team
- Batters: Joe Root (C), KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant
- All-Rounders: Ben Stokes
- Bowlers: Chris Woakes, Arshdeep Singh
- WK: Rishabh Pant
📌 Strategy: Bank on consistent performers.
Risky Dream11 Team
- Batters: Zak Crawley (Punt), Ollie Pope
- All-Rounders: Ben Stokes (VC)
- Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh (C)
- WK: Jonny Bairstow
📌 Strategy: Go for differential picks.
Final Dream11 Team Tips
✔ Toss Matters – Bowling first could be beneficial.
✔ Top-Order Batters – Root, Rahul, and Pant are safest.
✔ Pacers Over Spinners – Woakes & Arshdeep could be key.
🚨 Pro Tip:
- If India bats first, stack their batters.
- If England bats first, trust Root & Stokes.