LIVE: Pakistan won the toss against England, decided to bat first
Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first in the crucial ICC T20 World Cup match against England, with implications for semi-final qualification.
In an important ICC T20 World Cup match, Pakistan has won the toss against England and opted to bat first. This match is part of the Super-8 stage and holds significant importance as Pakistan and England vie for a place in the semi-finals. Currently, Pakistan's batting is in progress, and the outcome of this match could determine the first team to qualify for the semis, depending on whether England secures a win.
England kicked off their Super-8 campaign with a decisive 51-run victory over Sri Lanka, enhancing their net run rate and positioning them at the top of the points table. In contrast, Pakistan’s first match in the Super-8 against New Zealand was affected by rain, resulting in them receiving only one point. With their chances of advancing dwindling, today's match is critical for Pakistan, and they have little room for error moving forward in the tournament.
The match also showcases Pakistan's bowling arsenal, which includes mystery spinner Usman Tariq and notable bowlers like Sam Ayub, Abrar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, and Mohammad Nawaz. Their performance will be crucial in attempting to contain the English batting lineup. As the tension builds, fans are encouraged to refresh the page for live updates and the ball-by-ball score of this exciting encounter.