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England Batting Struggles Against Spin: T20 World Cup Challenges vs Pakistan

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'We'll give them a tough time' - England face another trial by spin

England’s T20 World Cup batting lineup has been struggling against spin all tournament long, which is a cause for concern ahead of the crucial match with Pakistan. The top order is still vulnerable to spin bowling despite a 51 run win against Sri Lanka.

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England’s Struggles against SpinRecent Form and SpinThe Key Players are Under PressureConditions and Outlook

England’s Struggles against Spin

Tom Banton, England’s fifth-best batsman, was also run out in the match with Sri Lanka. England will be tested by Pakistan’s powerful spin attack that includes Usman Tariq and Mohammad Nawaz. Shadab Kane, Abrar Ahmad, and Mohammad Nawaz are also part of the team.

Recent Form and Spin

England’s struggles against spin are surprising, given the team’s previous performances. England only lost three wickets in the three T20 matches against Sri Lanka prior to the World Cup. In the preceding ODI Series, England’s batting average was 44.9.

The Key Players are Under Pressure

Harry Brook, the England captain has now been dismissed by spinners in four consecutive innings at this World Cup. He averages 19,1 against pace versus 46.2 against spin. Jacob Bethell was also dismissed by a spinner every time he played, and Jos Buttler struggled.

Buttler’s commitment to Monday night’s training shows that he is determined to get back into shape before Tuesday’s match.

Conditions and Outlook

The game on Tuesday will be played in Pallekele, where the pitch is fresh. This could favor clean hitting. England won 4 T20s at this ground in the last few months.

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