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T20 World Cup 2026: The most high-profile match of the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 will be played tonight at 7:00 PM between England (ENG) and New Zealand (NZ) in Colombo. While England has already secured a place in the semi-finals by winning its last two matches, for New Zealand this match is a 'virtual quarter-final' to secure a ticket to the semi-finals. If the Kiwis win today, they will join England in the last-4, otherwise the door could open for Pakistan.
Match Preview: Unbeaten England vs Semi-Final Hungry Kiwis
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- England: Under captain Harry Brooke's leadership, England looks 'invincible'. Brooke's brilliant century against Pakistan has boosted the team's morale. Although they have qualified, they will want to continue their winning streak.
- New Zealand: Mitchell Santner's team crushed Sri Lanka by 61 runs in the last match, taking their net run-rate (NRR) to +3.050. Rachin Ravindra's form and the spin-friendly Colombo pitch are New Zealand's biggest strengths.
Also Read: ENG vs NZ Probable XI & Pitch Report, Can New Zealand Reach the Semifinals?
ENG vs NZ AI Dream11 Prediction: Winning Probability & Pitch Report
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Spinners tend to dominate the R. Premadasa Stadium pitch, especially in the second innings. AI Data Analysis
| Category | AI Analysis & Prediction |
|---|---|
| Winning Probability | England: 51% | New Zealand: 49% |
| Projected Score (1st Innings) | 160 - 175 (a competitive match) |
| Key Factor | Adil Rashid vs Rachin Ravindra (Battle in Middle-overs) |
Also Read: ENG vs NZ My11Circle Team, Vision11, Match Prediction, Live Streaming
Top Players to Watch: ENG vs NZ Clash
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- Harry Brook (ENG): Centurion from the last match, who is very aggressive against spin.
- Rachin Ravindra (NZ): Rachin, who took 4 wickets against Sri Lanka on this ground, will be dangerous with both bat and ball today.
- Phil Salt (ENG): The responsibility will be on them to provide explosive starts in the powerplay.
- Mitchell Santner (NZ): Captain and magician of Colombo pitches, who will control the runs with his accurate spin.
Who will win today's ENG vs NZ T20 WC Match?
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England has the upper hand statistically (16 wins from 30 matches), but the Colombo pitch suits New Zealand's spin attack (Sodhi, Santner, Rachin) more. If England wins the toss and bats first, they can score big, but New Zealand has better spin options. According to AI, it's a 50-50 contest, but the pressure will be on New Zealand as they desperately need a win to qualify.
Also Read: ENG vs NZ Weather Update: Will it rain in Colombo today?
ENG vs NZ Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler, Philip Salt, Tim Seifert
- Batsmen: Harry Brook, Tom Banton, Finn Allen
- All-rounders: Rachin Ravindra, Sam Curran, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner
- Bowlers: Adil Rashid
- Captain: Harry Brook
- Vice-Captain: Tim Seifert
ENG vs NZ Dream11 Winning Fantasy Tips: 1. Jos Buttler, 2. Philip Salt, 3. Tim Seifert (VC), 4. Harry Brook (C), 5. Tom Banton, 6. Finn Allen, 7. Rachin Ravindra, 8. Sam Curran, 9. Glenn Phillips, 10. Mitchell Santner, 11. Adil Rashid
ENG vs NZ Match Timing & Live Streaming Details
- Date & Time: February 27, 2026 | 07:00 PM (IST)
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Where to Watch: Star Sports Network and JioHotstar app
Also Read: What Happens to Pakistan if ENG vs NZ is Washed Out Due to Rain?
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