The two limited-overs world champions meet to renew their century-old cricket rivalry at the T20 World Cup 2024.
Following Tuesday’s washout of their match at the same site, England and Scotland shared a point apiece. In an attempt to be the first team to win the trophy again, Jos Buttler’s team didn’t appear to be at their best, letting the Scots reach 90-0 in just 10 overs.
Australia is in second place in Group B with two points after defeating Oman in their opening match, while England is in fourth place with one point. Scotland leads the group with three points from two games, followed by Namibia in third place with two points from two games and Oman at the bottom following two losses.
England’s Super Eight qualification could be in risk if they lose against Australia, the ODI world champions, on Saturday, but batsman Jonny Bairstow is not concerned about the possibilities.
Bairstow said to reporters on Friday, “It doesn’t derail us either way.” “We understand that winning more games than losing is a necessary component of playing tournament cricket.
“Winning gives you a point in the group, but ultimately, you need to win the remaining two games [against Oman and Nambia].
“Beating Australia will be good for momentum and confidence,” he continued.
Australia is “pumped” for the England match.
After a difficult start, Australia defeated Oman by 39 runs thanks to an all-around performance by Marcus Stoinis with the bat and ball.
Although their team was a little anxious throughout the match, captain Mitchell Marsh said they were pleased with the victory and eager for their matchup with old rivals England on Saturday.
For the match in Barbados, Marsh predicts that there will be a larger number of England supporters than Australians, joking that the mood will be similar to that of Headingly in Leeds.
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