ENG vs SA 2025, 2nd T20I Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between England and South Africa?

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The T20I series between England and South Africa heads to Manchester as the two sides gear up for the second encounter at Emirates Old Trafford. With South Africa clinching a 14-run (DLS) victory in the rain-affected first match, the visitors have taken a 1-0 lead and will be eager to seal the series with another win.

South Africa showcased a strong all-round performance in the opener, with their batting depth and disciplined bowling proving decisive. With momentum on their side, the Proteas will be confident of wrapping up the series at Old Trafford.

England, on the other hand, find themselves under pressure after falling short in the first game. Despite a few promising performances with the bat, the hosts struggled to keep up with the required rate and couldn’t counter South Africa’s bowlers in the key moments. Harry Brook and his men now face a must-win situation to level the series and take it to a decider.

Matches Played: 27 | England won: 12 | South Africa won: 14 | No results: 1

Old Trafford Cricket Ground has long been known for delivering a balanced contest between bat and ball. However, one of its striking features is the advantage it offers to teams batting first. Despite the surface assisting bowlers as the game progresses, sides setting a target have more often secured victories.

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England: Harry Brook (c), Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Rehan Ahmed, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Luke Wood

South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Lizaad Williams

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Match result: Team batting first to win the contest.

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