The 5th ODI match of the Australia tour of England 2024 will see England (ENG) playing against Australia (AUS) at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday, September 29. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the ENG vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.
England made a terrific comeback in the series as they won the last two matches after losing the first two. Now, the ODI series is at a standstill with 2-2. Whoever wins today's match will win the series. The last ODI match was won by England by 186 runs.
These two teams have played a total of 160 head-to-head ODI matches. England have won 65 matches, while Australia have won 90 matches. 3 matches ended in no results and 2 matches ended in draws.
ENG vs AUS Match Details
The 5th ODI match of the Australia tour of England 2024 will be played on September 29 at the County Ground in Bristol. The game is set to take place at 3:30 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
ENG vs AUS, 5th ODI Match
Date and Time: 29th September 2024, 3:30 PM IST
Venue: County Ground, Bristol
Pitch Report
The pitch at County Ground in Bristol is good for both batters and bowlers. Pacers are more important than spinners at this pitch. Fans can overall expect a good scoring match.
The last ODI match played here was between Ireland and England back in 2023. England smashed 280 at loss of 4 wickets in just 31 overs before that match was abandoned due to rain.
ENG vs AUS Form Guide
ENG - W W L L L
AUS - L L W W W
ENG vs AUS Probable Playing XI
ENG Playing XI
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Phil Salt (wk), Will Jacks, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook (c), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts
AUS Playing XI
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Steve Smith, Mitchell Marsh (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Sean Abbott, Josh Inglis, Travis Head, Adam Zampa
ENG vs AUS Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Alex Carey
Alex Carey is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He will bat in the middle order but is in top notch form. He has already smashed 164 runs in the last four matches. Jamie Smith is another good wicket-keeper option. He has already smashed 118 runs in the last four matches.
Batters
Travis Head
Travis Head and Harry Brook are the two best batsmen picks for today's Dream11 team. Travis Head has already smashed 217 runs and taken 2 wickets in the last three matches. Marnus Labuschagne is another good batter who can play well in today's match. He has already taken 3 wickets and smashed 100 runs in the last four matches.
All-rounders
Will Jacks
Will Jacks and Liam Livingstone are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Will Jacks has already taken 1 wicket and smashed 156 runs in the last four matches. Glenn Maxwell is another good all-rounder for today's match. He has smashed 39 runs and taken 3 wickets in the last three matches.
Bowlers
Adam Zampa
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Adam Zampa and Brydon Carse. Adam Zampa is expected to trouble English batters once again. He has already taken 6 wickets in the last three matches. Mitchell Starc is another good bowler option for today's match.
ENG vs AUS match captain and vice-captain choices
Travis Head
Travis Head is one of the most crucial picks from Australia as the pitch is expected to support batters and pacers. He will open the innings with Mitchell Marsh and bowl a good number of overs. He has already smashed 217 runs and taken 2 wickets in the last three matches.
Will Jacks
Will Jacks is the most crucial pick from the England squad. He will bat in the top order and bowl a good number of overs. He has already smashed 156 runs and taken 1 wicket in the last four matches.
5 Must-Picks for ENG vs AUS, 5th ODI Match
Glenn Maxwell
Harry Brook
Liam Livingstone
Travis Head
Will Jacks
England vs Australia Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good for both batters and bowlers. It is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: A Carey
Batters: T Head, B Duckett, H Brook, M Marsh
All-rounders: L Livingstone, G Maxwell, W Jacks
Bowlers: M Starc, B Carse, A Zampa
England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: A Carey
Batters: T Head, B Duckett, H Brook, M Labuschagne
All-rounders: L Livingstone, W Jacks
Bowlers: M Starc, B Carse, A Zampa, M Potts
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