The stage is set at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, as England and Scotland lock horns in the 23rd match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM IST.
Both teams are fighting to secure a spot in the Super Eight stage from Group C. England had a mixed start, a close win over Nepal and a 30-run loss to West Indies, while Scotland began with a convincing win against Italy but stumbled against the Windies.
On paper, England looks stronger, but Scotland comes in with confidence and momentum. Fans can expect big shots in the powerplay and an exciting, edge-of-the-seat contest.
England vs Scotland 23rd Match Odds
England enters as the favorites on most betting platforms due to a balanced lineup and a stronger T20 pedigree. Scotland, while the underdogs, can be dangerous if they execute their plans perfectly.
| Platform | England Win Odds | Scotland Win Odds | Toss Odds (ENG) | Toss Odds (SCO) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.75 | 2.1 | 1.8 | 1.95 |
| Stake | 1.78 | 2.05 | 1.82 | 1.93 |
| 4RABET | 1.72 | 2.15 | 1.78 | 1.98 |
| BetVibe | 1.8 | 2 | 1.85 | 1.92 |
Venue Guide – Eden Gardens, Kolkata
The legendary Eden Gardens in Kolkata is all set to host this high-stakes clash, with its massive 63,000-strong crowd ready to witness fireworks.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium | Eden Gardens |
| City | Kolkata, India |
| Capacity | 63,000 |
| Ends | High Court End, Pavilion End |
| Pitch | Balanced; true bounce early, slows and assists spinners later |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 140–150 runs |
| Toss Impact & Dew | Teams often bat first; 70% of wins by the first-innings team |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (IN) |
| Hosts | Bengal Cricket Association, Kolkata Knight Riders |
ENG vs SCO T20 WC 2026 – Squads
Here is the full Squad of england and scotland for T20 world cup match:
England Squad
Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton (wk), Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Philip Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood
Scotland Squad
Richie Berrington (c), George Munsey, Michael Leask, Tom Bruce, Matthew Cross, Bradley Currie, Oliver Davidson, Chris Greaves, Zainullah Ihsan, Michael Jones, Finlay McCreath, Brandon McMullen, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt, Bradley Wheal
Pitch & Weather Report
Eden Gardens offers balanced conditions, helping pacers early on and spinners later. Batters get true bounce and consistent stroke-making conditions. Average first-innings totals are 140–150 runs. Toss-winning captains usually opt to bat first. The weather is sunny with light winds:
- Temperature: 29°C
- Humidity: 30–40%
- Rain Chance: 10%
- Wind: 10 km/h
ENG vs SCO Head-to-Head Stats (T20Is)
Both teams have faced each other only once in T20Is, but that match was washed out, so this encounter is effectively their first competitive T20I.
| Total Matches | 1 |
| England Won | 0 |
| Scotland Won | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
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ENG vs SCO T20 WC 2026 Match Prediction
England is favored to win due to their stronger squad, batting firepower, and versatile bowling. Scotland, however, carries momentum from previous wins and can challenge England on a batting-friendly pitch at Eden Gardens. Toss-winning captains might choose to bat first, but the match could easily tilt with a few big overs or key wickets. Fans can expect a high-scoring, thrilling encounter, with the game likely decided in the final overs.
