ENG vs SCO Prediction Match 23- Who Will Win Today? ICC T20 World Cup 2026

ENG vs SCO Match 23 Predictions. [Source - @icc/x.com]

England and Scotland are set to clash in Match 23 of the T20 World Cup 2026 on Saturday, February 14 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The contest begins at 3:00 PM IST, shaping up as a pivotal Group C afternoon encounter.

England narrowly escaped against Nepal and suffered defeat to West Indies in their Mumbai fixtures, casting doubts over Super 8 hopes. Scotland, fresh from a dominant win against Italy and placed above England in Group C, aim to capitalize confidently.

ENG vs SCO current form (last 5 matches)

England vs Scotland: Key player battles

George Munsey vs Jofra Archer

The powerplay duel between Scotland’s in-form opener George Munsey and England speedster Jofra Archer promises early sparks. Munsey, Scotland’s leading batter since 2025, smashed a match-winning 84 off 54 against Italy and thrives on attacking starts. Archer, taking the new ball, will aim to unsettle Munsey with pace and bounce. 

Jacob Bethell vs Michael Leask

Jacob Bethell has been the face of England’s batting in this T20 World Cup, impressing as a left-hander with impactful performances. His wicket will be key, and Michael Leask, Scotland’s off-spinner with five wickets in two games in this T20 World Cup, will be the frontrunner to challenge and contain Bethell’s scoring.

Harry Brook vs Mark Watt

England struggled against West Indies’ spinners, with Harry Brook dismissed by left-arm spinner, despite usually performing well. His contest against Scotland’s frontline spinner Mark Watt will be pivotal, as how Brook handles Watt could have a major impact on England’s innings and the overall outcome of the game for Scotland.

ENG vs SCO Top Performers

(Considering players from the current squad)

Most runs for ENG vs SCO

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Most wickets for ENG vs SCO

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Most runs for SCO vs ENG

Michael Jones (45*), George Munsey (41*)

Most wickets for SCO vs ENG

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England vs Scotland Toss Prediction

Eden Gardens in Kolkata has been a good batting surface, especially for teams batting first. Chasing has proven tricky in the day games, as the pitch offers some grip for bowlers as the second innings progresses. A total around 180 is well defendable, so the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first and set a challenging target.

England vs Scotland 1st innings score prediction

Powerplay: 55/1

Final score: 175/6

England vs Scotland 2nd innings score prediction

Powerplay: 48/2

Final score: 170/9

ENG vs SCO top players prediction

ENG's top players

Probable best batters

Phil Salt, Jacob Bethell

Probable best bowlers

Adil Rashid, Sam Curran

SCO’s top players

Probable best batters

George Munsey, Brandon McMullen

Probable best bowlers

Michael Leask, Brad Currie

Who will hit the most sixes in the England vs Scotland Match 23?

Jacob Bethell

Who will hit the most fours in the England vs Scotland Match 23?

Phil Salt

ENG vs SCO Match Winner Prediction: Who Will Win Match 23?

England head into this clash under pressure after a mixed start to the tournament, while Scotland have shown the fundamentals to trouble their opponents and could pose another challenge, this time to Harry Brook's men. 

However, England’s batting firepower and experience might just be enough to get them over the line against Scotland and secure their second win of the T20 World Cup 2026.