Amid all the IPL action, the preparation for the upcoming T20I World Cup for the rest of the world has entered the final stages. India's neighbours Pakistan, are set for a tour of England, for a four-match bilateral series.
After hosting New Zealand and visiting Ireland for a bilateral series, the Green Shirts are on the final stretch of their tour, ahead of heading to the United States for the World Cup. Head Coach Gary Kirsten will take the helm for the first time, since his appointment in early May.
Meanwhile, English players, who were a part of the ongoing Indian Premier League, have all returned home for the bilateral series. Skipper Jos Buttler would lead the preliminary England squad for the World Cup, in the bilateral series, as England look to defend their T20I World Cup title in a month's time.
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Where is the 1st T20I between England and Pakistan being held?
The Headingley in Leeds will host the inaugural T20I game of the four-match series between England and Pakistan.
What time does the England vs Pakistan 1st T20I start?
The action on May 22, 2024, will kick off at 11:00 PM IST.
How to watch England vs Pakistan 1st T20I from India?
The bilateral T20I series between England and Pakistan will be telecasted in India on the Sony Sports Network. Moreover, the fans can also catch all the cricketing action on both Fancode and Sony LIV platforms. (App and Website).
| Match | Date and Time | TV channel | Live streaming |
| England vs Pakistan: 1st T20I | May 22, 11:00 PM IST |
Sony Sports Network |
Sony LIV App/Website Fancode App/Website |