WI vs ENG Match Prediction- 5th T20I, England tour of West Indies 2024

England and the West Indies will face off in their T20 series' final match on Sunday at the Darren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia.

England have already secured the series 3-1, but the home team's win in the fourth game will make this exciting The West Indies made a statement in their last game chasing down England's huge 218-run target - a record high at this venue. Shai Hope and Evin Lewis teamed up to score 136 runs in just 55 balls proving that Caribbean batsmen can still hit big.

England have controlled the series even with their recent loss. Phil Salt scored 55 in the last game, while Jacob Bethell hit an unbeaten 62 showing their steady play throughout.

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WI vs ENG Team Analysis

West Indies

Rovman Powell will lead the West Indies team and will want to end the series on a high. Powell known for his explosive batting plays quickfire knocks and has often swung games in his team's favor

England

England’s skipper Jos Buttler brings experience and a cool head to the team but has not been at his best for some time except few performances here and there. He’ll aim to lead from the front with his batting as England looks to wrap up the series.

WI vs ENG Key Factors

Pitch Conditions

The 5th WI vs ENG T20I will be played at the Darren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia. The pitch here is the best in the Caribbean for batting and can expect a high-scoring match here.

The average first-innings total at the venue is 174 and the batsmen from both the teams will be looking to make the most of the conditions.

Form and Fitness

All the players in both squads are fit and available for the upcoming fourth WI vs ENG T20I.

Tactical Acumen

WI – Windies really came to its fore in the last match where they chased down a record target at the same ground and with Rovman Powell and Shai Hope showing some form, we can expect the same stroke play here.

England – England didn’t have a field day in the last match with the ball but their batting showed the same ruthless display and can expect the same in this T20.

WI vs ENG Match Prediction- 5th T20I, England tour of West Indies 2024

WI vs ENG Score Prediction

WI vs ENG - Players to perform prediction

WI: Evin Lewis, Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, Alzarri Joseph, and Gudakesh Motie are the key players for the West Indies.

ENG: Philip Salt, Will Jacks, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, and Jofra Archer are key players for visitors.

Best Batsman Prediction

Who will score the most runs for WI in the match: Shai Hope or Nicholas Pooran

Who will score the most runs for ENG in the match: Phil Salt or Jos Buttler

Best Bowler Prediction

Who will pick the most wickets for WI in the match: Gudakesh Motie or Alzarri Joseph

Who will pick the most wickets for ENG in the match: Jofra Archer or Sam Curran

Conclusion - Who will win the match?

West Indies shower in their last match they are a serious threat with the bat and will look to end a series on a high. England on the other hand has already sealed the series and will look to check their bench strength. West Indies are likely to take this game.