WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- South Africa Tour of West Indies 2024, 1st T20I
Published - 23 Aug 2024, 04:09 PM | Updated - 26 Aug 2024, 11:22 AM

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The West Indies will take on South Africa in the first T20I match at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Tarouba, Trinidad and Tobago, starting at 12:30 AM IST on August 24th.
Get the best WI vs SA Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st T20I match of the South Africa Tour of West Indies 2024. Expert analysis and more.
WI vs SA Match Preview:
The West Indies and South Africa are all set to clash in the first T20I of their 5-match series. The action will unfold at the Queen Elizabeth Oval in Antigua on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
The West Indies squad boasts a formidable batting lineup, led by the experienced Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran. The power-hitting duo of Johnson Charles and Rovman Powell will be crucial in the middle overs. The bowling attack is spearheaded by Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie, who will look to exploit the conditions.
Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram, and Rassie van der Dussenn anchor south Africa’s batting. The explosive Tristan Stubbs and Donovan Ferreira can contribute to the middle order. The bowling attack is led by Lungi Ngidi and Ottneil Bartman, who will aim to make early inroads.
Both teams have a history of producing thrilling encounters. The West Indies will be looking to capitalize on home advantage, while South Africa will be aiming to start their tour on a winning note. A closely contested match is expected, with the outcome likely to hinge on the performance of the key players on both sides.
WI vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
West Indies | 11 |
South Africa | 12 |
WI vs SA Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 34°C |
Weather Forecast | Light Rain |
Pitch Behaviour | Bowling-Friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 96 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 57% |
WI vs SA Playing 11s (Predicted):
West Indies Playing 11: Shai Hope, Fabien Allen, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Obed McCoy, Shamar Joseph, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell ©
South Africa Playing 11: Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Wiaan Mulder, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Bartman, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram ©, Rassie van der Dussenn
Hot Picks for WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Nicholas Pooran – He is a left-handed batsman from the West Indies who is known for his hard-hitting ability. |
Aiden Markram – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from South Africa. |
Top Picks:
Roston Chase is a right-handed batsman from West Indies who bowls right-arm off-spin with the ball. |
Ottneil Baartman – He is a right-arm medium-fast bowler from West Indies who will be handy while bowling first. |
Budget Picks:
Romario Shepherd – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from West Indies. |
Nandre Burger – He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast bowler from South Africa. |
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Nicholas Pooran & Aiden Markram |
Vice-Captain | Roston Chase & Ottneil Baartman |
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Nicholas Pooran (c), Shai Hope
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram, Rostan Chase (vc), Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers – Akeal Hosein, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram (c), Rostan Chase, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers – Akeal Hosein, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman (vc), Obed McCoy
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I South Africa Tour of West Indies 2024 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Donovan Ferreira | 7.0 credits | NA |
Alick Athanaze | 7.0 credits | NA |
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I South Africa Tour of West Indies 2024 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Nicholas Pooran |
GL Captaincy Choice | Aiden Markram |
Punt Picks | Obed McCoy and Tristan Stubbs |
Dream11 Combination | 2-3-3-3 |
WI vs SA Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.
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