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The West Indies and South Africa will lock horns in the opening T20I of their three-match series at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. Both teams will be eager to make a strong start to the series and gain momentum for the remainder of the tour.
The Windies have a talented T20I squad that is capable of causing an upset. Johnson Charles will be expected to provide a quickfire start at the top of the order, while Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran will be key in the middle overs. Rovman Powell will be leading the side and will also be an important contributor with both bat and ball. The bowling attack is led by Obed McCoy and Akeal Hosein, who can take wickets at regular intervals.
South Africa have a strong T20I team that is capable of challenging for the title. Reeza Hendricks and Aiden Markram will be opening the batting and will be looking to set the tone for the innings. Rassie van der Dussen and Tristan Stubbs are experienced campaigners who can provide stability in the middle order. The bowling attack is led by Lungi Ngidi and Lizaad Williams, who have the ability to swing the ball both ways.
South Africa tour of West Indies 2024, WI vs SA
- Date and Time: August 24, 2024; 12:30 am IST, 03:00 pm Local Time, 07:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba
The Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report
The Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad is typically known for its flat and batting-friendly pitches. However, the exact conditions for this match will depend on the recent rainfall and ground preparation.
Based on the historical trends, we can expect a pitch that is conducive to batting. However, the exact nature of the track will depend on the specific conditions on match day. Both batters and bowlers will have opportunities to make an impact.
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeeper: Nicholas Pooran
- Batters: Rassie van der Dussen
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers: Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Lungi Ngidi, Obed McCoy, Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Choice 1: Nicholas Pooran (c), Rassie van der Dussen (vc)
Choice 2: Aiden Markram (c), Roston Chase (vc)
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Shai Hope
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WI vs SA Dream11 Team for today’s match (August 24, 07:00 pm GMT)
Squads
West Indies: Johnson Charles(w), Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Nicholas Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell(c), Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Obed McCoy, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Alick Athanaze, Sherfane Rutherford, Matthew Forde, Fabian Allen
South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram(c), Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton(w), Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi, Lizaad Williams, Ottneil Baartman, Jason Smith, Bjorn Fortuin, Donovan Ferreira, Kwena Maphaka
