WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for South Africa Tour of West Indies, 1st Test
The surface at Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad, generally offers a hint of lateral movement to the fast bowlers.
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The West Indies vs. South Africa Test 2024 series will start at the Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, on Wednesday, August 7. The upcoming West Indies vs. South Africa Test 2024 series is part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023–25.
Having achieved one win and three losses, South Africa currently sits sixth in the WTC 2023-25 points table and standings, while the West Indies sit at the bottom of the standings with one win, five defeats, and one draw thus far.
Ranked ninth in the ICC men’s Test team rankings, the West Indies cricket team will try to bounce back after suffering a 0-3 series defeat to England in the recently finished three-match series in the United Kingdom.
On the other hand, the world’s fourth-ranked Test side last played in a Test series against New Zealand in February. After picking a second-string squad, South Africa lost the two-match Test series 0-2.
As the team gears up for the upcoming clash, all eyes will be on the thrilling competition set to unfold on the cricket field.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy tips, the pitch report, the top player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
Match Information
West Indies vs South Africa, 1st Test
South Africa tour of West Indies, 7 Aug 2024, Wed, 7:30 PM IST ,Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad
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Players Stats in current Series
Tony de Zorzi
SA - bat
163 Runs
2 Matches
Tristan Stubbs
SA - bat
144 Runs
3 Matches
Tristan Stubbs
SA - bat
138 Runs
2 Matches
Shai Hope
WI - wk
134 Runs
3 Matches
Aiden Markram
SA - bat
82 Runs
1 Match
Jason Holder
WI - all
121 Runs
2 Matches
Shamar Joseph
WI - all
76.60
1 Match
Nicholas Pooran
WI - wk
205.17
3 Matches
Jomel Warrican
WI - bowl
61.22
2 Matches
Shimron Hetmyer
WI - bat
182.35
1 Match
Aiden Markram
SA - bat
76.64
1 Match
Kyle Verreynne
SA - wk
60.10
2 Matches
Dane Piedt
SA - bowl
4 Wkts
1 Match
Keshav Maharaj
SA - bowl
13 Wkts
2 Matches
Romario Shepherd
WI - all
6 Wkts
3 Matches
Lungi Ngidi
SA - bowl
3 Wkts
1 Match
Jayden Seales
WI - bowl
12 Wkts
2 Matches
Matthew Forde
WI - bat
5 Wkts
3 Matches
Jason Holder
WI - all
2.24
2 Matches
Akeal Hosein
WI - bowl
5.27
3 Matches
Dane Piedt
SA - bowl
2.22
1 Match
Keshav Maharaj
SA - bowl
2.51
2 Matches
Romario Shepherd
WI - all
7.56
3 Matches
Shamar Joseph
WI - all
2.69
1 Match
Probable Playing XI
West Indies
Jason Holder, G Moti-Kanhai, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, J Da Silva (wk), Kraigg Brathwaite (C), A Athanaze, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Kirk McKenzie, Kevin Sinclair
Bench : Keacy Carty, TA Imlach, T Chanderpaul, KAR Hodge, M Louis, JP Greaves, Z McCaskie, Akeem Jordan, JA Warrican, BNL Charles, Jeremiah Louis
South Africa
RD Rickelton (wk), AK Markram, T Stubbs, K Rabada, KA Maharaj, L Ngidi, N Burger, T de Zorzi, MP Breetzke, T Bavuma (C), DG Bedingham
Bench : K Verreynne, M Pretorius, D Paterson, Wiaan Mulder, DL Piedt
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Pitch Report
76%
Pace Bowling
24%
Spin Bowling
60%
Batting Pitch
322
Average Score
40%
Bowling Pitch
Player Picks
Kraigg Brathwaite WI | BAT
Kraigg Brathwaite is known for his solid technique and ability to bat for long periods. As captain, he leads by example, providing stability at the top of the order. His experience in international cricket will be crucial in guiding the team through challenging situations.
Joshua Da Silva WI | WK
Joshua Da Silva combines his wicketkeeping skills with the ability to score runs in the middle order. His calm demeanour and tactical awareness make him an essential part of the team, especially in pressure situations.
Shamar Joseph WI | ALL
Shamar Joseph adds depth to the pace attack with his ability to bowl consistently at a good pace. His role will be to support Roach and Seales in applying pressure on the South African batting lineup.
Kemar Roach WI | BOWL
Kemar Roach is one of the most experienced bowlers in the squad. His pace, swing, and ability to bowl in the death overs make him a key player in the bowling lineup. He has a knack for taking early wickets, which can set the tone for the innings.
Aiden Markram SA | BAT
One should keep this Proteas all-rounder in the squad owing to his magnificent form. His adaptability will be crucial in building innings and providing stability in the middle order.
Jayden Seales WI | BOWL
Jayden Seales is a young fast bowler with the potential to make a significant impact. His pace and ability to swing the ball can trouble batsmen, especially in the early overs.
Temba Bavuma SA | BAT
South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma has the great stats in the 50-over format. His inclusion adds depth to the batting lineup, and he is expected to build partnerships in the middle overs.
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Nandre Burger
SA | BOWL
Tristan Stubbs
SA | BAT
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