WI vs SA 2024, 1st Test: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | West Indies vs South Africa

South Africa will face West Indies in a multi-format series, consisting of two Test matches and three T20 Internationals (T20Is). The Test series will be played from August 7 to 19, with the first Test taking place from August 7 to 11 at Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, and the second Test from August 15 to 19 at National Stadium, Guyana.

West Indies squad and recent form

The West Indies recently toured England for a three-match Test series, where they suffered a whitewash. They will be looking to bounce back with a stronger performance against South Africa. Kraigg Brathwaite will continue to lead the Caribbean side, with vice-captain Alzarri Joseph being rested for the series. Joshua Da Silva will step in as Brathwaite’s deputy for the Test matches.

South Africa squad and preparations

South Africa will be led by Temba Bavuma. In preparation for the Test series, the Proteas played a warm-up match against the West Indies Championship XI in Tarouba. The match ended in a draw, but it provided valuable practice for the South African batters.

South Africa’s tour of West Indies, 1st Test:

• Date: Aug 7, 7:30 pm (IST), 2:00 pm (GMT), 10:00 am (LOCAL)
• Venue: Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad

Queen’s Park Oval Pitch Report

The pitch at Queen’s Park Oval is renowned for its balanced nature, providing opportunities for both bowlers and batters. Early in the match, bowlers often hold a slight advantage, especially in the first half, where they can exploit any initial movement and seam. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, becoming more favorable for batters. This shift allows batters to settle in and play their shots with greater confidence, making it a dynamic surface that tests the skills of both sides.

WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Kyle Verreynne, Joshua Da Silva
• Batters: Kraigg Brathwaite, Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma, Alick Athanaze
• All-rounders: Jason Holder, Wiaan Mulder
• Bowlers: Kemar Roach, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada

WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Aiden Markram (c), Jason Holder (vc)
• Choice 2: Kagiso Rabada (c), Kemar Roach (vc)

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WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie

WI vs SA Dream11 Team for today’s match (August 7, 02:00 pm GMT):

WI vs SA, Dream11 Team (Image Source: Screenshot Dream11)

Squads:

West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (vc), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Bryan Charles, Justin Greaves, Jason Holder, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Shamar Joseph, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican

South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Dane Piedt, Kagiso Rabada, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Kyle Verreynne, Migael Pretorius.

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