England and West Indies have each played 4 matches in the series. England is aiming to solidify their position at the top, while West Indies currently holds the fourth spot on the points table. The last encounter between the two teams was in the 5th T20I of the England vs West Indies, 5 T20I Series, 2023. Adil Rashid was the standout performer for England with 67 match fantasy points, while Gudakesh Motie led the way for West Indies with 101 match fantasy points.
In their recent match against Namibia, England emerged victorious by 41 runs (DLS method) with Harry Brook being the top fantasy player with 85 fantasy points. On the other hand, West Indies defeated Afghanistan by 104 runs in their last match, with Nicholas Pooran earning 146 fantasy points.
ENG vs WI, Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The pitch at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia is balanced, with an average 1st innings score of 110 runs in the last 20 matches. The team batting first has a 45% win rate at this venue, suggesting that the toss may not have a significant impact. The weather forecast indicates cloud cover and possible light rain, which could assist the pacers with movement.
Pace or Spin?
Pacers have had more success at this venue, accounting for 75% of the total wickets. It is advisable to include pace bowlers in your fantasy team for this match as well.
Weather Report
The temperature is expected to be around 27.64 degrees Celsius with a humidity of 71%. Wind speeds of 8.09 m/s are anticipated, with the possibility of light rain affecting playing conditions.
ENG vs WI, Fantasy XI Top Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
Johnson Charles, Sam Curran, Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Phil Salt, Adil Rashid, Andre Russell, and Roston Chase are key players to consider for your Fantasy XI Team, with Sam Curran suggested as the Captain and Adil Rashid as the Vice-Captain based on their recent performances.
ENG vs WI Squads
England (ENG) Squad: Adil Rashid, Moeen Ali, Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Chris Jordan, Mark Wood, Reece Topley, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Jofra Archer, Sam Curran, Phil Salt, Harry Brook, Will Jacks and Tom Hartley
West Indies (WI) Squad: Andre Russell, Johnson Charles, Akeal Hosein, Roston Chase, Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Obed McCoy, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford and Shamar Joseph
ENG vs WI Fantasy XI Team
Wicket-Keepers: Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran and Phil Salt
Batters: Jonny Bairstow and Sherfane Rutherford
All-Rounders: Sam Curran and Andre Russell
Bowlers: Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Adil Rashid and Chris Jordan
Captain: Sam Curran
Vice-Captain: Adil Rashid
