After some grueling Test cricket over the past few weeks, West Indies and Australia are set to clash in a three-match T20I series starting July 21 at Sabina Park, Kingston.
The hosts, West Indies, will enter the series hoping to put up a stronger fight after being brutally whitewashed in the Test series. Led by Shai Hope, the Caribbean side is currently navigating a difficult phase in international cricket, with several promising players having recently retired. This T20I series presents a crucial opportunity for them to regroup and begin rebuilding the legacy of West Indies cricket.
Australia, on the other hand, will be looking to continue their dominant run. With a number of exciting young talents in the squad, the visitors are clearly eyeing long-term success with the T20 World Cup 2026 in sight. Under the captaincy of Mitchell Marsh, Australia will be aiming to test their bench strength, fine-tune combinations, and maintain their winning momentum.
WI vs AUS Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played: 22 | WI won: 11 | AUS won: 11 | No Results: 00
WI vs AUS Match Details
- Date and Time: 5:30 AM / 12:00 AM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL (July 20)
- Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston
Sabina Park Pitch Report:
The pitch at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica is traditionally known to offer good bounce and pace, making it a favorable surface for fast bowlers early on. However, with time, it tends to settle down and become better for batting, especially in T20s. Spinners might find some grip as the match progresses, but it’s usually a high-scoring venue with short boundaries aiding the batters. The outfield is quick, and stroke-makers will enjoy the true bounce and pace on offer. Captains winning the toss may prefer to chase, considering the dew factor and the ground’s reputation for exciting second-innings run chases.
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Shai Hope, Josh Inglis
- Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Evin Lewis, Shimron Hetmyer, Jake Fraser-McGurk
- All-rounders: Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Alzarri Joseph
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain
- Choice 1: Mitchell Marsh (c), Evin Lewis (vc)
- Choice 2: Andre Russell (c), Glenn Maxwell (vc)
Also READ: West Indies pick two newcomers in T20I squad for Australia series
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Backups
Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Sean Abbott, Cameron Green
WI vs AUS Dream11 team for today’s match (July 21, 12:00 AM GMT):
Squads:
West Indies: Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Jediah Blades, Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Gudakesh Motie
Australia: Mitchell Owen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mitchell Marsh(c), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis(w), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Cooper Connolly, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardie, Matthew Kuhnemann, Ben Dwarshuis
Also READ: Sam Konstas sets up an embarrassing record becoming Australia’s worst opener in West Indies in four decades
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