WI vs ENG 2024, 1st ODI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | West Indies vs England

The West Indies are gearing up to face England in a three-match ODI series, with the first game set to take place at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Thursday. This series marks a fresh chapter for both teams, especially for England, who last lost the ODI leg on the Caribbean tour by 2-1.

This time, England will be led by Liam Livingstone, stepping in as captain. The squad includes promising newcomers, with Jafer Chohan and Jacob Bethell making their way into the lineup, poised to showcase their potential on the international stage.

Historically, England holds the edge in head-to-head encounters with 53 wins, while the West Indies have claimed 46 victories. Additionally, six matches between the two sides have ended with no result.

England tour of West Indies, WI vs ENG, 1st ODI:

• Date and time: October 31; 06:00 pm GMT| 11:30 pm IST| 02:00 pm local
• Venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium provides a balanced opportunity for both batters and bowlers. Though scoring won’t come easily, batters who spend time at the crease and play calculated shots can build a solid innings. As the game progresses, spinners are expected to become increasingly impactful. Consequently, the team winning the toss may choose to bat first, looking to establish a competitive total for their opponents.

WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Shai Hope, Phil Salt
• Batters: Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford,
• All-rounder: Sam Curran, Roston Chase, Will Jacks, Romario Shepherd
• Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Gudakesh Motie, Jofra Archer

WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Liam Livinstone (c), Roston Chase (vc)
Choice 2: Will Jacks (c), Romario Shepherd (vc)

Also READ: WI vs ENG 2024: West Indies’ best playing XI for the ODI series against England

WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Brandon King, Alzarri Joseph, Reece Topley, Jacob Bethell

WI vs ENG Dream11 Team for today’s match (October 31, 06:00 pm GMT):

Squads:

West Indies: Keacy Carty, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (c & wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jewel Andrew, Hayden Walsh, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde

England: Philip Salt, Jordan Cox, Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone (c), Dan Mousley, Jacob Bethell, Michael-Kyle Pepper (wk), Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Rehan Ahmed, Reece Topley, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, John Turner, Jafer Chohan

Also READ: WI vs ENG 2024 – England’s best playing XI for the ODI series against West Indies