T20 World Cup 2024 WI vs AFG: Match 40 Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

WI vs AFG, T20 World Cup 2024: Dream11 Prediction for Match 40 [AP Photos]

West Indies (WI) will play against Afghanistan (AFG) in the 40th match of the T20 World Cup 2024. This match will be played at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St. Lucia, West Indies. 

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match. 

WI vs AFG Head-to-Head Stats

West Indies and Afghanistan have played seven matches against each other and the contest has been pretty close between them. West Indies have won four of these seven games while Afghanistan have won three matches. 

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WI vs AFG Pitch Report

The wicket at St. Lucia has only witnessed one match in this tournament so far. It has looked like a good batting wicket, and it is even probably the best in the tournament. In the two innings that have been played here, we have seen 180-plus totals, and that will encourage the batters before they come out to play here.

Darren Sammy Stadium Ground Stats (T20 World Cup 2024)

Matches: 1
Matches won batting first: 0
Matches won batting second: 1

Fantasy value from the pitch report

• The track looked green, and the bowlers got help from the wicket at the initial stage. So, the new ball bowlers could be the go-to picks for the game. 
• Batters who enjoy the ball coming onto the bat could prove to be beneficial choices for the game.  

WI vs AFG Fantasy Cricket Tips

Both the teams are playing great cricket in the tournament. They will be looking to win this game, top the group, and then carry the momentum to the Super Eights. A 6-5 combination in favour of the team you are betting your odds on will be the ideal way to go.

WI vs AFG Winner Prediction

Both West Indies and Afghanistan have played great cricket in the tournament. The Afghan Pace department has been their biggest asset in the tournament. However, considering how the wicket played in the Australia vs Scotland match and the batting strength of the two teams, it looks like West Indies might take the match away.

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WI vs AFG Top Player Picks

Nicholas Pooran (WI)

The West Indian keeper has not yet found his form in the tournament. However, the wicket might be ideal for his aggressive batting style, which makes him a prime choice for the game.

Akeal Hosein (WI)

The left-arm orthodox bowler mostly opens the bowling for West Indies and does a great job at that. On a wicket which has a bit of grass, Akeal Hosein's seam-up deliveries might prove to be beneficial, and he could end up with valuable fantasy points.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (AFG)

The Afghan opener has been in fine form in the tournament. Rahmanullah Gurbaz has scored 167 runs in three matches and is currently the highest run-scorer in the T20 World Cup 2024. With the form that he is in, Gurbaz will be one of the safest choices for the fantasy contests.

Fazalhaq Farooqi (AFG)

The left-arm pacer has been the pillar of Afghanistan's success in the tournament. If the ball provides a bit of movement with the new ball, then Fazalhaq Farooqi could turn out to be the highest point earner in the game.

WI vs AFG Differential Picks

Johnson Charles (WI)

The aggressive West Indian opener has not yet found a rhythm with the bat. However, with the ball coming onto the bat on this track, this could well be Johnson Charles' day.

Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG)

The Afghan all-rounder has not yet delivered as per expectations. But being a top-order batter and an efficient medium-pace bowler, Azmatullah Omarzai could be a differential choice for the game.

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WI vs AFG Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the expected playing conditions and the strength of the two teams, a 2-3-2-4 or a 3-1-3-4 combination will be rewarding for the game. 

WI vs AFG Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Nicholas Pooran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Gulbadin Naib, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford
All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Andre Russell
Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Rashid Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Captain: Nicholas Pooran
Vice-captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz

West Indies: 6 Players; Afghanistan: 5 Players

WI vs AFG Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Gand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batter: Rovman Powell
All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Rashid Khan, Naveen-ul-haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Captain: Fazalhaq Farooqi
Vice-captain: Akeal Hosein

• West Indies: 5 Players; Afghanistan: 6 Players