WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – Australia Tour Of West Indies, 1st Test

WI vs AUS1st Test. [Source - WI/CriccrazyJohns/x.com]

West Indies (WI) and Australia (AUS) are squaring off against each other in the first Test of the three-match series from Wednesday, 25th June. The match will be played at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados and is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST.

Ahead of such a high-stake encounter, here is a quick look at the Dream11 prediction, fantasy tips, pitch conditions, top picks, and probable playing XIs for the fantasy contests.

Hot Picks For WI vs AUS Dream11 Team Today

West Indies

Kraigg Brathwaite

• Recent Form: 442 runs in last 10 matches.
• Kraigg Brathwaite remains a key player to watch in West Indies Test matches, especially at Bridgetown, Barbados, his home ground. Brathwaite scored a brilliant century last time West Indies played here and has three more half-centuries to his name, underlining his consistency and love for familiar conditions.

Jayden Seales

• Recent Form: 38 wickets in last 8 matches.
• Jayden Seales has been a brilliant find for West Indies in Test cricket, showcasing rapid growth and maturity. He was their standout bowler in the last World Test Championship cycle, claiming 38 wickets at a stunning average of 20.34 and a strike-rate of 35.4, firmly establishing himself as a pace spearhead.

Shamar Joseph

• Recent Form: 29 wickets in last 8 matches.
• Shamar Joseph is one of the most exciting names for WI ahead of the first Test. He had a brilliant series against Australia last time, grabbing 13 wickets in just two Tests. Overall, he took 29 wickets in the last WTC cycle, showcasing immense potential and impact.

Australia

Travis Head

• Recent Form: 635 runs in last 10 matches.
• Travis Head will be a crucial player for Australia, especially with someone like Steve Smith missing from the middle order. Known for his aggressive strokeplay, Head can be as dangerous as anyone on his day. His impact could be game-changing, both on the field and for your fantasy team.

Pat Cummins

• Recent Form: 38 wickets in last 8 matches.
• Pat Cummins remains Australia’s trump card, coming off a brilliant bowling performance in the WTC final against South Africa. Leading from the front, Cummins finished the cycle as the highest wicket-taker with 80 wickets in 18 matches. His consistency and leadership make him a must-pick in any fantasy lineup.

Mitchell Starc

• Recent Form: 34 wickets in last 10 matches.
• Mitchell Starc has been absolutely unstoppable in Test cricket over the last two years. The fiery left-arm pacer has rediscovered his rhythm with the red ball, consistently troubling batters across conditions. He finished the previous WTC cycle as the third-highest wicket-taker, reaffirming his status as a match-winner for Australia.

WI vs AUS 1st Test Weather And Pitch Today

Weather: The weather is expected to be hot and humid throughout the Test match in Bridgetown. The sky is expected to remain clear most of the time except on Day 2 and Day 4. As reported by AccuWeather, the temperature will be hovering around 32°C with around 65% chances of rain on Day 2 and Day 4, mostly during the morning and afternoon period.

Pitch: The pitch at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados tends to favour the batters early on, offering true bounce and value for shots. However, it dries out quickly as the match progresses, bringing spinners into play with some grip and uneven bounce. Pacers, on the other hand, need to adjust their lines smartly to exploit the two-paced nature the surface often develops later in the game.

The Kensington Oval, Bridgetown – Record Of Chasing Team

At the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, 55 Test matches have been played, producing 37 results, with 19 of those coming from successful fourth-innings chases. Notably, in the last ten Tests at this venue since 2010, teams chasing in the fourth innings have won half the matches.

WI vs AUS 1st Test Captain And Vice-Captain Picks

WI vs AUS 1st Test Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/ Small Leagues

WI vs AUS Team 1. [Source - Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Alex Carey
Batters: Travis Head, K Brathwaite
All-Rounders: Roston Chase, C Green
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Jayden Seales, Josh Hazlewood, S Joseph, J Warrican

Captain: Pat Cummins
Vice-Captain: Jayden Seales

WI vs AUS 1st Test Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

WI vs AUS Team 2. [Source - Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Alex Carey
Batters: K Brathwaite. Travis Head, S Konstas, 
All-Rounders: C Green
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, A Joseph, Jayden Seales, Josh Hazlewood, S Joseph

Captain: Mitchell Starc
Vice-Captain: K Brathwaite

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WI vs AUS 1st Test Expert Advice

Australia arrive fresh from a WTC final appearance, but questions remain over their recent batting form, especially without Steve Smith. West Indies, under coach Darren Sammy, are eyeing a strong start to their new cycle in their home conditions with bold selections and fresh faces.

From a fantasy perspective, batters are likely to enjoy conditions at the Kensington Oval, especially if Australia bat first. In that case, it's wise to select your team with more Australian batters. West Indies may find it difficult to go big with the bat, therefore, increase their bowling picks who could exploit the pitch later which might make a lot of difference.

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