WI vs SA 2024: 2nd Test Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report, Top Picks

Alick Athanaze in action during the first WI vs SA Test (x.com)

West Indies and South Africa will collide in the second Test of their two-match series between August 15 and August 19 at the iconic Guyana’s Providence Stadium. The opening Test of the series, played out last week, turned out to be a rain-marred draw at Port of Spain. With the series on the line and 12 crucial WTC 2023-25 points up for grabs, both West Indies and South Africa will be aiming to put their best foot forward in Guyana.

Here at OneCricket, we take a look at Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, pitch report, top player picks and the best-predicted fantasy XIs for the match.

WI vs SA 2024 Head-to-Head Stats

West Indies and South Africa share a storied Test rivalry that dates back to 1992. To date, the two nations have played 33 Test matches against each other, out of which eight resulted in draws. South Africa holds a superior head-to-head record over West Indies, having registered 22 wins from the remaining 25 result-oriented fixtures.

WI vs SA 2024 Pitch Report

Historically, the playing conditions at the Providence Stadium in Guyana is at its pristine best for batters on the first two days of a Test. The average first innings total at the venue so far has emerged in the range of early 350s. Considering the overall track record of the stadium, the captain winning the toss will likely be aiming to bat first.

Fantasy value from the pitch report

• As per the pitch report, express pacemen will likely be considered as favorable wicket-taking options with the new-ball. Selecting at least one specialist spinner will also be considered an ideal choice for the playing conditions on offer.
• To earn effective points from the fantasy contests, it is imperative to select a composed and stable batting unit that can occupy long hours at the crease.

WI vs SA 2024 Fantasy Cricket Tips

West Indies Heavy Fantasy XI

• Middle-order batter Alick Athanaze punched out a match-saving 92 for the West Indies in the series-opening first Test in Port of Spain last week. Athanaze has also tallied over 400 runs in his past eight Test appearances, making him an ideal pick in case of selecting a West Indies-heavy fantasy team.
• West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican picked up six South African wickets in the first Test, including four in the first innings. The cricketer also scored a valiant 35* with the bat to cap a sensational all-round performance for himself.

South Africa Heavy Fantasy XI

• Tony de Zorzi emerged as the highest run-maker across both innings of the first Test from either side. On testing conditions, the left-handed top-order batter tallied 123 runs through scores of 78 and 45. Temba Bavuma’s selection in the fantasy team will also be considered an ideal choice considering the Proteas skipper has stacked nearly 500 runs in his previous seven Tests.
• South Africa holds a potent pace attack under the supervision of senior man Kagiso Rabada. Apart from the seasoned speedster, selecting ace spinner Keshav Maharaj will also come in handy for the fantasy contests.

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WI vs SA 2024 Winner Prediction

South Africa’s star-studded bowling line-up and recent form makes them outright favorites to topple hosts West Indies in the series-deciding second Test match in Guyana.

WI vs SA 2024 Top Player Picks

Alick Athanaze (WI)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 95 runs in 2 innings
• West Indies middle-order Alick Athanaze scored an attacking 92 from just 116 balls in the fourth innings of the first Test match last week. He eventually concluded the match as the lone half-centurion from the West Indies playing group. Athanaze’s recent batting form makes him a favorable candidate to be picked for a West Indies-heavy fantasy team.

Jomel Warrican (WI)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 6 wickets in 2 innings
• West Indies spinner Jomel Warrican toiled away for 22 overs in the first South African innings and was rewarded with four crucial wickets to bag figures of 4-69. He picked two additional wickets in the second innings to finish the match with six scalps. Warrican was also one of the highest scorers during West Indies’ dismal first innings batting performance.

Tony de Zorzi (SA)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 123 runs in 2 innings
• Tony de Zorzi launched seven boundaries and two sixes to score 78 runs for South Africa in the first innings. While the 27-year-old only averages a mere 29.77 in Test cricket, the young top-order batter displayed much grit and determination on testing Port of Spain conditions.

Kagiso Rabada (SA)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 4 wickets in 2 innings
• Senior South African paceman Kagiso Rabada picked up four wickets across both innings of the opening Test. The speedster has also stacked up a staggering haul of 38 wickets in his previous eight Test matches, making him ideal pick for the fantasy team.

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WI vs SA 2024 Differential Picks

Keacy Carty (WI)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 73 runs in 2 innings
• Keacy Carty celebrated his Test debut last week by top-scoring for West Indies against a charged-up South African bowling attack. The 27-year-old unleashed 42 fighting runs in the first innings and another 31 in the second to finish his first match with 73 runs, the second highest among all West Indies batters.

Temba Bavuma (SA)

• SA tour of WI 2024 Test series stats: 101 runs in 2 innings
• South African captain Temba Bavuma scored 101 runs and was dismissed just once in the Port of Spain Test last week. Bavuma, who holds a career Test average of 36.02, has maintained an astonishing batting average of 48.6 in his previous seven matches.

WI vs SA 2024 Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the form of the players and the expected playing conditions, a 1-4-2-4 combination could be rewarding for the game.

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WI vs SA 2024 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

West Indies: 4 players, South Africa: 7 players  

WI vs SA 2024 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues 

West Indies: 5 players, South Africa: 6 players  

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