Match Details
- Teams: West Indies vs Bangladesh
- Venue: Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts
- Date & Time: Today, 9:30 AM LOCAL (7:00Pm IST)
- Match Type: 1st ODI Series, Bangladesh tour of West Indies, 2024
Be prepared for an exciting contest as West Indies squares off against Bangladesh in the 1st ODI of the Bangladesh tour of West Indies, 2024. As strong lineups are expected from both sides, this one promises to be a thrill to watch as well. Let’s get into the nitty gritty so that you can form a perfect Dream11 fantasy cricket team.
Pitch Report
Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts is one known for its bowling friendly conditions which tend to aid the bowlers in the second half of the game. The pitch degrades during the course of the game making it very difficult to get runs in the second innings. Spinners will get some help on a dry surface, more in the afternoon.
Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts a 15% chance of rain on Sunday afternoon. The maximum temperature will reach up to 29°C with humidity between 70-75 percent. Moderate winds are expected to be around 24 km/h.
Toss Strategy
Given the pitch conditions, the team winning the toss should opt to bat first. The slowing pitch in the second innings will make it harder to chase down totals.
Players Analysis
Top Performers
| Player Name | Team | Position | Fantasy Points | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | BAN | AR | 103 | 12.12 |
| Keacy Carty | WI | BAT | 161 | 23 |
| Alzarri Joseph | WI | BOW | 68 | 8.5 |
| Taskin Ahmed | BAN | BOW | 35 | 4.38 |
| Matthew Forde | WI | BOW | 85 | 14.17 |
Differential Picks
| Player Name | Team | Position | Fantasy Points | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afif Hossain | BAN | BAT | 59 | 8.43 |
| Romario Shepherd | WI | AR | 58 | 7.73 |
| Tanzim Sakib | BAN | BOW | 56 | 8.62 |
Captain and Vice-Captain Recommendations
- Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN)
- Vice-Captain: Keacy Carty (WI)
Probable Playing XI
West Indies
- Roston Chase
- Brandon King
- Keacy Carty
- Shai Hope
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Romario Shepherd
- Gudakesh Motie
- Matthew Forde
- Alzarri Joseph
- Jayden Seales
Bangladesh
- Tanzid Hasan
- Soumya Sarkar
- Litton Das
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Mahmudullah
- Jaker Ali Anik
- Tanzim Sakib
- Rishad Hossain
- Nasum Ahmed
- Taskin Ahmed
- Shoriful Islam
Fantasy Team Suggestions
Balanced Team
- Wicket-Keepers: Shai Hope (WI), Litton Das (BAN)
- Batsmen: Keacy Carty (WI), Brandon King (WI), Tanzid Hasan (BAN)
- All-Rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN), Roston Chase (WI)
- Bowlers: Alzarri Joseph (WI), Matthew Forde (WI), Taskin Ahmed (BAN), Tanzim Sakib (BAN)
Risky Team
- Wicket-Keepers: Jaker Ali Anik (BAN)
- Batsmen: Keacy Carty (WI), Sherfane Rutherford (WI), Mahmudullah (BAN)
- All-Rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN), Romario Shepherd (WI)
- Bowlers: Jayden Seales (WI), Gudakesh Motie (WI), Shoriful Islam (BAN), Nasum Ahmed (BAN)
Match Insights
Power Play and Death Overs
- Power Play Batters:
- WI: Evin Lewis, Brandon King
- BAN: Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar
- Power Play Bowlers:
- WI: Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales
- BAN: Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam
- Death Overs Bowlers:
- WI: Matthew Forde, Romario Shepherd
- BAN: Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam
Key Match-Ups
- Evin Lewis vs Taskin Ahmed: Lewis has been in excellent form, and his battle with Taskin Ahmed will be crucial.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz vs Romario Shepherd: Both all-rounders are in top form and will be key to their teams’ success.
Fantasy Points Predictions
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN): 110 points
- Keacy Carty (WI): 105 points
- Alzarri Joseph (WI): 95 points
- Taskin Ahmed (BAN): 90 points
- Matthew Forde (WI): 85 points
Additional Tips For the Match
- Focus on all-rounders as they can contribute in multiple aspects of the game.
- Avoid risky combinations unless you are willing to take a high-risk, high-reward approach.
- Adapt your team based on the toss outcome and pitch conditions.