The WI Super 50 Cup is set to witness an intense showdown between the Jamaica Scorpions and Leeward Islands in the third match of the tournament. Scheduled to take place at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, this encounter promises to kickstart the Caribbean’s premier List A 50-over tournament in style. The tournament, running from October 17 to November 11, features a new eight-team league format, with each team playing against one another. The top four teams in the league will advance to the knockout stages. Cricket enthusiasts can expect an exciting battle in this fixture.
Match Information
- Jamaica vs. Leeward Islands, 3rd Match
- WI Super 50 Cup
- Date: October 18, 2023
- Time: 10:30 PM IST
- Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
Weather Report
- Stadium: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
- Conditions: Cloudy
- Temperature: 25.0°C
- Humidity: 95%
Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Jamaica Scorpions (JAM)
- WLLL
Leeward Islands (LwdIs)
- T (Tie)LLWNR (No Result)
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PROBABLE PLAYING XI
Jamaica Scorpions
Nkrumah Bonner, Nicholson Gordon, Rovman Powell (C), Jermaine Blackwood, Andre McCarthy, Fabian Allen, CAK Walton (wk), NO Miller, Odean Smith, Sheldon Cottrell, J Royal
BENCH: BO Barnes, D Bulli, Kirk McKenzie
Leeward Islands
Keacy Carty, JP Greaves, KHM James, Kieran Powell (C), Rahkeem Cornwall, K Gore, Jahmar Hamilton (wk), Alzarri Joseph, Hayden Walsh, Jeremiah Louis, Oshane Thomas
BENCH: DT Doram, Terrence Warde
Pitch Report
The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball, providing assistance to both pacers and spinners. The teams may opt to chase the target at this venue.
- Pace Bowling: 50%
- Spin Bowling: 50%
- Batting Pitch: 50%
- Average Score: 231
- Bowling Pitch: 50%
Player Picks
Captains
- Rovman Powell (JAM | BAT): Known for his aggressive batting in the middle order, Powell has notched up 979 runs in 51 ODI matches for the West Indies.
- Fabian Allen (JAM | ALL): In good form with the bat in the domestic circuit, Allen’s ability to bowl a few overs of spin adds to his value as a captaincy pick.
Top Picks
- Kieran Powell (LwdIs | BAT): With 1005 runs in his ODI career, Powell is expected to anchor the middle order, making him a top selection for this match.
Budget Picks
- Rahkeem Cornwall (LwdIs | ALL): A talented off-spinner who has performed well for the West Indies, Cornwall’s utility with the bat adds to his appeal as a budget pick.
Avoid Having These Players in Your Fantasy Sports Team
- Karima Gore (LwdIs | ALL)
- Brad Barnes (JAM | BAT)
Head to Head: Team 1
Wicket Keeper
- Jahmar Hamilton
- CAK Walton
Batter
- Keacy Carty
- Kieran Powell
- Rovman Powell
- Jermaine Blackwood
All-rounder
- Rahkeem Cornwall
- Fabian Allen
Bowler
- Alzarri Joseph
- Hayden Walsh
- Odean Smith
Mega League: Team 1
Wicket Keeper
- Jahmar Hamilton
- CAK Walton
Batter
- Keacy Carty
- Kieran Powell
- Rovman Powell
- Andre McCarthy
All-rounder
- Rahkeem Cornwall
- Fabian Allen
Bowler
- Alzarri Joseph
- Odean Smith
- Sheldon Cottrell
Please note that team selections should be made after a thorough analysis, using the author’s insights as a guide.
Probable Winners
Predicting the winner is a challenging task with the match set to be a fierce contest between two strong teams. Cricket fans can expect a thrilling game between Jamaica Scorpions and Leeward Islands, making it a must-watch fixture in the WI Super 50 Cup.
