Windward Volcanoes and Barbados Pride are set to clash in the 12th match of the WI Super50 Cup at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on October 24. Windward Volcanoes have faced a challenging tournament, losing all three matches, and they currently occupy the second-to-last spot on the points table. In contrast, Barbados has kicked off their campaign with a win, placing them in the 5th spot on the points table.
In their recent match against Combined Campuses and Colleges, Windward Volcanoes experienced a narrow two-wicket defeat despite Alick Athanaze’s solid innings of 65 runs off 68 balls. Darel Cyrus impressed in the bowling department, claiming four wickets.
On the other hand, Barbados Pride secured a convincing 47-run win against Jamaica Scorpions in their previous match, with Shamarh Brooks playing a key role with his 69-run innings. Javed Leacock was a standout performer in the bowling department, taking four wickets.
MATCH INFORMATION
- Barbados vs Windward Islands, 12th Match
- WI Super50 Cup
- Date: 25th Oct 2023
- Time: 6:30 PM IST
- Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
PITCH REPORT
The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium tends to be on the slower side. The team winning the toss might opt to bat first in Tarouba. In the second innings, spinners could come into play due to the surface offering some assistance.
PROBABLE PLAYING XI
Barbados Pride
Z McCaskie, Kraigg Brathwaite, Shamarh Brooks, Kyle Mayers, Raymon Reifer, Roston Chase, Shai Hope (C), Akeem Jordan, DC Drakes, Jair McAllister, JA Warrican
Windward Volcanoes
JL Solozano, ADS Fletcher (C), SW Ambris, SK Springer, KAR Hodge, LM Edwards, Johnson Charles (wk), A Athanaze, Sadrack Descartes, RD John, SH Lewis
PLAYER PICKS
CAPTAINS
- Shai Hope BAR | WK
Shai Hope is an excellent choice for the captaincy role in your fantasy team. He showcased his form with a 65-run innings in his last match.
- Dominic Drakes BAR | BOWL
Dominic Drakes is a remarkable batting all-rounder who can also make significant contributions with the ball. He scored 40 runs and picked up 2 wickets in his recent outing.
TOP PICKS
- Kraigg Brathwaite BAR | BAT
Kraigg Brathwaite is a fantastic top-order batter known for his consistent performances. He contributed 45 runs in his last match.
- Sunil Ambris WIS | ALL
Sunil Ambris is a great budget player, and his performance in the last match, where he scored 51 runs at a strike rate of 100, makes him a valuable pick.
BUDGET PICKS
- Shamar Springer WIS | ALL
Shamar Springer is a promising fast bowler who can deliver crucial performances for his side. He has already taken two wickets in this tournament.
- Roston Chase BAR | ALL
Roston Chase contributed with both bat and ball in his last match, scoring 10 runs and picking up two wickets.
AVOID HAVING THESE PLAYERS IN YOUR FANTASY SPORTS TEAM
- Tevyn Walcott WIS | WK
Tevyn Walcott struggled to make an impactful performance in the last game, so it might be wise to avoid him for this match.
- Ryan John WIS | BOWL
Ryan John hasn’t delivered impactful performances in recent games, so it’s advisable to consider other options for this match.
Dream11 Match Prediction: HEAD TO HEAD
- WICKET KEEPER: ADS Fletcher, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope
- BATTER: SW Ambris, A Athanaze, Kraigg Brathwaite
- ALL ROUNDER: SK Springer, Roston Chase, DC Drakes, Kyle Mayers
- BOWLER: JA Warrican
Dream11 Match Prediction: MEGA LEAGUE
- WICKET KEEPER: ADS Fletcher, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope
- BATTER: SW Ambris, A Athanaze, Kraigg Brathwaite
- ALL ROUNDER: SK Springer, Roston Chase, DC Drakes, Kyle Mayers
- BOWLER: JA Warrican
