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Rohit Singh
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SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I match
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SA vs WI Match Preview

We are in the first match of a three-match series. South Africa will look to take an early lead against the West Indies. The South Africans lost their last series against India and are hoping to improve at home. The West Indies will also try to recoup their series loss to Afghanistan. As both squads prepare for the coming T20 World Cup, we anticipate a close match. The West Indies prevailed over South Africa in the recent series. They have won six of the last 7 matches between these two teams. They've done well in the past year and have a solid batting lineup.

SA vs WI Match Details

South Africa vs West Indies – 1st T20I Match, West Indies of South Africa tour 2025

Venue: Eurolux Boland Park, Paarl 

Date & Time: 27th November 2025 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn score 187
Avg 2nd inn score 198
Win% batting 1st 39
Win% batting 2nd 61

SA vs WI Pitch Report

The pitch has always favoured fast bowlers. The average first innings score at the stadium is 187 runs, and any team batting first on this wicket will be satisfied with a score of around 210 runs.

SA vs WI Weather Report

The sky over Paarl is expected to be clear. The climate will be moist, making batting difficult.

SA vs WI Last Five Matches

WI ( West Indies )
W L L L L
SA ( South Africa )
L L W L L

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

  Matches Played SA Won WI Won Tie NR
Overall 26 12 14 0 0
Last 5 5 1 4 0 0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

SA vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King (c), Shai Hope (wk), Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Khary Pierre, Ramon Simmonds 

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Corbin Bosch

Topmost Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa

  • Dewald Brevis – Dewald Brevis is in peak physical condition. He did exceptionally well in the recently completed SA20 tournament. He is expected to score many runs in the upcoming matches.
  • Keshav Maharaj – Keshav Maharaj is a genuine wicket-taker who has a knack for providing breaks when the cards are down.

Top Picks – West Indies

  • Shai Hope – He has had valuable experience playing on South African pitches in the SA20 tournament. Shai Hope is the only real hope the West Indies have of competing with the hosts.
  • Gudakesh Motie – Gudakesh Motie bowls tight lines and does not allow batters to get away with easy deliveries. Motie is expected to take wickets in the upcoming matches.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA vs WI Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Ryan Rickelton, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Dewald Brevis, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder(VC), Romario Shepherd, Aiden Markram(C), Dewald Brevis, Anrich Nortje

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Shai Hope

Vice-captain – Jason Holder, Dewald Brevis

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

SA vs WI Probable Winners:

South Africa's recent performance in this format does not inspire much confidence. They've battled with the bat and will need a better performance from their middle order to win. The squad also expects its powerful bowling attack to perform well during this contest. The West Indies have an excellent batting lineup and a more formidable spin attack. It will be a close game, but based on the two teams' past form, the West Indies hold a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.

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