WI vs AUS Match Preview

This weekend, the West Indies and Australia will shift their focus from red ball cricket to T20s, beginning a five-match series in Jamaica. Following a 3-0 Test victory, Australia will hope to carry its momentum into the shorter format. However, T20s present unique challenges that allow either side to emerge victorious. The West Indies are more comfortable with this format; therefore anticipate them to put up a strong fight.

WI vs AUS Match Details

West Indies vs Australia – 1st T20I Match, West Indies Series 2025

Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston

Date & Time: 21st July 2025 at 05:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

WI vs AUS Venue Stats

WI vs AUS Pitch Report

Fast bowlers typically enjoy the bounce at Sabina Park, particularly early on when there is some carry. Batting becomes easier as the ball softens, but strokeplay still requires timing over brute force in the middle overs

WI vs AUS Weather Report

The weather in Guyana is going to be mostly cloudy, with the possibility of light showers overnight. 

WI vs AUS Last Five Matches

WI vs AUS Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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WI vs AUS Probable Playing XIs:

Australia Probable Playing XIs

Mitchell Marsh (c), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Mitch Owen/ Aaron Hardie, Cameron Green, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Ben Dwarshuis

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Shai Hope (c & wk), Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer/Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie

Topmost Picks for WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – West Indies

• Evin Lewis – Evin Lewis is heading the Windies' batting attack in this T20I. He has scored 430 runs in his last ten matches, with an average of 21.5.
• Alzarri Joseph – Alzarri Joseph has picked up 14 wickets in his last nine contests, with an economy of 7.22

Top Picks – Australia

• Mitchell Marsh – Mitchell Marsh, who has been batting with great fluency recently, continues as captain.
• Sean Abbott –  Sean Abbott also has 13 wickets in the last nine T20Is at an economy of less than 8.

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

Shai Hope, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh(C), Evin Lewis, Andre Russell(VC), Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for WI vs AUS Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh(C), Evin Lewis, Andre Russell(VC), Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell

Vice-captain – Andre Russell, Xavier Bartlett

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

WI vs AUS Probable Winners:

West Indies will be eager to rebound in the T20I series after being hammered in the Tests at home. This is an arrangement they usually enjoy, and with their lineup of hitters, they'll likely go on the attack right away. However, facing Australia right now is not an easy task. The visitors are full of confidence after winning 12 of their last 14 in this format. Their batting appears to be more formidable at this point, and unless the West Indies bowlers can restrict them early on, the game could swing heavily in Australia's favor. Considering the team combination, Australia is expected to win this match.