WI vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 26th Match - Cricket Winner
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West Indies and New Zealand will compete in Match 26 in the 2024 T20 World Cup in Group C at the Brian Lara Stadium. Following victories over Papua New Guinea and Uganda, the West Indies are looking for their third win of the tournament. New Zealand is playing in their second game of the competition, having lost to Afghanistan by 84 runs. West Indies have won their first two games by five wickets and 134 runs. But this match against New Zealand is expected to be much tougher. However, if the West Indies play to their full potential, they should be able to win three out of three. New Zealand was embarrassed by their performance against Afghanistan, which saw them lose by 84 runs, their largest loss margin in a T20 World Cup.
WI vs NZ Match Details
West Indies vs New Zealand – 26th Match, T20 World Cup 2024
Venue: Brian Lara Stadium – Tarouba
Date & Time: 13th June 2024 at 06:00 AM IST
Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar
WI vs NZ Venue Stats
| Avg 1st inn score | 172 |
| Avg 2nd inn score | 166 |
| Win% batting 1st | 57 |
| Win% batting 2nd | 43 |
WI vs NZ Pitch Report
There is always a turn for the spinners at Brian Lara Stadium, and we expect this game to be no exception. There will also be some good pace in the wicket and movement for the fast bowlers. Any score above 165-170 in the first innings will be difficult to chase down.
WI vs NZ Weather Report
According to the forecast, the humidity will be extremely high throughout the match, starting at 72% and increasing to 83% by the end. The temperature will be in the mid-20s from start to finish.
WI vs NZ Last Five Matches
| WI ( West Indies ) | W W W W W |
| NZ ( New Zealand ) | L L W W L |
WI vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches Played | WI Won | NZ Won | Tie | NR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 19 | 4 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| Last 5 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Injury News
No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.
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WI vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:
New Zealand Probable Playing XIs
Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult
West Indies Probable Playing XIs
Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
Topmost Picks for WI vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:
Top Picks – New Zealand
- Daryl Mitchell – The 33 year old right-hander averages over 50 in ODIs and Tests and has hit over 4500 runs across his T20 career. If he can find form in this game it will give New Zealand a huge chance of victory.
- Trent Boult – The left-arm pace bowler took his 75th and 76th T20I wickets in the last game and he will be a threat particularly with the new ball.
Top Picks – West Indies
- Nicholas Pooran – although the 28 year old left-hander has been dismissed in the twenties in both matches so far in this campaign, he has batted fluently and is a real match-winner.
- Andre Russell – The experienced all rounder has not been dismissed in either of his innings in the tournament and has returned figures of 1/4 and 2/19.
Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for WI vs NZ Dream11 Team:
Nicholas Pooran(C), Devon Conway, Kane Williamson(VC), Glenn Phillips, Brandon King, Andre Russell, Trent Boult, Roston Chase, Lockie Ferguson, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph
Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for WI vs NZ Dream11 Team:
Nicholas Pooran, Johnson Charles, Kane Williamson, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Andre Russell(C), Trent Boult(VC), Gudakesh Motie, Matt Henry, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph
Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
Captain – Andre Russell, Nicholas Pooran
Vice-captain – Kane Williamson, Trent Boult
Wicketkeeper – Nicholas Pooran
WI vs NZ Probable Winners:
Following their crushing defeat against Afghanistan, New Zealand is under intense pressure ahead of this match, and we expect them to deliver a strong and competitive performance. However, we don’t think they’ll be able to match the West Indies, who already have some momentum. We expect West Indies to win a close game. Considering the team combination, West Indies are expected to win this match.
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