WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams (Source: x.com)
West Indies (WI) will lock horns in the fifth and final T20I match with England (ENG) in a Five-Match T20I series. The match is all set to take place on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, West Indies at 1:30 AM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top player picks, the important player stats, the top captain and vice-captain choices, and the best predicted XI for the fantasy contests of this encounter.
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After losing the first two T20Is of the series, the Jos Buttler-led side bounced back stronger to win the next two games and even the score line. Thanks to centuries by opener Philip Salt, England managed to register emphatic victories against the Men in Maroon.
West Indies and England have faced each other in 28 T20Is so far. The Caribbean side has had an upper hand over England, with 16 wins to their name as compared to England’s 12.
The series is currently levelled at 2-2, so the forthcoming match is crucial for both sides.
WI vs ENG, Team Form Guide (Most Recent First)
West Indies: L-L-W-W
England: W-W-L-L
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Pitch Report
The wicket at the Brian Lara Stadium is balanced and assists both batters and bowlers, as seen in the previous game. Chasing here is slightly difficult as the bowlers get good support in the later stages of the game and hence, defending the target would be the ideal choice of the captain.
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Top Player Picks
Philip Salt (ENG)
- English opener Philip Salt could once again be the best batter in the fifth T20I against the West Indies. Scoring a brilliant 119 runs in the previous game.
- Salt has been in exceptional form and he will be keen on continuing it in the series decider as well.
Jos Buttler (ENG)
- Skipper Jos Buttler is in great form lately in this series.
- He scored 55 runs in just 29 deliveries, scoring back-to-back two fifties in two innings.
Andre Russell (WI)
- Andre Russell was in excellent form in the last match.
- He scored 51 runs in just 25 balls and taken 1 wicket.
Nicholas Pooran (WI)
- Nicholas Pooran scored a quick 39 runs in just 15 deliveries with 3 fours and 4 maximums.
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Cricket Fantasy Player Stats
| Player | Stats | Avg Fantasy Points |
|---|---|---|
| Philip Salt | 293 runs in 4 matches | 112 |
| Jos Buttler | 150 runs in 4 matches | 61.75 |
| Andre Russell | 102 runs and 5 wickets in 4 matches | 74.5 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 139 runs in 4 matches | 58.75 |
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Top Captain and Vice-captain Choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-captain |
|---|---|---|
| If West Indies Bats First | Nicholas Pooran | Philip Salt |
| If England Bats First | Philip Salt | Jos Buttler |
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Cricket Fantasy Expert Tips
Looking at the squad strength of both the team and recent form, choose in-form players from both the teams. Selecting top-order batsmen will fetch you more points The best-suggested fantasy combination for this game is 4-2-3-2 or 3-3-3-2.
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
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Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope
Batters: Brandon King, Harry Brook
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Akeal Hosein
Captain: Phil Salt
Vice-captain: Jos Buttler
West Indies: 5 Players; England: 6 Players
WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
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Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Rovman Powell, Will Jacks, Sherfane Rutherford
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Akeal Hosein
Captain: Phil Salt
Vice-captain: Nicholas Pooran
West Indies: 5 Players; England: 6 Players
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