Australia are bracing themselves for an exciting cricketing clash as they prepare to host West Indies in a two-match Test series, set to kick off on January 17 at the iconic Adelaide Oval.
The Australian team enter the series with a renewed sense of confidence, having recently triumphed in a challenging 3-match Test series against Pakistan at home. The victory against Pakistan has undoubtedly bolstered the spirits of the Australian squad, and they are eager to carry the momentum forward against the West Indies.
On the flip side, the Windies are coming off a 2-match Test series against India, where they faced a defeat, losing 1-0. This setback has surely fueled a determination within the West Indies camp to bounce back and make a strong statement in the upcoming series against Australia.
As the teams gear up for the battle, it’s worth noting that the West Indies have faced a prolonged drought against Australia in Test matches. The last time they secured a victory over the Aussies in this format was almost 21 years ago. Their most recent success on Australian soil dates back to 1997 when they emerged victorious in Perth.
West Indies’ tour of Australia 2024, 1st Test:
Date and Time: January 17; 11:30 pm GMT | 05:00 am IST | 10:00 am Local
Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Adelaide Oval Pitch Report:
The Adelaide Oval pitch is renowned for its equilibrium, providing favorable circumstances for both batters and bowlers. In the initial phases, fast bowlers can exploit the advantageous bounce, and as the match unfolds, batters can capitalize on the bounce with precisely timed shots. Furthermore, during the latter stages of the game, spin bowlers might encounter conditions that enable them to display their skills effectively.
AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction Picks:
Wicketkeeper: Joshua Da Silva
Batters: Steve Smith, Kraigg Brathwaite, Marnus Labuschagne, Alick Athanaze
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Kavem Hodge
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Alzarri Joseph, Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon
AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Steve Smith (c), Mitchell Starc (vc)
Choice 2: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Alzarri Joseph (vc)
Also READ: AUS vs WI, 2024 – Australia’s best playing XI for the Test series against West Indies
AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kirk McKenzie
AUS vs WI Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 17, 11:30 pm GMT):
(Screengrab: Dream11)
Squads:
Australia: Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Matthew Renshaw, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc
West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Alzarri Joseph (vc), Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kirk McKenzie, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Justin Greaves, Joshua Da Silva, Akeem Jordan, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, Kevin Sinclair, Tevin Imlach, Shamar Joseph, Zachary McCaskie
Also READ: AUS vs WI 2024 – West Indies’ best playing XI for Test series against Australia
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