Preview:
The contests between West Indies and South Africa have been quite enthralling so far. After levelling the series South Africa bounced back even stronger to take the lead of 2-1 in the five-match T20I series. In the third T20I yet again the, Proteas displayed great character after posting a moderate total of 167 on the board.
Meanwhile, West Indies have looked strong with their bowling unit, clinching the momentum off the visitors in the middle-overs. Despite South Africa getting flying starts, the Windies have been quite successful in restricting them to comparatively lower totals. They too have got off to good opening stands, but in the third T20I, it was Kagiso Rabada who stole the show, as he defended 8 runs in the final to help the visitors win a nail-biter.
Match Details:
West Indies vs South Africa, 3rd T20I
Venue: National Cricket Stadium, St George’s, Grenada
Date & Time: June 1st July at 11:30 PM IST and 2:00 PM Local Time
Live Streaming: Fancode
Pitch Report:
The turf of the Grenada National Cricket Stadium has been a barren track that seemed to have little or no grass and a bit of moisture and turn. Runs have come pretty easily and thus opting to chase must be the right call.
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Probable Playing XIs for WI vs SA:
West Indies
Andre Fletcher, Evin Lewis, Chris Gayle, Andre Russell, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Kieron Pollard (c), Jason Holder, Dwayne Bravo, Fabian Allen, Obed McCoy, Kevin Sinclair
South Africa
Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen,Aiden Markram , David Miller, George Linde, KagisoRabada, AnrichNortje, TabraizShamsi, Lungi Ngidi.
Top Picks for WI vs RSA 11Wickets Match
Obed McCoy put up his flair with the ball in the last game, wherein he scalped 4 wickets by conceding 22 runs at an economy of 5.50. The youngster would be keen to continue his form and fetch wickets for the host.
Quinton De Kock has been the most impressive batter in the series so far. He has held the fort for South Africa chipping in important runs for the team. In the last encounter as well, he hit 72 runs and would be determined to deliver again.
Dwayne Bravo looked as lethal as ever with the ball in the last T20I, securing three wickets at an economy of 6.25. The slower balls and clever variations he brings to the table gives him an absolute edge. Also, when needed he can bring the belligerent batting knock as well.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for WI vs RSA 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Andre Fletcher (vc), Quinton de Kock (c), Chris Gayle, Reeza Hendricks, Evin Lewis, Rassie van der Dussen, Andre Russell, Fabian Allen, Tabraiz Shamsi, Anrich Nortje, Obed McCoy
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for WI vs RSA 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks (vc), Temba Bavuma, Evin Lewis (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Andre Russell, George Linde, Jason Holder, Dwayne Bravo, Kagiso Rabada, Kevin Sinclair
Captain and Vice-Captain Options
Captain Options: Quinton de Kock and Obed McCoy
Vice-Captain Options: Dwayne Bravo and Evin Lewis
