AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction: 2nd ODI Match of West Indies tour of Australia 2024, Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for Australia vs West Indies Dream11 Team

Australia will be eyeing a series win in the second ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 04th February.

Let’s take a look at our fantasy preview for this game.

Australia vs West Indies, 2nd ODI of West Indies tour of Australia 2024
04th February, 09:00 AM IST
Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney,  Australia

AUS vs WI Preview

Australia began the series in good form, defeating the Caribbean easily. While Cameron Green and Steven Smith impressed with the bat, it was Xavier Bartlett and Sean Abbott’s comprehensive bowling performance that sealed the victory. As they set their sights on a series win, Australia faces a decent West Indies side consisting of a mix of youth and experience. Despite starting as underdogs, West Indies will rely on key players like Shai Hope and Keacy Carty as they aim for a win to level the series.

Form Guide

AUS: W-W-W-W-W
WI: L-W-L-W-L

Sydney Cricket Ground Pitch Report

The Sydney Cricket Ground has been outstanding. The average score for batting first in the previous five games at this venue is 329. The 300+ run mark has been crossed and successfully chased down, so another entertaining game is expected on Sunday.

Last 5 ODI matches at this ground

Matches won by team batting first: 5
Matches won by team bowling first: 0
Average 1st innings score: 329
Average 2nd innings score: 286

AUS Playing 11

1. Travis Head
2. Josh Inglis (wk)
3. Steven Smith (c)
4. Cameron Green
5. Marnus Labuschagne
6. Matthew Short
7. Aaron Hardie
8. Sean Abbott
9. Xavier Bartlett
10. Lance Morris
11. Adam Zampa

Australia Team News

• Squad: Steve Smith (c), Travis Head (vc), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Marnus Labuschagne, Lance Morris, Matt Short, Adam Zampa
• They will look to remain unchanged after a comfortable victory in the first ODI.

AUS Key Players

Steve Smith Stats vs West Indies in ODI

Cameron Green Stats vs West Indies in ODI

WI Playing 11

1. Justin Greaves
2. Alick Athanaze
3. Shai Hope (c & wk)
4. Keacy Carty
5. Kavem Hodge
6. Roston Chase
7. Romario Shepherd
8. Matthew Forde
9. Hayden Walsh
10. Gudakesh Motie
11. Oshane Thomas

West Indies Team News

• Squad: Shai Hope (c&wk), Alzarri Joseph, Alick Athanaze, Teddy Bishop, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Gudakesh Motie, Kjorn Ottley, Romario Shepherd, Oshane Thomas, Hayden Walsh Jr
  
• Alzarri Joseph could be back in the side after missing the last game.

WI Key Players

Shai Hope Stats vs Australia in ODI

Keacy Carty Stats vs Australia in ODI

Who will win today’s match between Australia and West Indies (2nd ODI of West Indies tour of Australia 2024)?

• Australia and West Indies have clashed in 144 ODI matches, with Australia winning 77 and West Indies winning 61. Additionally, three matches finished in draws, while three ended with no result.
• Australia have won their last five games at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
• Australia and the West Indies have only played three bilateral ODI series on Australian soil, with the visitors falling short in each. The last time they won a bilateral ODI series against Australia was back in 1995.
• Australia are expected to win this game and the series thanks to their home advantage and a well-balanced squad.

AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Shai Hope, Josh Inglis
Batsmen: Steve Smith, Keacy Carty, Travis Head
All-rounder: Cameron Green, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Short
Bowlers: Sean Abbott, Xavier Barlett

Who are Best Captain Options for AUS vs WI Dream11 Team

For Small League, Head to Head contest: Steve Smith, Cameron Green
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Josh Inglis, Shai Hope

What are AUS vs WI Fantasy Tips?

• Steve Smith continued his excellent form, scoring 79 runs in the first ODI and averaging more than 55 against West Indies in this format, making him the top multiplier choice for today’s encounter.
• Cameron Green, an exceptional player who shines at both batting and bowling, delivered an outstanding showing in the first ODI, scoring 77 runs. Given his current form, he stands out as a multiplier option in today’s game.
• Shai Hope is currently in exceptional form, having scored a half-century and a century in his last six matches. With a great average of 33.00 against Australia, he is another strong contender for this game.
• Xavier Bartlett, who had a fantastic BBL season this year, made a memorable debut in the opening ODI, picking up four wickets. This performance puts him on the list of must-haves, alongside Sean Abbott and Adam Zampa.

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