ENG vs WI Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams

England and West Indies are all set to square off in a 3-match T20I series starting on the 6th of June. This series will be a follow-up to the 3-match ODI series, which saw the hosts mercilessly defeat West Indies with a 3-0 scoreline.

Things will be different now in the T20I series, as this is one format in which West Indies have been consistently good from the beginning. Talking about the first T20I, the game is all set to be played at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, where conditions do favor the pace bowlers. Both teams will be looking to get an early advantage with a win here to gain momentum for the rest of the series. West Indies have had the upper hand over England in T20Is, and it would be interesting to see how the hosts will tackle the fiery batting lineup of the visitors.

Let’s delve deeper into this post for the ENG vs WI Dream11 prediction.

ENG vs WI: Match Details

Date: 6th June 2025
Time: 11 PM IST
Venue: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street

ENG vs WI Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 35
WI won: 18
ENG won: 16
No Result: 1
Tied: 0

Both teams have collided 35 times in T20 Internationals. West Indies have had the upper hand with 18 wins, whereas England has 16 wins to their name. Only one match between these two sides ended in a no-result due to rain.

ENG vs WI, Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, Pitch Report

The pitch at Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, for the ENG vs WI 1st T20I is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Historically, the surface has provided assistance to both fast bowlers and spinners, with seam movement early on and grip for slower bowlers as the match progresses. Batters who can adapt to the conditions and play smart cricket tend to succeed here. The average first-innings score at this venue in past T20 matches has ranged between 140-180, depending on weather conditions and team strategies. Expect a competitive game where bowlers will have a say, but batters who settle in can capitalize later in the innings. It should be an exciting clash!

Here are some key T20I stats for the Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street:

ENG vs WI Team News and Expected Playing XI

ENG Team News

• Harry Brook has been appointed as the captain for the upcoming T20I series.
• England has announced a revised 15-member squad for the three-match series.
• The squad sees several changes, with Rehan Ahmed, Liam Dawson, Phil Salt, Tom Banton, and Luke Wood joining the T20I lineup.
• These players replace Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Hartley, Joe Root, and Jamie Smith, who were part of the ODI squad.
• Phil Salt’s return strengthens the batting unit, particularly at the top of the order.
• All-rounder Jamie Overton is unavailable for selection due to injury.

ENG Expected Playing XI: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Will Jacks, Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Aadil Rashid, Luke Wood, Saqib Mahmood

WI Team News

• The team management has finalized a 15-member squad for the T20I series.
• Jason Holder and Andre Russell have returned to the squad after a fair bit of absence.
• Sherfane Rutherford, who played in the last ODI against England, is available for selection.
• Romario Shepherd returns to the squad after a successful IPL stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore.
• Nicholas Pooran has been rested from the series to manage his workload following his IPL campaign with Lucknow Super Giants.
• Justin Greaves, Shamar Springer, and Terrance Hinds were notable exclusions from the squad.
• Shai Hope takes on his first assignment as the T20I captain.

WI Expected Playing XI: Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Shai Hope (C/WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd/Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph.

Who Will Win ENG vs WI 1st T20I?

As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the hosts, England, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.

Where to watch ENG vs WI 1st T20I?

The all-important clash between England and West Indies will take place on Friday, June 6, at 11:00 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the Sony Liv app. The TV streaming will take place on Sony Ten channels.

ENG vs WI Dream11 Fantasy Team

Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Shai Hope
Batters: Brandon King, Harry Brook, Sherfane Rutherford
All-Rounders: Andre Russell, Will Jacks
Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Jason Holder

C/VC Options- Jason Holder, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Brandon King