SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, and Injury Update of 1st test match between Sri Lanka and West Indies.
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 1st Test Match Preview:
Sri Lanka are set to host West Indies for a two-match Test series. The first Test begins on Sunday, November 21, at the Galle International Stadium in Galle. Both matches will be part of the World Test Championship.
The hosts will be led by Dimuth Karunaratne. The squad contains a good mix of experienced and young players. The 24-year-old all-rounder Charith Asalanka, who has impressed with his strokeplay in the last few months, has been called up to the Test squad. Angelo Mathews is back in the squad as well. Sri Lanka have a good record at home in Tests, and they will be raring to extend that against the West Indies.
West Indies, meanwhile, will look to kick off their World Test Championship 2023 cycle on a positive note. Kraigg Brathwaite has been handed the responsibility of leading the side.
The West Indies were scheduled to face Sri Lanka Board Presidents XI in a warm-up fixture ahead of the first Test. But no play was possible on all four days, as rain washed out the entire game.
Jeremy Solozano has earned a maiden national call-up after impressing in the domestic circuit. The likes of Jason Holder, Shai Hope and Kemar Roach would be eager to use their experience to contribute to the team’s success.
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 1st Test Match Details:
Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle
Date & Time: Nov 21-Nov 25, at 10:00 AM IST
Live Score: CricketAddictor
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 1st Test Match Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Galle International Stadium is a balanced track. The new ball comes nicely onto the bat, and the batters can play their strokes freely once they are set. The pitch is expected to slow down as the game progresses, so we can expect it to assist spinners.
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 1st Test Match Probable Playing XIs:
SL: Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Oshada Fernando/Pathum Nissanka, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal/Minod Bhanuka (wk), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Ramesh Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Suranga Lakmal, Vishwa Fernando, Praveen Jayawickrama
WI: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Shai Hope, Jermaine Blackwood, Nkrumah Bonner, Kyle Mayers, Roston Chase, Joshua Da Silva (wk), Jason Holder, Kemar Roach, Rahkeem Cornwall, Jayden Seales/Jomel Warrican
Top Picks for SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
SL
Dimuth Karunaratne is the highest-ranked Sri Lankan batter in the ICC Test Rankings and has placed himself at the 11th spot. He is a tough competitor and always likes to play long innings. He has accumulated 5176 runs in 72 Test matches at an average of 38.62.
Dhananjaya de Silva is always handy on the Sri Lankan surfaces and can contribute equally well with both bat and ball. He provides solidity in the middle and has the knack of providing breakthroughs. He has scored 2253 runs in 36 Test matches at an average of 38.18 and has also picked up 24 wickets.
Praveen Jayawickrama will be effective on the turning tracks of Sri Lanka. He has played only one Test so far and has scalped 11 wickets, with the best figures of 6/92 in an innings.
WI
West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite is a reliable batter at the top of the order. He has mustered 4283 runs in his 72 Test matches at an average of 32.69.
Roston Chase is one of the best all-rounders in the current West Indian setup. He is just 4 runs shy of reaching the 2000-run mark in his Test career. Chase 71 Test wickets to his name as well.
Kemar Roach will lead the West Indies bowling attack. It will be challenging for him to bowl in the typical slow Sri Lankan surfaces, but the experienced campaigner picked up 231 wickets in his 67 Test matches.
Joshua Da Silva is a promising young wicketkeeper batter. He has got a good start to his Test career and has scored 372 runs in 9 Test matches at an average of 23.25.
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, Must Picks for Dream11 Team Prediction:
| Player | Statistics (Last 5 matches) | Dream11 Points |
| Dimuth Karunaratne | 624 runs | 33, 20, 93, 282, 232 |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | 490 runs + 3 wickets | 83, 95, 62, 216, 85 |
| Praveen Jayawickrama | 11 wickets | 247 |
| Kraigg Brathwaite | 381 runs + 2 wickets | 252, 29, 22, 119, 68 |
| Roston Chase | 127 runs + 2 wickets | 132, 88, 17, 73, 13 |
| Kemar Roach | 109 runs + 20 wickets | 198, 54, 162, 163, 70 |
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Dimuth Karunaratne, Jason Holder
Vice-Captain – Roston Chase, Angelo Mathews
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SL vs WI Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Joshua Da Silva
Batsmen- Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Kraigg Brathwaite, Jermaine Blackwood, Charith Asalanka
All-Rounders- Dhananjaya de Silva, Jason Holder, Roston Chase (vc)
Bowlers- Kemar Roach, Suranga Lakmal, Praveen Jayawickrama
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SL vs WI Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Shai Hope
Batsmen- Dimuth Karunaratne, Jermaine Blackwood, Pathum Nissanka
All-Rounders- Angelo Mathews (vc), Jason Holder (c), Roston Chase, Ramesh Mendis
Bowlers- Vishwa Fernando, Praveen Jayawickrama, Jayden Seales
SL vs WI West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 1st Test Match Probable Winner:
Sri Lanka is expected to win this test match between Sri Lanka and West Indies.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
