WI vs ENG, 5th T20I: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | West Indies vs England 2023

The Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad is set to witness an intense clash as West Indies and England are set to face off in the fifth and final T20 International on Thursday (December 21).

The series began with the hosts securing victories in the first two T20Is, putting them on the verge of clinching the series. However, England showcased resilience, making a comeback by winning the third and fourth T20Is, leveling the series and setting the stage for a thrilling decider.

Both teams boast a lineup of quality players, and cricket enthusiasts can anticipate an electrifying contest in the decisive fifth T20I. With the series tied, the teams are eager to claim victory and conclude the T20 series on a high note.

England tour of West Indies 2023, WI vs ENG, 5th T20I:

• Date and time: December 21; 08:00 pm GMT/ 4:00 pm local/ 1:30 am IST (Dec 22)
• Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad

Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report:

The playing surface at Brian Lara Stadium leans towards a decelerated pace. In the initial phases, the ball exhibits anticipated behavior, gliding onto the bat seamlessly, yet as the contest unfolds, circumstances grow progressively formidable for batters. In the latter part of the game, the pitch may extend some support to spinners. In light of these factors, the captain winning the toss may contemplate the prospect of electing to bat.

WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Nicholas Pooran, Phil Salt
• Batters: Brandon King, Rovman Powell
• All-rounders: Andre Russell, Sam Curran, Jason Holder, Liam Livingstone
• Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Reece Topley

WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Phil Salt (c), Rovman Powell (vc)
Choice 2: Jos Buttler (c), Andre Russell (vc)

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WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Harry Brook, Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Woakes, Alzarri Joseph

WI vs ENG Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 21, 08:00 pm GMT):

Squads:

England: Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Chris Woakes, Rehan Ahmed, Adil Rashid, Ben Duckett, Gus Atkinson, John Turner, Reece Topley, Tymal Mills

West Indies: Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell (c), Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Oshane Thomas, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Johnson Charles

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