ENG vs WI 1st ODI Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket, Head to Head

The first ODI of the three-match series between England (ENG) and the West Indies (WI) is scheduled for Thursday, May 29, at Birmingham's legendary Edgbaston stadium. The hosts will aim to play the ODI series with the same mindset after defeating Zimbabwe in a decisive innings victory in the one-off Test match a few days earlier.

Notably, Harry Brook, who is expected to make his white-ball captaincy debut, will be leading England. Jos Buttler, the passing captain for England, has kept his berth and will return after competing in the Indian Premier League. Due to their ailments, Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer are out of the bowling lineup. However, after drawing the ODI series against Ireland, the West Indies will be arriving. The Windies will want to retain their winning squad and put up a fierce fight against the formidable English team.

ENG vs WI 1st ODI Match Details:

Edgbaston Pitch Report:

Given the high risk of rain disrupting the match, the team that wins the toss in the opening match between England and the West Indies may choose to bowl first. If we consider the games that have been played here, the team that bats first has won the majority of them. With the ball predicted to come beautifully off the bat, the ground's track record indicates that batters will enjoy batting on it.

Weather Report:

Rain is 60% likely to fall during the England vs. Wisconsin game. A high of 20 degrees and a low of 13 degrees are predicted for the temperature.

Head to Head:

ENG vs WI Predicted Playing XI:

England: Harry Brook (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Joe Root

West Indies: Amir Jangoo, Justin Greaves, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, and Shai Hope (w/c).

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