WI vs IRE Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, and Injury Update of 1st ODI match between West Indies and Ireland.
WI vs IRE Ireland tour of West Indies, 1st ODI Match Preview:
The first game of the three-match ODI series between West Indies and Ireland will be played on January 8 at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica.
West Indies recently toured Pakistan for a three-match T20I series. The Nicholas Pooran-led side suffered a whitewash at the hands of the hosts. The upcoming series against the Irish side will be their first assignment at home this season.
Kieron Pollard is back to lead the side after missing the Pakistan tour due to an injury. They have got some exciting players on their side and will be hoping to put their best foot forward in the opening game of the series.
Ireland, on the other hand, played two T20Is against USA before COVID-19 hit them and the remainder of the tour was canceled. The first game of the two-match T20I series was won by USA whereas the Irish side came back hard to level the series in the following game.
Andrew Balbirnie will continue to lead the side. Ireland have been good in the 50-over format in recent times. It remains to be seen how they go about their business against West Indies on their shores.
WI vs IRE Ireland tour of West Indies, 1st ODI Match Details:
Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
Date & Time: 8th Jan, at 08:00 PM IST
Live Score: CricketAddictor
WI vs IRE Ireland tour of West Indies, 1st ODI Match Pitch Report:
The pitch at Sabina Park is a balanced track. Batters enjoy batting on this surface as the new ball comes nicely onto the bat. The ball might hold a bit on the surface as the game progresses, assisting spinners from both sides.
WI vs IRE Ireland tour of West Indies, 1st ODI Match Probable Playing XIs:
WI: Shai Hope, Devon Thomas, Shamarh Brooks, Nicholas Pooran, Roston Chase, Kieron Pollard (c), Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Akeal Hosein
IRE: William Porterfield, Neil Rock, Andy Balbirnie (c), Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Simi Singh, Barry McCarthy, Ben White/Joshua Little
Top Picks for WI vs IRE Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
WI
Devon Thomas last played his ODI back in 2013 against Australia. The 32-year-old batter is back again in the West Indies squad. In his 21 ODIs, he has scored 238 runs with the highest score of 37.
Nicholas Pooran knows only one way that is to score runs. He is a floater and will play according to the demanding situation. He has scored 1044 runs in 28 ODI innings with the highest score of 118.
Roston Chase performs well under pressure. He has the ability to lift his side from tough situations. He has scored 520 runs in 30 ODIs at an average of 26 and has also picked up 15 wickets.
Alzarri Joseph is a skiddy customer. With his precise line and lengths, he can cause damage for the opposition batters. The 25-year-old right-arm quick has scalped 60 wickets in his ODI career with the best figures of 5 for 56 and has also scored 190 runs with the bat.
IRE
Simi Singh is an effective all-rounder with the white ball for Ireland. In his 33 ODIs, he has scalped 37 wickets and scored 547 runs with the bat.
Barry McCarthy bowls at a good pace and has the potential to pick wickets as well. He has bagged 61 wickets in his 38 ODIs with the best figures of 61.
WI vs IRE Must Picks for Dream11 Team Prediction:
| Player | Statistics (Last 5 matches) | Dream11 Points |
| Devon Thomas | 48 runs | 7, 4, 23, 12, 23 |
| Roston Chase | 82 runs + 4 wickets | 45, 56, 44, 27, 29 |
| Alzarri Joseph | 37 runs + 9 wickets | 84, 29, 84, 85, 47 |
| Barry McCarthy | 11 runs + 4 wickets | 42, 33, 4, 37, 37 |
| Simi Singh | 104 runs + 5 wickets | 29, 153, 46, 5, 72 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 112 runs | 43, 35, 21, 81, 7 |
WI vs IRE Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Roston Chase, Shai Hope
Vice-Captain – Curtis Campher, Jason Holder
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for WI vs IRE Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Nicholas Pooran
Batsmen- William Porterfield, Devon Thomas, Andy Balbirnie
All-Rounders- Kieron Pollard, Roston Chase (c), Romario Shepherd, Curtis Campher (vc)
Bowlers- Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Barry McCarthy
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for WI vs IRE Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Shai Hope (c)
Batsmen- William Porterfield, Harry Tector, Shamarh Brooks, Andy Balbirnie
All-Rounders- Jason Holder (vc), Roston Chase, Simi Singh
Bowlers- Joshua Little, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales
WI vs IRE Ireland tour of West Indies, 1st ODI Match Probable Winner:
West Indies is expected to win this match between West Indies and Ireland.
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.