West Indies will look for an upset in the AUS vs WI 1st T20I after being swept aside in the ODI series. ODI World Champions Australia whitewashed the Caribbean side in the three-match ODI series and will begin their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in June with the series against West Indies.
AUS vs WI 1st T20I Preview
Australia have recalled most of their regular playing members keeping the T20 World Cup in mind. Besides Pat Cummins and Mitchel Starc who have been given a break keeping the T20 WC in mind, other players including all-rounder Glenn Maxwell returns to the team against the West Indies.
Matthew Wade, Tim David, Matthew Short, and Jason Behrendorff are all set to feature for the Australians in the series. Most of the above names will be there when Australia travel to play the T20 World Cup. Matthew Short, who had a brilliant Big Bash League, will look to make a name for himself in the series.
A few experienced cricketers are expected to join the West Indies team, which should improve their spirits. Some of the shortest format’s most dangerous hitters, including Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran, and Andre Russell, will be crucial for the West Indies in both the impending series and the World Cup.
With Alzarri Joseph and Akeal Hosein in the mix, the bowling appears to be in order as well. If they succeed in upsetting the Aussie national team, West Indies will have demonstrated to the cricket world that they are once again capable of dominating the game.
AUS vs WI 1st T20I Pitch Report
In general, Bellerive Oval’s surface is favorable for batting. One side of the boundary is short, so the bowlers should anticipate going for a hammering if they miss their length. In order to prevent damage, the bowlers must consistently hit the correct areas. The surface might help the new-ball bowlers a little bit.
AUS vs WI 1st T20I Weather Report
According to Accuweather, the temperature in Hobart is likely to be between 10 and 22 degrees Celsius. The day will be overcast throughout. However, there is a zero per cent chance of precipitation.
AUS vs WI 1st T20I Probable Playing XI
Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Jason Behrendorff, Josh Hazlewood, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa
West Indies: Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Shai Hope, Kyle Mayers, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd/Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph
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