AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction For 1st Test of West Indies tour of Australia 2024 at Adelaide Oval

AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today With Stats, Pitch Report, Playing XI, Ground Stats & Player Record of West Indies tour of Australia, 2024 For 1st Test at Adelaide Oval

AUS vs WI: West Indies will lock horns against Australia in the 1st Test of the West Indies tour of Australia, 2024 on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

Australia are heading into the series after whitewashing Pakistan in the three-match Test series by 3–0, and they must be high on confidence. They are going to reshuffle its batting order by promoting Steve Smith to the opener position, replacing David Warner as Usman Khawaja‘s partner for the upcoming series against the West Indies.

On the other hand, the West Indies have included seven uncapped players in their 15-man squad for the tour. Under the leadership of Kraigg Brathwaite, the visitors will need to deliver an inspired performance to outshine the Australians on their home turf.

The most recent Test meeting between the two teams occurred in December 2022, where Australia emerged victorious with a thumping 419-run margin. This convincing win allowed the Aussies to whitewash West Indies in the two-match series.

Here’s your comprehensive guide for the AUS vs WI match with all the necessary information, including match details, pitch report, probable playing 11 and squads of Australia and West Indies, player records, stats, and Dream11 predictions for the fantasy teams of the 1st Test of the West Indies tour of Australia, 2024.


AUS vs WI Match Details

  • Match: Australia vs West Indies, 1st Test
  • Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024
  • Time: 5:00 AM (IST) | 11:30 PM (GMT) | 10:00 AM (Local)
  • Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide 

Pitch Report For AUS vs WI, 1st Test

The Adelaide Oval pitch provides a well-balanced surface for the test match, ensuring a fair competition between bat and ball right from day one. Anticipate fast bowlers causing havoc, especially if the surface offers swing.

Historical data indicates that teams batting first here have a higher likelihood of winning matches. Additionally, challenging Australia at this venue is an uphill battle, given their impressive 60% winning record against all opposition.


Pitch Stats of Adelaide Oval, Adelaide For AUS vs WI, 1st Test

  • Total matches: 83
  • Matches won batting first: 41
  • Matches won bowling first: 23
  • Average 1st Inns scores: 383
  • Average 2nd Inns scores: 347
  • Average 3rd Inns scores: 272
  • Average 4th Inns scores: 210
  • Highest total recorded: 674/10 (151.3 Ov) by AUS vs IND
  • Lowest total recorded: 77/10 (40.5 Ov) by WI vs AUS

Probable Playing XI For AUS vs WI, 1st Test

Australia Playing XI

Pat Cummins (C), Alex Carey (WK), Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood.

West Indies Playing XI

Kraigg Brathwaite (C), Joshua Da Silva (WK), Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kirk McKenzie, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Justin Greaves, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Kemar Roach, Shamar Joseph.


Stats of Australia & West Indies Form in Last 5 Matches

AUS Form

W
W
W
L
D

WI Form

D
L
L
L
W

AUS vs WI Captaincy Picks For 1st Test Between Australia vs West Indies

  • Mitchell Marsh
  • Usman Khawaja
  • Pat Cummins

AUS vs WI Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For 1st Test

Australia vs West Indies – Fantasy Team 1

  • Wicket-Keeper: Alex Carey
  • Batters: Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja, Kraigg Brathwaite, Marnus Labuschagne
  • All-Rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Kavem Hodge
  • Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Alzarri Joseph
  • Captain: Mitchell Marsh
  • Vice-Captain: Pat Cummins

Australia vs West Indies – Fantasy Team 2

  • Wicket-Keeper: Alex Carey
  • Batters: Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja, Kraigg Brathwaite, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne
  • All-Rounders: Mitchell Marsh
  • Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Alzarri Joseph
  • Captain: Usman Khawaja
  • Vice-Captain: Mitchell Marsh

AUS vs WI Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Australia is expected to win this match.


AUS vs WI 1st Test Live Streaming and Broadcast, Where to Watch?

  • Online Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
  • TV Broadcast: Star Sports

Disclaimer: The composition of this fantasy team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and intuition, this team is offered as a reference for your fantasy game selection and serves as an example. Keep the mentioned points in mind when forming your fantasy team and exercise your own judgment.