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England vs West Indies
Fantasy Teams Prediction
🏏 Match Details:
Match: England vs West IndiesTime: 29 May, 05:30 PM (IST) ⏰
Series: West Indies tour of England, 2025 🏆
Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham 🏟️
📌 Match Info:
- England (ENG) are gearing up to face the West Indies (WI) in the first ODI of the three-match series on Thursday, May 29, at the iconic Edgbaston stadium in Birmingham. Following a dominating innings win in the one-off Test against Zimbabwe a few days ago, the hosts will look to play the ODI series with the same intent.
- Notably, England will be playing under the leadership of Harry Brook, who is set to make his white-ball captaincy debut. Meanwhile, England's passing captain Jos Buttler has retained his spot and will be back after playing the Indian Premier League. In the bowling front, Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer have been ruled out owing to respective injuries.
- On the other hand, the West Indies will be coming after drawing the ODI series against Ireland. The Windies will be hoping to stick to their winning team and give the strong English team a spirited fight.
📡 Live Streaming:
🎥 The match will be live telecast on Fancode 📲🌤️ Weather & Pitch Report:
🌤️ Weather Report:
- The weather during the match time in Birmingham, US, will be rainy. The temperature is expected to be around 21°C on the match day with 97% humidity and 12.3 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There is are 98% chance of precipitation during the game.
🏟️ Pitch Analysis:
- The pitch at Edgbaston Stadium is renowned for its batting-friendly surface, but it also gives the bowlers plenty to work with. Its surface generally offers pace and consistent bounce, which makes it excellent for stroke play and gives batsmen a chance to showcase their batting skills.
🚨 Team News:
🔵 England (ENG):
- England enters the series after a disappointing campaign in the Champions Trophy, where they suffered a string of consecutive defeats. Led by Harry Brook, the team will now be looking to restore some pride and start the series with a win.
🔴 West Indies (WI):
- West Indies, on the other hand, come into the series with momentum, having recently secured a series win against Bangladesh and a draw against Ireland. Led by Shai Hope, the visitors will aim to make an early impact and take the lead in the series with a win in the first match.
🏅 Winning Chances:
England has very good form in recent matches, and most probably they will win this match.
🌟 Team Combo:
🔵 England (ENG)
🔝 Opening Batters
Will Jacks and Ben Duckett will open the innings. Both are very talented players and have played many attacking innings in previous matches.
Ben Duckett was the highest fantasy points gainer in the previous match.
🔥 One-Down Batter
Jacob Bethell will bat at No. 3. He will act as the backbone of the batting department and is responsible for stabilizing the innings in case of early wickets.
⚡ Middle-Order Batters
Joe Root and Harry Brook will strengthen the middle order for England.
Harry Brook will lead the England side. He is also a quality batter known for his aggressive stroke play.
🧤 Wicketkeeper
Jos Buttler will don the gloves for England. He is a reliable wicketkeeper and provides explosive batting options.
🔄 Spin Bowlers
Joe Root and Adil Rashid will handle the spin department. They are crucial for controlling the middle overs and picking key wickets.
🔥 Pace Bowlers
Brydon Carse and Saqib Mahmood will lead the pace attack. Both are capable of delivering early breakthroughs and restricting runs at the death.
🔵 West Indies (WI)
🔝 Opening Batters
Evin Lewis and Brandon King will open the innings for West Indies. Both are very talented players known for their explosive starts.
🔥 One-Down Batter
Keacy Carty will bat at No. 3. He will be the backbone of the batting department and is known for settling the innings in case of early wickets. He was the highest fantasy points gainer in the previous match.
⚡ Middle-Order Batters
Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo will handle the middle-order duties. They are responsible for stabilizing the innings and increasing the scoring rate in the middle overs.
⭐ Captain
Shai Hope will lead the West Indies team. A reliable batter and an experienced player, he brings both leadership and consistency.
🧤 Wicketkeeper
Shai Hope will be behind the stumps for West Indies. He is also a dependable middle-order batter.
🔄 Spin Bowlers
Gudakesh Motie and Roston Chase will lead the spin attack. They are expected to bowl key overs in the middle phase and pick up important wickets.
🔥 Pace Bowlers
Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales will spearhead the pace department. They will play crucial roles in both the powerplay and death overs.
⚡ Key Players to Watch:
🔴 England (ENG):
💥 Will Jacks
📊 Recent Scores: [25, 32, 38, 17]
An explosive top-order batter, Jacks is known for brisk starts. His consistent 30+ scores make him a solid pick for early momentum.
🔥 Jos Buttler
📊 Recent Scores: [21, 38, 23, 6, 34]
England’s power-hitter and skipper, Buttler can change games quickly. While not at his peak, his experience and strike rate keep him in contention.
🎯 Adil Rashid
📊 Recent Bowling: [1W, 1W, 1W, 4W, 1W]
England’s spin wizard, Rashid is a wicket-taking machine. His 4-wicket haul recently shows he can dominate middle overs.
🏏 Joe Root
📊 Recent Scores: [37, 120, 68, 24, 69]
Mr. Dependable, Root brings class and consistency to the middle. His century and fifties indicate rock-solid form.
🚀 Ben Duckett
📊 Recent Scores: [24, 38, 165, 34, 65]
A dynamic batter, Duckett has mixed short innings with a massive 165, proving he can both anchor and accelerate.
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🟢 West Indies (WI):
🌀 Justin Greaves
📊 Recent Performance: [0W, 0W, 0W, 1W, 41*]
A utility player with the ball and bat, Greaves has shown glimpses of impact. His unbeaten 41 highlights his lower-order value.
💣 Evin Lewis
📊 Recent Scores: [2, 49, 16, 29*, 68]
A classic Windies opener—fearless and powerful. His recent 68 underlines his match-winning potential.
💎 Roston Chase
📊 Recent All-Round: [(55, 1W), 1W, (32, 1W), (12, 1W), 1W]
A consistent all-rounder, Chase chips in with both bat and ball. Regular wickets and handy runs make him a fantasy favorite.
🚧 Brandon King
📊 Recent Scores: [19, 0, 8, 1, 15]
Struggling for form recently, King’s talent remains undeniable. One good knock can bring his rhythm back.
🔥 Alzarri Joseph
📊 Recent Bowling: [2W, 1W, 1W, 0W, 0W]
A fiery pacer who can deliver breakthroughs. Though slightly off-form lately, he remains a threat with new ball.
🎯 Gudakesh Motie
📊 Recent Bowling: [0W, 1W, 1W, 1W, 2W, 0W]
A rising spinner, Motie is building a name with steady performances. His 2-wicket game reflects his growing impact.
🏏 Shai Hope
📊 Recent Scores: [2, 3, 17*, 86, 14*]
An anchor in the middle order, Hope’s unbeaten 86 stands out. Often finishes games, making him a smart fantasy choice.
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🎯 C/VC Fantasy Picks:
💥 Will Jacks
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 7.5
A dynamic opener, Jacks is capable of explosive starts. Ideal VC pick in powerplay-heavy conditions where quick runs are rewarded.
🌟 Roston Chase
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 7.5
A consistent all-rounder, Chase is a smart VC option in balanced fantasy teams. Regular wickets and steady batting boost his C/VC value.
🚀 Brandon King
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 8
Though not in prime form, King has the potential to explode at the top. High-risk, high-reward pick for grand league captaincy.
👑 Joe Root
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 9
Mr. Consistency, Root anchors England’s innings and is dependable in ODIs. A safe captaincy choice in small leagues.
🔥 Ben Duckett
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 9
Duckett’s aggressive style and recent big scores make him a hot VC/C option. Can change games quickly if he gets going.
💎 Shai Hope
📊 Fantasy Points: 0 | ⭐ Credibility Rating: 9
WI's steady performer, Hope, plays the anchor role brilliantly. His finishing ability and not-outs make him valuable in point accumulation.
🧠 Expert Tip:
💥 Top Batting Core Picks:
Build your fantasy batting core around Joe Root and Ben Duckett.
Joe Root: England's Mr. Reliable in ODIs, Root’s ability to build long innings and rotate strike makes him the ideal anchor. Safe pick in all formats.
Ben Duckett: A dynamic batter in top form. Duckett’s aggressive stroke-play and recent big knocks make him a key player for early fantasy advantage.
🔥 Captain/Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain (Small Leagues):
Shai Hope – West Indies’ most consistent batter and a specialist in chasing. Expect steady points through the anchor role and potential not-outs.
Grand League C/VC Punt:
Roston Chase – With his all-around game and knack for breakthroughs, Chase can deliver surprise big points. A golden pick for GL captaincy punts.
⚡ Bowling Boosters:
Adil Rashid: England’s lead spinner who thrives in the middle overs. Known for his variations and wicket-taking ability, key in controlling opposition runs.
Alzarri Joseph: WI’s pace spearhead. Can deliver with both new ball and in death overs. Expect 2+ wickets on a good day.
🎯 Differential Pick:
Brandon King – While not in prime form, King can explode. His low ownership and attacking intent make him a valuable GL differential.
🤼 Squads:
✨ England (ENG) Squad:
Jos Buttler(WK), Joe Root, Adil Rashid, Tom Banton, Saqib Mahmood, Will Jacks, Ben Duckett, Brydon Carse, Harry Brook(C), Matthew Potts, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Smith(WK), Tom Hartley, Jacob Bethell✨ Scotland (SCO) Squad:
Shai Hope(WK)(C), Evin Lewis, John Campbell, Roston Chase, Brandon King, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Justin Greaves, Gudakesh Motie, Keacy Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Mathew Forde, Shamar Joseph, Jewel Andrew(WK), Amir Jangoo⚡ Final Check Reminder:
Don’t forget to review the Final Team section in the last 10 minutes before the match starts to make any necessary adjustments based on toss results and player availability!
🎯 Expected Overs Distribution
🏏 PBKS: 157/7 (16 overs)
🏏 MI: 139/8 (16 overs)
✅ Result: Punjab Kings won by 18 runs
4️⃣ Punjab Kings (PBKS) 🆚 Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
🏏 PBKS: 139/9 (20 overs)
🏏 CSK: 167/9 (20 overs)
✅ Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 28 runs
5️⃣ Punjab Kings (PBKS) 🆚 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
📅 Date: May 9, 2024
🏏 PBKS: 181/10 (17 overs)
🏏 RCB: 241/7 (20 overs)
✅ Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 60 runs
Note: These statistics are based on available match data from the 2024 and 2025 IPL seasons.
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🌟 PBKS Player Matchups Breakdown
🧢 Prabhsimran Singh: VS💣 Axar Patel: 24 R, 26 B, 1 W
🔁 V Nigam: —
💥 D Chameera: 23 R, 9 B, 0 W
💣 Kuldeep Yadav: 44 R, 29 B, 1 W
🔁 M Starc: —
💥 Mohit Sharma: 16 R, 10 B, 1 W
💣 T Natarajan: 21 R, 17 B, 1 W
💥 Mukesh Kumar: 0 R, 3 B, 1 W
🔥 Players' Recent Form & H2H
🔴 PBKS Players @ Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala & H2H Stats against DC
🧢 Prabhsimran Singh (RHB):⚡ H2H: 4 I, 163 R, 40.8 A, 139.3 SR
🔥 VENUE: 5 I, 151 R, 30.2 A, 157.3 SR
💣 1st Innings: 32 I, 982 R, 31.7 A, 150.4 SR
⚡ 2nd Innings: 32 I, 723 R, 24.9 A, 144.6 SR
💥 SMT 2024: 6 M, 6 I, 207 R, 34.50 A, 165.60 SR
🔥 T20I:
💣 T20D: 99 M, 98 I, 2810 R, 32.29 A, 149.07 SR
⚡ Last Season: 14 M, 14 I, 334 R, 23.85 A, 156.80 SR
🔥 This Season: 11 M, 11 I, 437 R, 39.72 A, 170.03 SR
💥 RM: 5, 69, 17, 0, 42, 30, 13, 33, 83, 54, 91
🧢 Josh Inglis (RHB):
⚡ H2H:
🔥 VENUE: 1 I, 30 R, 30.0 A, 214.3 SR
💣 1st Innings: 55 I, 1340 R, 27.3 A, 143.6 SR
⚡ 2nd Innings: 46 I, 1239 R, 35.4 A, 150.4 SR
🔥 T20I: 29 M, 28 I, 706 R, 30.69 A, 156.88 SR
💣 T20D: 145 M, 137 I, 3462 R, 30.10 A, 147.82 SR
⚡ This Season: 6 M, 6 I, 92 R, 23.0 A, 139.39 SR
🔥 RM: 2, 14, 29, 11, 6, 30
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🟣 DC Players @ Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala & H2H Stats against PBKS
🧢 Tristan Stubbs (RHB)⚡ H2H: 1 I, 5 R, 5.0 A, 62.5 SR
🔥 VENUE: -
💣 1st Innings: 33 I, 769 R, 40.5 A, 148.5 SR + 2 I, 2 O, 1 W
⚡ 2nd Innings: 28 I, 659 R, 31.4 A, 153.6 SR
🔥 T20I: 35 M, 29 I, 670 R, 29.13 A, 134.80 SR
💣 T20D: 133 M, 120 I, 2829 R, 32.51 A, 146.05 SR
⚡ Last Season: 14 M, 13 I, 378 R, 54.0 A, 190.90 SR
💥 In This Season: 11 M, 10 I, 259 R, 51.80 A, 151.46 SR + 2 I, 2 O, 0 W
💥 RM: 34+28/0(1), 21, 24, 38, 1, 34+12/0(1), 31, DNB, 34, 1, 41
🧢 Mukesh Kumar (RAM)
⚡ H2H: 2 I, 5 O, 2 W
🔥 VENUE: 1 I, 4 O, 1 W
💣 1st Innings: 20 I, 64 O, 21 W
⚡ 2nd Innings: 16 I, 57 O, 18 W
🔥 T20I: 17 M, 17 I, 54 O, 20 W
⚡ T20D: 75 M, 75 I, 251 O, 80 W
💥 In This Season: 10 M, 10 I, 31.3 O, 9 W
💥 RM: 22/1(2), 17/0(2), 36/1(4), 26/1(3), 38/1(4), 31/0(3), 40/1(4), 33/4(4), 51/0(3.3), 17/0(2)
Watch the Final Team Section for Our Grand League & Small League Final Team
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This team may change after the toss if any player is absent. Stay tuned and recheck the final lineup in the last 10 minutes before the match starts to make necessary adjustments!
🎯 Smart Strategies for Fantasy Success
1️⃣ Small League to GL Masterplan
- Pick an after-toss small league final team and rotate C/VC Options or Pick your own Risky C/VC.
- Add 1-2 punt player — someone unexpected who might outperform.
2️⃣ Mega Grand League Combinations
- Create one-sided winning teams for both sides based on toss and pitch insights.
🔄 Important Adjustments
- Make changes if any player is absent after the toss.
- GL Team Guide images are for reference only — tweak your team as needed.
- High-Risk Alert: Grand League teams can be risky. Play at your own discretion.
- Final Team Update: Check back in the last 15 minutes before the match starts for final adjustments.
- Experiment with alternate combos — swap 1-2 players using this guide for better odds.
🔥 Top Tips for Team Building
✅ Check player form — in-form players score more.
✅ Analyze pitch & weather — conditions influence performance.
✅ Follow team updates — last-minute changes matter.
✅ Study head-to-head records — track rival performances.
✅ Spot key players — captains, finishers, and strike bowlers.
✅ C/VC Selection is Crucial — double points can turn the tables.
✅ Balance is key — combine batsmen, bowlers, all-rounders, and keepers.
✅ Confirm player availability — avoid picking absent players.
✅ Research stats & expert opinions — data fuels winning strategies.
🎉 Good Luck, Fantasy Champs! 🥳
⚠️ Disclaimer
- Fantasy Cricket blends skill and luck — we cover the skill, luck is up to you!
- Expected Playing XI is based on expert knowledge — adapt after the toss.
- No strategy is foolproof — monitor the match and tweak your team live.
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🔄 Team Update Reminder:
This team may change after the toss if any player is absent. Stay tuned and recheck the final lineup in the last 10 minutes before the match starts to make necessary adjustments!
💪 About the Prime Team
The "Prime Team" is a carefully curated fantasy squad designed to give you an edge over the competition. It’s built on a foundation of data-driven insights and expert analysis, aiming to maximize your points haul in every match.
🧠 What Makes a Prime Team?
✅ Current Form — Players in top form are more likely to deliver consistent performances.
✅ Performance Stats — Deep analysis of batting averages, bowling economy, strike rates, and fantasy points per match.
✅ Match Conditions — Pitch behavior, weather reports, and venue stats are crucial for predicting player performance.
✅ Head-to-Head Records — Track how players perform against specific teams or bowlers.
✅ Player Roles — Identifying key roles like finishers, powerplay strikers, death-over specialists, and all-rounders.
✅ Toss Impact — First innings vs. chasing team behavior affects player output.
✅ Recent Team Strategies — Analyzing batting order changes, bowling rotation, and captaincy tactics.
✅ Injury & Replacement Updates — Stay ahead with real-time info on player fitness and last-minute swaps.
✅ Punt Players — A high-risk, high-reward pick that can turn the tide in Grand Leagues.
✅ C/VC Picks — Choosing a captain and vice-captain strategically for double and 1.5x points boosts.
🎯 Prime Team Goal:
- Maximize Fantasy Points — Every player is picked to balance consistency with explosiveness.
- Outsmart Opponents — A mix of safe performers and differential picks helps you gain an edge.
- Adaptability — It is Designed to be easily tweaked after the toss based on the final playing XI and pitch report.
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