The first ODI between Aus & Sri will be played at Colombo and one can expect a decent wicket for the batsmen to bat on. However, the Lankan spinners will have their say too. Plenty of options in all categories, the key is to pick as per the conditions.
It’s only a two match series and both teams might want to experiment. Hence, you could see some surprising changes in both sides for this round. Keep an eye on the weather too.
The first Test between SA & NZ will be played at Durban and the wicket is likely to assist the seamers initially. The Kiwis won’t tinker much with their squad, but the Proteas might surprise us with their selection.
For this round between Pakistan and Ireland, we suggest you should pick the utility cricketers. Both teams have players who can do a bit of batting and bowling. On the weather front, some scattered showers are expected to hit the ground.
The final Test between India and West Indies will be played at the Queens Park Oval in Trinidad and Tobago. On this wicket, the Indian spinners are likely to come to the party. The visitors are also likely to play the same team that played in St Lucia.
The Nepal team has plenty of batting & bowling all-rounders in their scheme of things, owing to which their line-up is very difficult to predict. On the other hand, the Dutch will go ahead with their tired and tested cricketers. There is also no threat of rain for this round.
The wicket in Colombo is certainly going to offer a lot of turn for the spinners. Pick all the Lankan spinners in your fantasy teams to stay ahead. Also, remember the hosts are likely to go unchanged but expect some changes in the Aussie camp.
The pitch at Oval has always been a flat one and we could have another batting strip in South London. England batsmen once again to dominate proceedings. For this round, we would recommend you to pick majority of the batsmen as compared to the bowlers.
The third Test between India and West Indies will be played at St Lucia and we can expect another batting wicket. India’s opener Murali Vijay is likely to be fit for this game and that means either Shikhar Dhawan or Cheteshwar Pujara will have to warm the bench. For the hosts, though, expect Shai Hope to make the cut.
Both teams are unlikely to change their winning combination for this crucial tie. The Knight Riders bowling looks more potent as compared to the Tallawahs. That said, Jamaica have more firepower in their batting.
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