Betting Tips

This will be a tight affair that could swing either way, characteristic of many of their duels on West Indian shores over the years. The toss could be vital in setting up the way the game falls. Both teams have strong fast-bowling units licking their lips to exploit early seam movement. They also have batting lineups capable of chasing most totals in a variety of conditions.

West Indies vs England Head-to-Head record

Both teams have shared many an exciting contest, especially in the Caribbean. Overall, the West Indies have won ten T20Is at home against England while England have won nine T20Is when visiting the West Indies. The previous T20I series in West Indies fell three-two in favour of the hosts. England won the first match of the series, just a few hours before this match.

West Indies vs England Live-Streaming and Broadcast

The second T20I of the West Indies vs England series will take place on Sunday, 10 November 2024 and can be live-streamed on the Fancode app. There is just about 24 hours gap between the first and second match of the series.

WI vs ENG Team Previews

West Indies

The West Indies had white-ball momentum behind them after claiming a two-one ODI series victory. The loss in the first match has put a break on that, though.

Brandon King and Evan Lewis opened the batting. You can be certain that there is going to be no holding back or lack of intent from the openers. They may not have got going in the first match but do not count them out.

The middle-order will shift the tempo of the game effortlessly. Nicholas Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell are game-changers. The English bowlers will find them difficult to contain after the first six overs. We saw how early wickets did not stop Pooran from taking the attack to the English bowlers. We believe he is one of the best batters in the world in this format right now.

The West Indies T20I squad are blessed with so many quality all-rounders. Andre Russell has been one of the top picks in the world’s best T20 leagues for a good number of years now. Jason Holder is a batter with a sound technique, but equally dangerous with the moving ball.

Romario Shepherd contributes with lower-order short and sharp hitting and can also produce magic deliveries to remove the English batters.

The West Indies bowling unit is well-rounded, but pace heavy. Shamar Joseph did not bowl in the first match but can take the new ball in this next match. Akeal Hosein's left-arm spin will be used to dot up an end while chipping in with wickets too. The all-rounders of Russell, Holder and Shepherd add to the strong pace attack.

West Indies Expected Playing 11

England

England chose to open with Will Jacks and Phil Salt in the first match. We think this is the right direction for the team as it gives them two absolutely gun opening batters that can score rapidly. Buttler was out first ball but having someone like him at three is a huge advantage as well.

Jacob Bethell has shown enough talent to get a long run in the middle of the order and continues to add to an already strong English batting lineup.

England's all-rounders give them the ability to bat deep while also having more than enough bowling options. Liam Livingstone can bowl every which way under the sun while also being a destroyer with the bat.

Sam Curran offers left-arm swing bowling and middle-order batting depth. Youngsters Jacob Bethell and Rehan Ahmed contributes with bat and ball as well. England will have all bases covered with the bat and ball from right-hand and left-hand angles.

England's bowling arsenal is well-stocked with pace and spin. Jofra Archer's express pace may rush the batters and Reece Topley's variation with the left-arm angle may be awkward to face. Adil Rashid and Rehan Ahmed will form an interesting duo of leg-spin from both ends. Besides the obvious customers with the ball, they have the potential to call on Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran and Jacob Bethell too.

England Expected Playing 11

WI vs ENG Toss Prediction

The recommended choice at the toss would be to bowl first. Bowling first would give the team time to assess the conditions. Batting should also feel easier when chasing if the dew factor comes into play. The ball may feel like it skids onto the surface in the second innings.

Pitch and Conditions

Kensington Oval should be a balanced pitch with seam movement and bounce on offer for the fast bowlers. Batters may be able to come away with a profit if they can see off the new ball. The rain may neutralise any chance of turn from the pitch. A score in the region of 160 to 180 runs could be competitive, but wouldn’t necessarily guarantee victory.

The weather forecast for matchday looks bleak for cricket, with thundershowers expected throughout the day at 41 percent. You can expect hot and humid temperatures, despite the showers from above.

SA vs IND Betting Tips

This match could fall in the hands of the home team considering their current white-ball form and home advantage. Both teams have powerful batting lineups filled with boundary-hitters on show. Both sets of pacers will have early seam movement to work with. The powerplay in both innings will be critical. The team choosing to bowl first will be at an advantage.

We think the West Indian power-hitters and their all-rounders will help them even the series.

Bet on the West Indies to win.