West Indies will be taking on Australia in the first Test at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on 25th June at 7:30 PM IST.
Get the best WI vs AUS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st Test match of the Australia Tour of West Indies 2025. Expert analysis and more.
WI vs AUS Match Preview:
Australia’s tour of West Indies kicks off on June 25, 2025, with the first of three Test matches. Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, will host this opening clash, part of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship.
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Roston Chase captains the West Indies side, while Pat Cummins leads Australia. For the West Indies, Kraigg Brathwaite, Shai Hope, and Shamar Joseph stand out as key players. Meanwhile, Australia relies on Usman Khawaja, Travis Head, and Nathan Lyon to drive their campaign.
Historically, Australia dominates the head-to-head record, winning 61 of 120 Tests against West Indies, who have secured 33 victories. With both teams eager to start the new WTC cycle strongly, an intense battle awaits at Bridgetown.
WI vs AUS Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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West Indies |
33 |
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Australia |
61 |
WI vs AUS Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
27°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Scattered Clouds |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
271 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Good |
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Winning % |
80% |
WI vs AUS Playing 11s (Predicted):
West Indies Playing 11: Kraigg Brathwaite, Mikyle Louis, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Roston Chase ©, Tevin Imlach (wk), Jomel Warrican, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph
Australia Playing 11: Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins ©, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
Hot Picks for WI vs AUS Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Travis Head, Australia’s dynamic left-handed middle-order batter, brings explosive flair, showcasing exceptional skill and consistency in matches. |
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Beau Webster, Australia’s versatile right-handed batsman, and right-arm medium-fast bowler excels with all-round prowess, demonstrating skill and dynamism. |
Top Picks:
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Pat Cummins, Australia’s inspiring captain, excels as a right-handed batsman and fast bowler, showcasing exceptional all-round skill and leadership. |
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Mitchell Starc, Australia’s exceptional left-arm fast bowler, delivers electrifying pace, showcasing remarkable skill and precision in matches. |
Budget Picks:
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Roston Chase, West Indies’ skilled right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler, excels with versatile all-round ability, showcasing finesse and dynamism. |
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Justin Greaves, West Indies’ adept right-handed batsman and right-arm pacer, showcases dynamic all-round talent, excelling with finesse and versatility. |
WI vs AUS Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Travis Head & Beau Webster |
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Vice-Captain |
Pat Cummins & Mitchell Starc |
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Alex Carey, Shai Hope
- Batters – Travis Head (c), Usman Khawaja, Keacy Carty
- All-rounders – Beau Webster, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves
- Bowlers – Pat Cummins (vc), Mitchell Starc, Alzarri Joseph
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Alex Carey, Shai Hope
- Batters – Travis Head, Keacy Carty
- All-rounders – Beau Webster (c), Roston Chase, Justin Greaves
- Bowlers – Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc (vc), Alzarri Joseph, Josh Hazelwood
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Test Australia Tour of West Indies 2025 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Marnus Labuschagne |
7.0 credits |
NA |
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Brandon King |
7.0 credits |
NA |
WI vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Test Australia Tour of West Indies 2025 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Travis Head |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Beau Webster |
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Punt Picks |
Josh Hazlewood and Usman Khawaja |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-3-3-3 |
WI vs AUS Match Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, Australia is expected to win this match.
