West Indies vs England 1st T20I Prediction, Odds, and Betting Tips
After sealing the ODI series 2-1, West Indies are set to face England in the 1st T20I on November 10, 2024, at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. England will be looking to bounce back strongly after their ODI loss. They are comparatively a stronger T20I side, featuring game-changers like Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, and Liam Livingstone. West Indies, however, are high on confidence after their ODI series win, with players experienced in T20 leagues worldwide. This match promises to be an exciting contest for fans. Check out the West Indies vs England prediction.
WI vs ENG 1st T20I Prediction: England to win
Key Stats
- West Indies have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
- England have won 2 of their last 5 matches.
- England defeated West Indies in their last encounter.
Match Prediction: Despite the ODI series result, England are likely to make a strong comeback and start the 5-match T20I series with a win.
Most Recent H2H: England’s upper hand
Winning team | Won by | Date |
England | 8 wickets | 20 Jun 2024 |
West Indies | 4 wickets | 22 Dec 2023 |
England | 75 runs | 20 Dec 2023 |
England | 7 wickets | 16 Dec 2023 |
West Indies | 10 runs | 14 Dec 2023 |
England preview
England boasts a strong T20I squad with multiple match-winners with both bat and ball. They performed well in the T20I World Cup 2024, reaching the semi-finals. With players like Buttler, Salt, Archer, Curran, and Livingstone, England will aim for a strong start.
West Indies preview
West Indies also feature several match-winners in their lineup. They come into this series with high confidence after their ODI series win. Keacy Carty and Brandon King were standout performers in the ODI series and will look to continue their form.