To kick off England’s home summer, the West Indies will tour the country for a three-match Test series. Jimmy Anderson, England’s seasoned fast bowler, is scheduled to play his last game in the first test of the tour. West Indies have never lost to England at home, and they will be looking to keep up this winning streak when they visit us following an inspiring series tie with Australia. In this series, both teams will aim to exert maximum pressure on one another.
A few new players have joined the England batting lineup, and they will be looking to carry on their strong play in this series as well. Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett, the openers, will likely open the innings in their typical attacking fashion, with seasoned players like Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Chris Woakes, and captain Ben Stokes batting in the middle order. In this match, Jamie Smith will make his batting debut as a wicket-keeper.
Ben Stokes is expected to return to bowling duties and debutant Gus Atkinson will be the first change bowler, with James Anderson and Chris Woakes pairing up to handle the new ball. Following his outstanding performance in the India series, Shoaib Bashir will be their primary spinner.
England Squads
England
Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Jamie Smith, Shoaib Bashir, Chris Woakes, Harry Brook, Gus Atkinson, Ben Duckett, James Anderson
West Indies
In this match, West Indies will start with their captain Kraigg Brathwaite, and rookie Mikyle Louis. With players like Kirk McKenzie, Kavem Hodge, and Alick Althanaze in the playing XI, they have an inexperienced middle order. Jason Holder and keeper Joshua Da Silva will give their batting lineup more depth and experience.
With Jason Holder in the starting lineup, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, and Jayden Seales will make up a potent core of pace. Gudakesh Motie and Kevin Sinclair will compete for the playing XI’s lone spinner position.
If either captain wins the toss, they will both try to bat first because the first two or three days of the match will be ideal for batting. The weather predictors predict that London will see bright and sunny weather for the first two days, followed by overcast and dark conditions for the next two days.
Historically, Lord’s has had a solid pitch that balances the bat and ball. To aim the bowlers, batsmen must be able to see through the new ball spell.
ENG vs WI Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
The ENG won two games in their last five matches and WI won just one match.
According to cricket analysts, England has an 80% chance of winning.
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