RSA vs WI Match Prediction & Betting Tips - Oct 26, 2021

RSA vs WI Match Prediction - Oct 26, 2021

The T20 World Cup has gotten underway with a bang and we have South Africa taking on the West Indies. South Africa lost its first match against Australia in what turned out to be a low-scoring thriller. The West Indies, though, were humiliated by England as they folded for just 55 runs in their previous match.

South Africa and West Indies played a five-match T20 series in West Indies earlier this year which South Africa won 3-2.

With Group A very difficult, neither of these teams can afford a second consecutive loss otherwise qualification for the semi-finals is going to be very tough. The fact that these two teams have lost their previous matches means you can get some decent betting odds in this match.

Cricket betting tips and match prediction for South Africa vs West Indies T20 World Cup 2021. The match is going to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on the 26th of October 2021.

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South Africa

South Africa suffered a massive batting failure against Australia on a surface that was slower than expected. The next match is being played in Dubai and there the surface is going to be much better. This means the onus is going to be on Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, and David Miller to win the match for their team.

While South Africa has a strong batting lineup, we think having to play Temba Bavuma at the top of the order is a massive hindrance. He is not a good T20 batsman and is basically helping the team whenever he gets out early. De Kock had his first failure in T20 internationals in the previous match, however, his IPL was quite poor too so this run of poor form is not new. He likes scoring runs against West Indies so look for betting markets with him in them.

The bowling duo of Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada is going to hold the key for South Africa in the bowling lineup. They have both played the entire IPL together in the UAE and so know exactly what to expect from the surface. Early wickets to keep the West Indian batting under check are going to be needed because the backup bowling is not the strongest.

Tabraiz Shamsi and Keshav Maharaj could be cannon fodder to the West Indians and Dwayne Pretorious just does not look like an international level bowler.

South Africa Playing 11

Temba Bavuma, Reeza Hendricks, RVD Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Dwaine Pretorius, K Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi.


West Indies

West Indies crumbled for 55 in the first match and the knives are out in the media against them. This sort of criticism can fuel the West Indies and actually help them come together as a team. Their batting is dangerous and one bad performance should not take that away from them. Evin Lewis, Lendl Simmons, Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, and Kieron Pollard. This is a dream team of batting firepower from the world of T20 franchise cricket.

West Indies has more depth and six-hitting power in its lineup. We have left Chris Gayle out of this list because he is clearly past his best, however, we hope to see him play without inhibitions to try and reduce the number of dot balls he faces.

West Indies does not have the same kind of fast-bowling resources that South Africa does but it can be quite effective o occasions as well. Obed McCoy is like a slow version of Tymal Mills and has a number of cutters that he can use at the death alongside Dwayne Bravo. Ravi Rampaul also has tremendous experience and a happy knack of taking wickets.

Hayden Walsh, Akeal Hossain, Andre Russell, and Kieron Pollard will chip into the bowling effort as needed.

West Indies Playing 11

LMP Simmons, Evin Lewis, Chris Gayle, Shimron Hetmyer, Dwayne Bravo, Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Ravi Rampaul, Hayden Walsh.

RSA vs WI Toss Prediction

The team that wins the toss is going to want to field first. 10 out of the previous 11 matches at this venue have been won by the team that has chased and so make sure you take this into account while placing your bets.

Read our guide on toss predictions to learn how we analyze and come up with our tips.

Pitch and Conditions

The pitch in Dubai has been flat, offered a nice amount of pace, and has been the best for batting in the entire UAE. The fast-bowlers are able to get some help with the new ball after which the pitch just becomes flat and good for batting. Pakistan chased down 151 with ease in the previous match and we think teams will need to aim higher. Something around 160-170 seems par for the surface.

This is a match where a lot of sixes are expected to be hit so the Total Sixes betting market should be on your radar.

RSA vs WI Dream11 Prediction

Dream11 team and Dream11 tips for South Africa vs West Indies T20 World Cup 2021

RSA vs WI Playing 11

  • Wicketkeeper:
    • Q de Kock (vc)
  • Batsmen:
    • L Simmons
    • E Lewis (c)
    • R van der Dussen
    • A Markram
  • All-rounders:
    • D Bravo
    • K Pollard
    • A Russell
  • Bowlers:
    • K Rabada
    • O McCoy
    • A Nortje

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RSA vs WI Betting Tips

We are going to back the West Indies to bounce back strongly and win this match. They have a strong batting lineup with some incredible hitting power. They are prone to collapsing and coming up with poor performances but the fact their team comprises some of the finest T20 players in the world cannot be denied. South Africa is hamstrung by its policies and its batting is not really playing to its potential. The lack of depth in bowling is also a big concern.

Bet on the West Indies to win.

Bonus Cricket Bets

  1. Betway

    Betway

    To Hit A Six

    Evin Lewis (1.61)

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There are a number of excellent options for this betting market but we suggest you start by taking a strong hard look at Evin Lewis. He is capable of hitting a six off the very first ball he faces and was the most prolific six-hitter in the previous season of the CPL

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    To Hit 3+ Fours

    Quinton de Kock (1.83)

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De Kock has been in tremendous form in T20 internationals for South Africa this year. He also enjoys playing against West Indies and scored heavily against them in the series that played before the World Cup.

Today Match Prediction

West Indies To Win the Match, 1.83

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Who will win RSA vs WI

South Africa 61.2% (1040)
West Indies 38.8% (660)
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