2023 World Cup champion Australia is set to face the West Indies in a three-match ODI series, commencing at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, February 2. The recently concluded two-match Test series between Australia and West Indies ended with a 1-1 scoreline. Australia, led by the experienced Steve Smith.
Australian pacers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood are on rest due to workload management after featuring in all five Test matches this summer. This opens up opportunities for emerging talents, with the likes of Xavier Bartlett and Nathan Ellis looking to make an impact.
The batting lineup will also change, with the legendary David Warner bidding farewell to ODIs, and Mitchell Marsh unavailable for the 50-over format. As a result, Australia will showcase a new opening pair.
On the other side, the West Indies, ranked 10th in ODIs, enter the series with confidence following their recent success against England under the leadership of Shai Hope.
The series starts at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on February 2. The action will then move to the Sydney Cricket Ground for the second match on February 4, followed by the final clash in Canberra on February 6.
- 1st ODI: February 2, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
- 2nd ODI: February 4, Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
- 3rd ODI: February 6, Manuka Oval, Canberra
The ODI series between Australia and the West Indies will have competitive cricket, showcasing the talent and determination of both teams. Stay tuned for updates and highlights as the battle for ODI supremacy unfolds over the coming days. Get the best odds for for Aus Vs WI One day series on Winbuzz.
Team Squads:
Australia: Steve Smith (C), Travis Head (VC), Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (WK), Sean Abbott, Marnus Labuschagne, Lance Morris, Matt Short, Adam Zampa.
West Indies: Shai Hope (C), Alzarri Joseph, Teddy Bishop, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Gudakesh Motie, Kjorn Ottley, Alick Athanaze, Romario Shepherd, Oshane Thomas, Hayden Walsh Jr.
Aus Vs WI One Day Series 2024 Winbuzz Prediction:
Australia has a high chance of Winning matches.