SA vs WI 1st ODI Match Prediction- Who Will Win the 1st ODI Between South Africa and West Indies?

With a washout in the first ODI, both South Africa and West Indies lose an opportunity to look at their line-ups ahead of the World Cup. Both the upcoming fixtures are very important to them as they look to secure qualification for the World Cup.

SA vs WI Match Details

Date: March 18th, 2023

Time: 4:30 PM IST

Venue: East London

SA vs WI Weather Report

The weather remains a concern with rain still on the forecast.

SA vs WI Pitch Report

A flat track full of runs is expected.

SA vs WI Head to Head

Played- 62 | South Africa – 44 | West Indies- 15 | No Result- 2 | Tie- 1

SA vs WI Predicted Playing XI

South Africa Playing XI

Reeza Hendricks, Quinton De Kock, Temba Bavuma, Rassie Van Der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickleton, Andile Phehlukwayo, Wiaan Mulder, Sisanda Magala, Lungi Ngidi, Lizaad Williams

West Indies Playing XI

Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran, Jason Holder, Roston Chase, Rovmann Powell, Odean Smith, Akeal Hossein, Romario Shepherd, Shannon Gabriel

SA vs WI Key Players

Nicholas Pooran

Pooran’s form has been a concern and now he comes in as a player after stepping down from captaincy. He is a part of a West Indies line-up which is full of firepower as they bat super deep, allowing Pooran o play the way he is known to play, with a lot more freedom around him.

Sisanda Magala

After some fitness struggles Sisanda Magala has made himself heard. He now looks a lot tougher to leave out as he consistently picks up wickets, and looks very promising, which has also allowed him to earn a central contract.

SA vs WI Match Tips

Both South Africa and West Indies can be very dangerous on their day. West Indies though look very strong with a deep line-up, and can spring a surprise against the home side.