South Africa will be all set to lock horns against England in this crucial 1st Test encounter. Welcome to the ENG vs SA Test Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
England have managed to find wins but not in the most crucial of games after they tied the ODI matches and lost the T20I series which should keep them focused on starting well in this fixture.
South Africa on the other hand will come here after a successive series against Ireland which could add to their current momentum into this important match.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
South Africa could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
ENG- 1.98 DRAW- 3.60 SA- 3.80
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is well-balanced. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The forecast predicts a pleasant sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
England
J.Bairstow (wk), B.Foakes, Z.Crawley, O.Pope, A.Lees, J.Root, B.Stokes, J.Anderson, C.Overton, S.Broad, O.Edwaed Robinson
South Africa
K.Verreynne (wk), R.Rickelton, R.van der-Dussen, D.Elgar, K.Petersen, A.Markram, K.Maharaj, K.Rabada, A.Nortje, L.Ngidi, M.Jansen
Match Details
England vs South Africa – Test
Match: England vs South Africa (1st Test)
Date and Time: 17th August – 03:30 PM IST
Venue: Lord’s, London, England
Telecast: Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv
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Wicket-Keeper
Jonny Bairstow (9.0 Cr) has performed well in test cricket with a total of 5415 runs in 87 matches added to his performance on the field which should keep him motivated for this match.
Kyle Verreynne (8.5 Cr) has managed to score consistent runs in his recent performances which can be regained in this match as he holds a total of 343 runs in 8 test matches.
Batsman
Zak Crawley (8.5 Cr) will aim to bring his test form into the game which has earned him consistent runs that could be channeled into his performance for this fixture.
Dean Elgar (10 Cr) is an experienced man who can be dangerous for the opposition as he has scored 4864 runs in his 76 test appearances and is currently in top form for this contest.
Rassie van-der-Dussan (8.5 Cr) has the potential to work well in all sides of the game with amazing control of his batting and bowling skills with added experience that could prove lethal for the opposition.
All-rounders
Joe Root (10 Cr) can make his presence known as he so often does with his batting and bowling potential which should continue to sustain his form and makes him a potential game changer.
Ben Stokes (9.5 Cr) has scored 5280 runs which is just a bonus towards his 182 wickets in 83 test matches that makes him a crucial contributor for this match.
Aiden Markram (9.0 Cr) looked in great form during his recent club matches which should not stop him from continuing with his current form which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Bowlers
Craig Overton (8.0 Cr) can score decent runs to maintain the tail end of the batting order which is added to his bowling attributes that have earned him 21 wickets in 8 test matches.
Kagiso Rabada (9.5 Cr) is an up-and-coming talent with 243 crucial wickets in 52 matches which could continue to improve his performance for this contest.
Anrich Nortje (9.0 Cr) holds amazing potential which should help him make good use of his improving game time which could lead to better choices in this encounter.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
A.Markram is our captain because of his understanding of the surface which can be used to his benefit.
R.van-der-Dussan is our vice-captain because of his current form which can be channeled into his performance for this match.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Bairstow, Verrynne, Crawley, Elgar, van der Dussan (VC), Stokes, Root, Markram (C), Overton, Rabada, Nortje
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The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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