The West Indies are set to clash with Jos Buttler‘s England in the first T20I of the three-match series commen??cing on December 12 at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados.

Recent ODI success and return of Andre Russell

High on confidence from their recent 2-1 victory over England in the ODI series, West Indies will be led by Rovman Powell in the shortest format. The series also marks the return of explosive all-rounder Andre Russell to the national side, adding to the Caribbean team’s firepower. This T20I series holds significance as it serves as West Indies’ final home series in 2023 before co-hosting the T20I World Cup 2024 with the United States in June next year.

West Indies top-choice playing XI for the T20I Series against England:

1. Kyle Mayers

Kyle Mayers, a promising all-rounder, has showcased his ability to deliver impactful performances with both bat and ball. Known for his aggressive batting style, Mayers rose to prominence with a stunning double century on his Test debut against Bangladesh. His explosive batting and medium-fast bowling make him a versatile asset in the T20 format, and he adds depth to the team’s middle order.

2. Brandon King

Brandon King is a talented right-handed batter recognized for his consistency and ability to provide a strong start at the top of the order. With an impressive track record in domestic T20 leagues, King brings stability to the batting lineup. His adaptability and aggressive stroke play make him a key contributor to the team’s success.

3. Rovman Powell:

Rovman Powell, serving as the captain, is a dynamic all-rounder known for his aggressive batting and medium-fast bowling. His leadership skills and ability to accelerate the scoring rate in the middle overs make him a crucial player in the T20I squad. Powell’s aggressive approach can provide the team with the necessary impetus.

4. Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran, the wicketkeeper-batter, is a dynamic player capable of playing explosive innings in the middle order. Recognized for his aggressive style, Pooran has been a ??consistent performer in T20 cricket globally. His wicketkeeping skills, combined with his ability to finish games, make him a key player in the squad.

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5. Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer, a left-handed batter, is known for his aggressive and flamboyant style of play. A natural stroke-maker, Hetmyer has the capability to dismantle opposition bowling attacks. His ability to accelerate the scoring rate in the middle overs adds flair to the team’s batting lineup.

6. Andre Russell

Andre Russell, a T20 specialist, is a game-changer with his explosive batting and effective fast bowling. Renowned for his big-hitting prowess, Russell’s presence in the middle order can turn the tide of a game. Additionally, his ability to contribute with the ball makes him a valuable all-round asset.

7. Jason Holder

Jason Holder, a seasoned all-rounder, provides stability to the team with his calm and composed approach. Holder’s medium-fast bowling and ability to contribute crucial runs in the lower order make him a valuable asset. As a former captain, his experience adds leadership qualities to the squad.

8. Akeal Hosein

Akeal Hosein, a left-arm spinner, brings variety to the bowling attack. Known for his accuracy and ability to contain batters, Hosein plays a pivotal role in restricting the opposition’s scoring rate in the middle overs. His skills as a spin bowler make him an essential component in the T20 setup.

9. Roston Chase

Roston Chase, an off-spinning all-rounder, adds depth to the team’s bowling unit. Chase’s ability to break partnerships with his spin bowling and contribute with the bat in the middle order provides balance. His off-spin variations make him a valuable asset in T20 matches.

10. Alzarri Joseph

Alzarri Joseph, a talented fast bowler, brings pace and aggression to the team’s bowling arsenal. Joseph’s ability to generate bounce and pick up crucial wickets, especially in the powerplay, makes him a key player. His express pace adds an intimidating factor to the West Indies’ fast-bowling attack.

11. Gudakesh Motie

Gudakesh Motie, a left-arm orthodox spinner, provides an additional spin option to the squad. Motie’s deceptive spin and ability to outfox batters make him a valuable asset in the T20 format. His knack for taking crucial wickets can be instrumental in controlling the opposition’s innings.

Also READ: Andre Russell returns after two years as West?? Indies announce squad for England T20Is

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Delhi Capitals (DC) enjoyed a fruitful outing in the last year’s edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The side led by Shreyas Iyer reached the final of the competition but lost to Mumbai Indians (MI) by five wickets.

Even after losing the final battle, DC earned a lot of positives from the season. Rishabh Pant found his lost form, and the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Marcus Stoinis, Kagiso Rabada, Shikhar Dhawan and Anrich Nortje all shined in their respective roles.

Ahead of the IPL 2021, DC received a set-back after their regular skipper Iyer got ruled out from the lucrative league after injuring his shoulder in the recently concluded ODI series against England. In the absence of Iyer, Pant has been handed over the responsibili??ty to lead the si??de.

Let’s have a look at Delhi Capitals’ ideal playing XI in IPL 2021:

Openers: Prithvi Shaw, Shikhar Dhawan

Like the previous season, there won’t be any change in the opening pair of DC. Prithvi Shaw will again open the innings alongside Shikhar Dhawan. Shaw did not have a good season with the bat in IPL 2020 as he managed to score only 228 ru??ns from 13 games. However, his recent domestic circuit performance will undoubtedly giv??e him the confidence to enter the field in IPL 2021.

On the other hand, Dhawan had ??a marvellous outing last year. With 618 runs fr?om 17 games, the left-handed batsman finished the tournament as the second-highest run-getter. Dhawan would aim to replicate his previous season performance in the forthcoming edition of IPL.

Middle-order: Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant, Shimron Hetmyer

Since Iyer will not be a part of Capitals in IPL 2021, the middle-order responsibility will be born by Ajinkya Rahane, captain Pant and power-hitter Shimron Hetmyer. While Rahane will look to anchor the innings, Pant and Hetmyer shall be focusing on continuing their attacking brand of b?atting.

The wicketkeeper-batsman had s??mashed 343 runs in IPL 2020, while Hemyer only managed to score 185 runs. Similarly, Rahane amassed 113 runs from 9 games last year.

Finisher: Marcus Stoinis

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis had a dream IPL in the last season. The Western Aussie superstar scored 352 runs from 17 matches and picked up 13 wickets. More importantly, Stoinis made all these runs at an impressive strike rate of 148.52 while coming to bat at d??ifferent positions.

The 31-year-old was asked to bat according to situations, and he did the job pretty well for Capitals. Stoinis will be expected to play a finisher’s role in the upcoming season and bag wickets at crucial circumstances.

Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ravichandran Ashwin, Amit Mishra, Umesh Yadav

From the past few seasons, DC has been a side consisting of top-quality bowlers, who pick wickets and finish the matches with a lesser economy compared to their counterparts in the other teams. The likes of Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje will again lead the bowling attack for Capitals in IPL 2021, and Umesh Yadav will assist the South African bowling duo.

Rabada was the highest wicket-taker in the previous season with 30 scalps to his name from 17 matches. Similarly, Nortje finished IPL 2020 as the fourth leading wicket-taker. He bagged 22 scalps in 16 games. Umesh, on the other hand, only played two games and couldn’t get any wicket.

The spin department will be headed by Ravichandran Ashwin and veteran bowler Amit Mishra. Ashwin had a terrific season for whites while playing for India, and he will enter with supreme confidence. The Tamil Nadu bowler was?? the third-highest wicket-taker (13) for DC during IPL 2020. At the same time, Mishra did not play enough matches as he got injured during the last season. He only appeared in three games and picked up three wickets.

Here is Delhi Capitals’ ideal playing XI:

• Prithvi Shaw â€?Matches: 38; Runs: 826; Strike-rate: 139.76; 50’s: 6
• Shikhar Dhawan â€?Matches: 176; Runs: 5197; Strike-rate: 126.87; 100’s: 2; 50’s: 41
• Ajinkya Rahane â€?Matches: 149; Runs: 3933; Strike-rate: 121.39; 100’s: 2; 50’s: 28
• Rishabh Pant â€?Matches: 68; Runs: 2079; Strike-rate: 151.97; 100’s: 1 50’s: 12
• Shimron Hetmyer â€?Matches: 17; Runs: 275; Strike-rate: 138.88; 50’s: 1
• Marcus Stoinis â€?Matches: 46; Runs: 825; Strike-rate: 137.27; 50’s: 4; Wickets: 28; Economy: 9.37
• Ravichandran Ashwin â€?Matches: 154; Wickets: 138; Best: 4/34; Economy: 6.87
• Kagiso Rabada â€?Matches: 35; Wickets: 61; Best: 4/21; Economy: 8.23
• Anrich Nortje â€?Matches: 16; Wickets: 22; Best: 3/33; Economy: 8.39
• Amit Mishra â€?Matches: 150; Wickets: 160; Best: 5/17; Economy: 7.34
• Umesh Yadav â€?Matches: 121; Wickets: 119; Best: 4/24;; Economy: 8.51

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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have released as many as 12 players with the IPL ??2020 trading window coming to a close on Friday.

The? Virat Kohli-led side finished a disappointing 8th in the points table last season and will be looki?ng for a fresh start under the guidance of newly appointed team director Mike Hesson.

The ??Challengers have reached the IPL finals three times but are yet to win the magnificent trophy. Along with Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punj??ab, they are only the third team of the original eight franchises to have never been crowned champions.

The franchise has also made big changes in their coaching staff, bringing? in Simon Katich ??and Adam Griffith in place of Gary Kirsten and Ashish Nehra.

Here’s the list of players released by RCB:

Dale Steyn, Marcus Stoinis, Shimron Hetymer, Akshdeep Nath, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Colin de Grandhomme, Prayas Ray Barman, Tim Southee, Kulwant Khejroliya, Himmat Sin??gh, Heinrich Klaasen, Milind Kumar.

RCB is now left with a hefty amount of Rs 27.90 crores after releasing twelve players?. They are expec??ted to reinforce their side by splurging the cash on match-winning players in the IPL 2020 auction.

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