WI vs SA Pitch Report for Guyana Test: Check All the Details

Cricket fans in Guyana are in for a treat as Test cricket makes its long-awaited return to the Providence Stadium, with the last Test match played here in May 2011. This upcoming clash holds significant importance, as both teams are vying for the prestigious Sir Vivian Richards Trophy and crucial World Test Championship points.

WI vs SA Pitch Report for Guyana Test

The upcoming Test will be the first played at Providence in over 13 years, so recent data on the pitch is limited. Historically, though, spin has played a significant role on this ground, and the bounce is likely to become unpredictable from day four onwards. The two previous Test matches held here were both won by the teams that batted first, emphasizing the importance of a strong first-innings score.

With the pitch expected to deteriorate as the match progresses, both captains will likely aim to win the toss and bat first to capitalize on the best batting conditions early on.

WI vs SA 2nd Test Preview

The Test series between West Indies and South Africa is delicately poised at 0-0, with everything to play for in this final match. The outcome will not only decide the winner of the series but also impact the standings in the World Test Championship. The West Indies currently find themselves at the bottom of the table, while South Africa is just two places ahead in seventh. Both teams are desperate to climb up the rankings, adding extra intensity to this contest.

The first Test of the series was a thrilling encounter, with batters taking control in the later stages as the pitch remained firm. However, the conditions at Providence are expected to be quite different, potentially giving South Africa’s spin wizard Keshav Maharaj a crucial role on a surface that favors spin.

Predicted West Indies Playing XI

Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Mikyle Louis, Keacy Carty, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Jason Holder, Joshua Da Silva (wk), Kemar Roach, Gudakesh Motie, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales

Predicted South Africa Playing XI

Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Ryan Rickelton, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Mulder, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi