As the Women’s ODI series between West Indies and South Africa hurtles towards a compelling decider at the historic Three Ws Oval in Barbados, fantasy cricket enthusiasts find themselves spoiled for choice. With the series tantalizingly poised at 1-1, both teams’ superstars have flexed their muscles, turning this clash into a must-watch spectacle for cricket enthusiasts and fantasy players alike.
Fantasy XI Picks for West Indies Vs South Africa 3rd ODI
Wicketkeeper:
Shemaine Campbelle
Campbelle’s recent half-century (53 off 58 balls in the 2nd ODI) underlines her ability to anchor the West Indies’ middle order. With 63 runs in two innings, she promises both stability and points behind the stumps, making her a reliable fantasy pick as your lone wicketkeeper. She has scored 1,916 runs at a strike rate of 58.66 and an average of 20.16 in 115 innings, including 5 half-centuries and a century with the bat for her side in the ODI format.
Batters:
Laura Wolvaardt
The South African skipper has chipped in with 55 runs (SR 57.29, Avg 27.50) in the series, modest, but her class and big-match temperament make her a must-have in a series decider. She has scored 4,444 runs at a strike rate of 71.50 and an average of 48.83 in 105 innings, including 34 half-centuries and 8 centuries to her name at the top of the order for South Africa in the ODI format.
Nondumiso Shangase
Shangase’s emergence has been a breakthrough highlight. She registered her maiden ODI fifty (55 off 48) and has picked up 2 wickets in the ongoing series, showcasing her all-round value and momentum. She has scored 149 runs at a strike rate of 66.22 at an average of 14.90 in 10 innings with the bat, including her maiden half-century in the previous game. She has also picked up 8 wickets at an economy of 5.29 in 15 innings with the ball for her side in the ODI format so far in her brief career.
Sune Luus
Luus is the series’ leading run-scorer with 108 runs (SR 91.52, Avg 54), including a match-winning 76 off 65 balls. Her recent Player of the Match performance and handy off-breaks offer dual avenues for fantasy points. She has scored 2,445 runs at a strike rate of 65.93 and an average of 25.46 in 112 innings, including 15 half-centuries and a century to her name with the bat for her side. She has also picked up 116 wickets at an average of 22.44 and an economy of 4.50 in 94 innings with the ball, including 3 four-wicket hauls and 5 five-wicket hauls with the ball for South Africa in the ODI format.
All-rounders:
Hayley Matthews
Matthews is the West Indies’ talisman, the 2nd highest run-scorer in the series (96 runs, SR 94.11, Avg 48), including a half-century, and also had taken 3 wickets. Matthews’ consistent scoring and impact with the ball set her apart. She has scored 3,066 at a strike rate of 76.36 and an average of 34.06 in 95 innings, including 8 half-centuries and 9 centuries with the bat for her side. She has also picked up 124 wickets at an average of 33.91 and an economy of 4.11 in 92 innings with the ball, including 5 four-wicket hauls with the ball. She has been a massive impact player for the West Indies, especially in the ODI format.
Marizanne Kapp
Kapp returned in style in the 2nd ODI, scoring 32 off 29 balls and taking 2 wickets (6-0-42-2). She can single-handedly swing the fantasy contest in your favour. She has scored 3,148 runs at an average of 33.84 and a strike rate of 76.24 in 129 innings, including 15 half-centuries and 3 centuries with the bat for her side. She has also picked up 166 wickets at an average of 24.58 and an economy of 3.82 in 140 innings, including 4 four-wicket hauls and 1 five-wicket haul with the ball for South Africa in the ODI format.
Nadine de Klerk
With 53 runs (SR 117.77, Avg 26.50) and a wicket, de Klerk’s all-round credentials cannot be overlooked, especially given her explosive batting and ability to chip in with the ball. She has scored 713 runs at a strike rate of 78.78 and an average of 23 in 40 innings, including a couple of half-centuries with the bat for her side in the format. She has also picked up 54 wickets at an average of 29.03 and an economy of 4.95 in 46 innings, including one four-wicket haul with the ball for South Africa, in the format. She is a dynamic contributor with the bat as well as with the ball for the Proteas.
Aaliyah Alleyne
Alleyne’s bowling prowess is on display as the joint 3rd highest wicket-taker (3 wickets, Avg 32.33, Econ 6.06). While her batting returns have been modest, her ability to deliver breakthroughs makes her invaluable. She has scored 477 runs at an average of 15.38 in 40 innings with the bat for her side. She has also picked up 44 wickets at an average of 27.13 and an economy of 5.48 in 41 innings, including one four-wicket haul with the ball for her side in the ODI format to date.
Chenille Henry
Henry’s 50 runs (SR 102.04, Avg 25) underline her reliability in the middle order and potential finishing skills. Her handy medium pace also offers fantasy value. She has scored 780 runs at a strike rate of 84.69 and an average of 17.72 in 49 innings, including four half-centuries with the bat for her side in the format so far. She has also picked up 33 wickets at an average of 38.33 and an economy of 5.05 in 48 innings with the ball for the West Indies in the ODI format.
Chloe Tryon
Tryon’s 37 runs (SR 115.62) and a wicket in two outings hint at her game-breaking potential with the bat and her left-arm spin, ideal for those seeking differential value. She has scored 2,102 runs at a strike rate of 101.64 and an average of 26.60 in 92 innings, including 13 half-centuries to her name in the format with the bat for her side. She has also picked up 54 wickets at an average of 40.12 at an economy of 4.36 in 82 innings, including one five-wicket haul with the ball for South Africa in the ODI format so far.
Bowlers:
Nonkululeko Mlaba
Mlaba is the leading wicket-taker of the series with 5 wickets (Avg 11, Econ 3.43), including a four-wicket haul in the 2nd ODI. Her miserly economy and wicket-taking knack make her the first bowler picked for this fixture. She has picked up 34 wickets at an average of 38 and an economy of 4.85 in 33 innings with the ball, including her maiden four-wicket haul in the previous game with the ball for her side.
This balanced Fantasy 11 blends in-form players and proven match-winners to give you the edge in the ODI series finale. With the stakes high, expect these stars to deliver fireworks at the Three Ws Oval and help you soar in your fantasy leagues.
