5 reasons why England vs WI will be a competitive series

The bowling attack looks balanced

The talented Devendra Bishoo could trouble the English batsmen with spin

The bowling attack of the Windies looks good, with most bowler’s suitable options for an ODI series in England. Looking at the conditions which would be on offer in England, the crop of bowlers selected are pretty good, effective picks - and here's why.

The biggest positive is the inclusion of Jerome Taylor. His quick arm action, ability to reverse the ball, along with a deceptive slower ball makes him a wicket taking option for the Windies.

In a bowling line-up filled with similarity, Taylor’s speed with the ability to swing the ball is a huge bonus for Jason Holder to have.

As otherwise the likes of Holder, Kesrick Williams, Alzari Joseph, Miguel Cummins and Powell all are about the same kind of bowlers. They bowl at 125-135 kms/hr., generally their wicket taking deliveries would be the ball which goes away from the batsmen.

With England’s top order a bit iffy around the off-stump when conditions suit the swing bowlers, these are good options to have. What could have spiced up this attack even more and get some variety is Sheldon Cotrell’s slippery left arm fast-mediums or a Kemar Roach who is express pace and his speed can unnerve the batsmen.

With the English batsmen in good knick and pitches generally easing out after the first 10-15 overs, the Windies need spinners who can control the innings and get wickets in the middle of the innings.

With Ashley Nurse and Devendra Bishoo in their side, they have two competent spinners who can cause trouble to the English batsmen.

It now remains to be seen if these bowlers can play up to potential and not get bogged down by the fact that every result is critical for their team, if they want to play in the World Cup.

Can they deliver as a bowling unit? We will have to wait and watch.