India and West Indies are set to clash in the second One Day International (ODI) of their three-match series at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Having secured a victory in the opening fixture, India will look to seal the series, whereas West Indies will be desperate for a win to force a decisive third match.
With an eye on the 2027 ODI World Cup, India will continue to tinker with their combinations. The trio of all-rounders—Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, and Naman Dhir—might receive another chance to prove their worth as the team management searches for the perfect balance.
On the other hand, West Indies will aim to carry forward the positive momentum from their previous outing. After a solid opening stand from John Campbell and Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty will look to deliver a more impactful performance. Additionally, Sherfane Rutherford is anticipated to rejoin the squad after missing the first game due to personal commitments.
IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Match Details
- Date and Time: September 30, 2:00 PM Local / 8:30 AM GMT / 2:00 PM IST
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
IND vs WI Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Matches Played: 143 | India Won: 73 | West Indies Won: 64 | Tied/No Result: 6
Barsapara Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati has established itself as a high-scoring venue in recent ODIs. In the 2018 encounter, West Indies posted a formidable 322, but India chased it down comfortably powered by quick centuries from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Furthermore, India recorded a massive total of 373 against Sri Lanka at this ground, securing a comprehensive 67-run victory.
These historical trends indicate that the pitch offers excellent value for batting, provided batters look to occupy the crease. However, weather conditions could play a significant role on match day. With temperatures expected to hover in the mid-30s Celsius and a likelihood of thunderstorms, teams must remain adaptable to potential interruptions and changing conditions.
Squads
India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (w), Naman Dhir, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Gurnoor Brar, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Auqib Nabi, Dhruv Jurel
West Indies: John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Amir Jangoo, Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Keemo Paul, Sherfane Rutherford, Shamar Joseph, Vitel Lawes
IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- IND wins the toss and bowls first
- WI’s powerplay score: 45-55
- WI’s total score: 260-280
Case 2:
- WI wins the toss and bowls first
- IND’s powerplay score: 55-65
- IND’s total score: 315-335
Match Result: Team bowling first to win the match.
