IND vs WI Match Preview: Following a dominant victory in the opening encounter, Team India will lock horns with the West Indies in the 2nd ODI of the three-match series at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
Shubman Gill’s Indian side will look to seal the series with back-to-back wins, while Shai Hope’s West Indies will be desperate to bounce back and stay alive in the 50-over contest.
IND vs WI Match Details
- Match: India (IND) vs West Indies (WI), 2nd ODI
- Series: West Indies tour of India, 2026
- Date: Tomorrow (September 30, 2026)
- Time: 2:00 PM IST | 8:30 AM GMT | 2:00 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
- Live Streaming & Broadcast (India): JioHotstar (Streaming), Star Sports Network (TV)
IND vs WI Match Preview
India
Led by Shubman Gill, the hosts look virtually unstoppable in home conditions. The batting unit boasts incredible depth with power-hitters and anchor players, spearheaded by experienced stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli alongside Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and KL Rahul. In the bowling department, the spin wizardry of Kuldeep Yadav—fresh off an impactful performance in the first game—partnered with Ravindra Jadeja gives India total command over the middle overs, while Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj lead the fast bowling attack.
West Indies
Captained by Shai Hope, the West Indies displayed flashes of brilliance with the bat in the first match—notably through solid contributions from Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, and John Campbell—but lacked consistency across fifty overs. To challenge India’s lineup, top-order batters Keacy Carty and Jewel Andrew will need to anchor their innings effectively. Their bowling unit, featuring Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Gudakesh Motie, and Roston Chase, faces a steep task to keep India’s stroke-makers quiet on a flat surface.
IND vs WI Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report (Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati)
The track at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium is traditionally known to be a high-scoring paradise for batters. Short boundaries and a fast outfield ensure that high totals are regularly posted here.
- Pace vs Spin: Fast bowlers may find a touch of swing in the opening overs, but the ball comes onto the bat nicely as the match progresses. Spinners will need to rely on trajectory and variations to restrict scoring in the middle overs.
- Toss Factor: Dew is expected to settle on the outfield in the evening, making the ball greasy for bowlers in the second innings. The team winning the toss will almost certainly choose to field first.
Weather Report
The weather in Guwahati is forecasted to be warm and clear during the day, cooling down comfortably by the evening. Temperatures will hover around 28°C to 32°C with light humidity. With a minimal chance of rain, fans can expect a complete 50-over match without interruptions.
Probable Playing XIs
India
Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj.
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.
Key Matchups & Fantasy Insights
- Virat Kohli vs Gudakesh Motie: Kohli’s control against left-arm spin will be central to India’s middle-overs dominance.
- Kuldeep Yadav vs West Indies Middle Order: Kuldeep’s left-arm wrist spin remains a primary weapon against the West Indies batters on subcontinent tracks.
- Shubman Gill vs Alzarri Joseph: Gill’s solid strokeplay against Joseph’s high pace in the powerplay will dictate India’s start at the top.
Match Prediction
Given their formidable batting lineup, versatile spin attack, and momentum from the opening victory, India starts as heavy favorites to win the 2nd ODI in Guwahati and clinch the series title.
