India enters the second ODI in Guwahati with a commanding 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Following a dominant eight-wicket victory in Thiruvananthapuram, the hosts look to seal the series against a West Indies side that showed flashes of brilliance but lacked collective bowling penetration. Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 139 and Shubman Gill’s century in the opener have set a high bar for the Indian top order.
The West Indies will take confidence from Justin Greaves’ maiden ODI century, which helped them post a competitive 295. However, their bowlers struggled to contain India’s aggressive chase, which concluded in just 41.5 overs. With the Barsapara Cricket Stadium traditionally being a batting paradise, another high-scoring encounter is expected.
Match Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies, 2nd ODI |
| Series | West Indies tour of India, 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Format | ODI |
Pitch Report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati is known for being extremely batting-friendly. The surface typically offers true bounce and a fast outfield, making it ideal for stroke-play. Historically, high scores are common here, as seen when India posted 373 at this venue in 2023. While the new ball might offer some early swing, the pitch usually settles into an excellent batting track. Spinners like Kuldeep Yadav may find some grip if the surface is dry, but short boundaries will keep them under pressure.
Probable Playing XIs
India
- Rohit Sharma (Probable)
- Shubman Gill (Probable)
- Virat Kohli (Probable)
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (Probable)
- KL Rahul (wk) (Probable)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy (Probable)
- Ravindra Jadeja (Probable)
- Kuldeep Yadav (Probable)
- Prasidh Krishna (Probable)
- Mohammed Siraj (Probable)
- Gurnoor Brar (Probable)
West Indies
- John Campbell (Probable)
- Justin Greaves (Probable)
- Shai Hope (wk) (Probable)
- Amir Jangoo (Probable)
- Keacy Carty (Probable)
- Roston Chase (Probable)
- Matthew Forde (Probable)
- Alzarri Joseph (Probable)
- Gudakesh Motie (Probable)
- Shamar Joseph (Probable)
- Jewel Andrew (Probable)
Key Fantasy Picks
Wicketkeepers
- Shai Hope: A consistent performer in ODI cricket, Hope remains the anchor of the West Indian batting lineup.
- KL Rahul: Offers stability in the middle order and reliable wicketkeeping; highly effective if required to stabilize the innings.
Batters
- Virat Kohli: Fresh from an unbeaten 139 and having recently surpassed 15,000 ODI runs, Kohli is in peak form and has a strong record in Guwahati.
- Shubman Gill: Following a century in the first ODI, Gill’s consistency at the top of the order makes him a primary selection.
- Justin Greaves: After scoring his maiden ODI ton, Greaves has shown he can handle the Indian attack during the powerplay.
All-rounders
- Ravindra Jadeja: Provides critical balance with his left-arm spin and lower-order batting capability.
- Roston Chase: A vital cog for the West Indies who contributes both with off-spin and as a stabilizing middle-order batter.
Bowlers
- Kuldeep Yadav: The Player of the Match in the first ODI with 4/40, he is the primary wicket-taking threat on this surface.
- Alzarri Joseph: The leader of the West Indian pace attack, capable of striking even on batting-friendly wickets.
Suggested Fantasy XI
| Role | Player Name |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Shai Hope |
| Wicketkeeper | KL Rahul |
| Batter | Virat Kohli (C) |
| Batter | Rohit Sharma |
| Batter | Shubman Gill (VC) |
| Batter | Justin Greaves |
| All-rounder | Ravindra Jadeja |
| All-rounder | Roston Chase |
| Bowler | Kuldeep Yadav |
| Bowler | Mohammed Siraj |
| Bowler | Alzarri Joseph |
CricXtra Match Prediction: India is the favorite to win the 2nd ODI and secure the series. Their superior batting depth and the wicket-taking form of Kuldeep Yadav give them a significant advantage. The West Indies will need a more disciplined bowling effort to challenge the hosts on this high-scoring ground.
