WI vs IND 2nd ODI Preview: India Look to Seal Series in Guwahati

India and West Indies will meet in the second ODI of their three-match series at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday, September 30. India lead 1-0 after an eight-wicket win in the opener, leaving West Indies needing a victory to keep the series alive.

The WI vs IND 2nd ODI will begin at 1:30 PM PKT. India will look to maintain their momentum, while West Indies need a much-improved bowling effort after their attack struggled to contain Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill in the first match.

Key Match Details

• Venue: ACA Stadium, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
• Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
• Time: 1:30 PM PKT
• Series: Three-match ODI series
• Series Score: India lead 1-0

West Indies vs India 2nd ODI Preview

The opening ODI highlighted the contrasting strengths of the two sides. West Indies managed 295/7 after being asked to bat, with Justin Greaves producing a maiden ODI century and John Campbell contributing 62. Amir Jangoo also added an unbeaten 58 to give the visitors a competitive total.

India's response was far more convincing. Shubman Gill scored 110 from 108 balls, while Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 139 from 88 deliveries. The pair added 151 runs together before India completed the chase in 41.4 overs.

For the second game, India's main task will be to maintain the same batting tempo while giving their bowling attack another chance to control the middle overs. West Indies, meanwhile, need early wickets and greater discipline if they are to prevent India's top order from taking control again.

1st ODI Summary

West Indies reached 295/7 in the opening ODI, largely because of Greaves' 101 and useful contributions from Campbell and Jangoo. Their innings appeared capable of testing India, but Kuldeep Yadav changed the contest with 4/40.

India then made the chase look straightforward. Rohit Sharma provided an aggressive start before falling to Alzarri Joseph, after which Gill and Kohli took charge. Gill completed his 10th ODI century, while Kohli registered his 55th ODI hundred and became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs.

India eventually reached 300/2 in 41.4 overs, winning with 50 balls remaining.

WI vs IND 2nd ODI Pitch Conditions

The Barsapara surface is generally known for its good batting conditions, with reliable bounce allowing batters to play through the line. The short boundaries and quick outfield can also make it difficult for bowlers to contain scoring once batters settle.

Dew could become a factor later in the day, potentially making the ball harder for spinners to grip. Winning the toss could therefore encourage the captain to bowl first and use the better conditions for chasing under the lights.

WI vs IND 2nd ODI Key Player Battles to Watch

Virat Kohli vs Gudakesh Motie

Kohli arrives in Guwahati after his unbeaten 139 in the opening ODI. Motie will have the difficult task of slowing him down during the middle overs. The West Indies spinner will need changes of pace and accurate lines to prevent Kohli from controlling the game again.

Justin Greaves vs Mohammed Siraj

Greaves was the standout batter for West Indies in the opener, scoring 101 from 108 balls. Mohammed Siraj could provide a different challenge with the new ball, particularly if he finds movement early. This battle could determine whether the West Indies build another strong opening platform.

Shai Hope vs Kuldeep Yadav

Hope will have a major role in the visitors' middle order after a disappointing first ODI. Kuldeep's variations will test the West Indies captain, particularly once the field spreads and scoring options become more limited.

WI vs IND 2nd ODI Predicted Playing XIs

India Expected XI

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 Expected XI

John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/WK), Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Keemo Paul, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde

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