Published on: Sep 29, 2026 2:27 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 29, 2026 2:27 pm IST
A ‘King’ Kohli special at Thiruvananthapuram helped Team India secure a 1-0 lead in the ongoing 3-match ODI series between India and West Indies. The chase master was at his supreme best on his way to his 55th ODI ton, blasting an unbeaten 139 off just 88 deliveries, which included 9 mighty sixes. His innings, complemented by skipper Shubman Gill’s magnificent 110 off 108 deliveries, ensured Team India went past a target of 296 runs with 8 wickets to spare. With 1-0 up in the series, Team India will now head into Guwahati for the second ODI to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 2nd ODI, IND vs WI, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Assam.
After a scintillating win in the first game of the series, Team India will enter the second ODI in Guwahati with utmost confidence. They were clinical in the first game despite a not-so-impressive seam bowling effort, as coach Gautam Gambhir believes in unsettling the bowling lineup every now and then. That being said, India still managed a decent bowling effort courtesy of Kuldeep Yadav’s 4-fer, which also helped him secure the much-deserved Man of the Match award. After what transpired in the last game, Team India definitely enters this contest with the win probability meter favoring them. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 2nd ODI, IND vs WI, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Assam.
IND: 83% win chance WI: 17% win chance
Averaging close to 67 against the West Indies in the format, Virat will be looking to continue from where he left in Thiruvananthapuram. Expect another huge score from the mega star batter.
Shubman played a captain's knock with a magnificent ton in the opening game, Expect the young skipper to continue his rich vein of form in the next game as well.
Justin looked terrific on the way to his maiden ODI ton in the previous game. Expect the all-rounder to keep the rhythm going in this game as well.
The West Indies skipper got out cheaply in the last game but has been Caribbean's best batter in the format in recent times, having scored 336 runs in his last 10 outings at an average of 48. He remains a vital cog in the middle order.
Check out our prediction for the IND vs WI 2nd ODI match at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, Assam.
Team India will look to wrap up the ODI series against the West Indies when they take the field in Guwahati for the second game. A masterclass from Virat Kohli in Thiruvananthapuram set the tone, as the chase king hammered his 55th ODI century, an unbeaten 139 off just 88 balls, decorated with nine towering sixes. His brilliance, coupled with skipper Shubman Gill’s composed 110, ensured India cruised past a stiff target of 296 with eight wickets in hand.
Despite a not‑so‑impressive seam bowling effort, India still managed to keep the West Indies in check, thanks to Kuldeep Yadav’s four‑wicket haul, which earned him the Man of the Match award. Coach Gautam Gambhir’s strategy of unsettling the bowling lineup may have raised eyebrows, but the team’s overall balance and batting firepower more than compensated.
Heading into Guwahati, India will aim to maintain their aggressive intent and seal the series 2‑0. With Kohli in sublime touch and Gill leading confidently, the hosts have momentum firmly on their side. Another clinical performance could not only secure the series but also reinforce India’s dominance in white‑ball cricket ahead of bigger challenges.
The West Indies face an uphill battle as they prepare for the second ODI against India, knowing full well that the hosts are operating on a different level. Despite Justin Greaves’ maiden ODI century, the Caribbean side failed to cross the 300‑run mark in Thiruvananthapuram, leaving them short of a truly competitive total. Their bowlers, led by Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, and Gudakesh Motie, looked ineffective as India chased down 296 with ease, winning by eight wickets and 50 balls to spare.
For Shai Hope, the challenge is twofold: his batters must replicate the resilience shown in the first game, while his bowlers need to find breakthroughs against a batting unit in sublime form. The lack of penetration with the ball was glaring, and unless the pace attack strikes early, India’s top order could once again dominate proceedings.
With the series on the line, the West Indies require a collective effort. Hope will look to his senior players to step up, inject discipline into the bowling, and add consistency with the bat. Anything less, and India could seal the series comfortably, leaving the visitors searching for answers. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 143 WI won: 64 IND won: 73 Tie: 2 No Result: 4 RECENT form INDIA: W W L L W RECENT form WEST INDIES: L L L W L
A win in the last game was Team India’s 73 ODI win in 143 meetings against the West Indies, who have won 34 contests. Two games ended in a tie between these sides, whereas four ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., India and West Indies, fare in the 2nd ODI? Let’s take a look.
John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/WK), Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford/Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Gudakesh Motie, Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph/Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 2nd ODI between India and West Indies at the Barsapar Cricket Stadium, Guwahati:
With Guwahati’s batting‑friendly surface offering runs but rain looming large, captains may lean towards bowling first to exploit early swing and keep chasing options open under DLS influence. Given the humid conditions and a 40–50% chance of showers, batting second could prove safer, making the toss a decisive factor in this contest.
The online live streaming of the 2nd ODI match of the West Indies tour of India will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 channels.
Team India once again should be the firm favorites ahead of this fixture. They will look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series before heading into the third and final game of the series. This game is important for West Indies to keep the series alive, but it is unlikely that they will get the better of Team India in this game. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, are expected to win the IND vs WI 2nd ODI match.
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