Published on: Jul 22, 2025 1:40 pm IST|Updated on: Jul 24, 2025 3:31 pm IST
West Indies didn’t do well in the first T20I, as they succumbed to a defeat by 3 wickets. The two teams will once again lock horns in the second ODI of the series, which will be played at the same venue, i.e., the Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica.
This match will also mark the end of the illustrious T20 career of prolific West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell. The 37-year-old announced his retirement from international cricket ahead of the start of this series and made himself available only for the first two T20Is, which were scheduled to be played at his home venue in Jamaica. Rolling down curtains on a decorated T20I career in front of the home crowd with a win would be the best feeling ever for Andre Russell.
As far as Australia is concerned, they were good with the ball but great with the bat in the first T20I. Despite fielding an inexperienced side, the team looked solid and romped past West Indies with relative ease in the end. Heading into this fixture, they will once again start as favorites with momentum by their side.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the WI vs AUS Dream11 prediction.
Date: 23rd July 2025 Time: 05:30 AM IST Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
Matches Played: 23 AUS won: 12 WI won: 11 No Result: 0
23 times these two teams have collided in T20Is. Australia has a slight upper hand with 12 wins, whereas West Indies have won 11 times. It’s neck and neck between the two sides, and it’s Australia that has the slight upper hand. However, in the last 5 meetings between these two sides, Australia has a comfortable lead with 4 wins, whereas West Indies has won once.
Sabina Park in Kingston is expected to offer a lively surface for the 2nd T20I between West Indies and Australia. The pitch showed signs of pace and bounce in the series opener, allowing batters to play through the line once settled. However, early movement off the deck kept pacers in the game, with seamers claiming the bulk of wickets. As the match progresses, spinners may find grip, especially in the second innings. A high-scoring contest is likely if batters can weather the initial swing and settle in. Discipline with line and length will be key for bowlers to avoid punishment on this batting-friendly track.
Here are some key T20I matches stats of Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica:
WI vs AUS Team News and Expected Playing XI
WI Expected Playing XI: Brandon King, Shai Hope (C/WK), Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph
AUS Expected Playing XI: Mitchell Marsh (C), Jake Fraser-McGurk/Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (WK), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Owen, Cooper Connolly/Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the visitors, Australia, are tipped as the favorites to win this match and go 2-0 up in the 5-match series.
The all-important clash between West Indies and Australia will be played on Wednesday, July 23, at 5:30 AM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the FanCode app. There is no TV streaming available for this series in India.
Wicket-keepers: Shai Hope Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Shimron Hetmyer, Cameron Green, Mitchell Owen, Brandon King All-Rounders: Andre Russell, Roston Chase Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Nathan Ellis, Ben Dwarshuis
C/VC Options- Shimron Hetmyer, Mitchell Owen, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green