India vs West Indies, 2nd T20I: head-to-head and other key stats

Team India Preview:

Team India is all set to take on the West Indies in the highly anticipated 2nd T20I match at the Providence Stadium, Guyana on 6th of August, 2023. After facing some challenges in the opening T20I where India Iost while chasing a low total set by the Windies. With a star-studded lineup that includes Suryakumar Yadav and the explosive Hardik Pandya, India’s batting prowess is expected to pose a significant threat to the West Indies bowlers. Led by Hardik Pandya, the team looks well-balanced with a mix of young talents like Ishan Kishan and seasoned campaigners like Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav in the bowling department. With their recent form and formidable lineup, India enters the contest as slight favorites in this exciting T20 encounter.

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Team West Indies Preview:

The West Indies, led by Rovman Powell, is eager to make a statement in the 2nd T20I against India. Despite facing defeats in the Test and ODI series, the T20 format offers a fresh opportunity for the Calypso Kings to showcase their T20 abilities. They managed to win the first T20 by defeating a strong Indian side and will be looking to make it 2 in 2 today. With power-hitters like Shimron Hetmyer and Nicholas Pooran in the batting lineup, the West Indies possess the capability to chase down any target.

The all-round abilities of many of their players add depth to their lineup, making him a crucial asset with both bat and ball. Additionally, the team boasts the experience of Jason Holder and the talented Akeal Hosein in the bowling department. Given their T20 expertise and explosive players, the West Indies can be a formidable force, capable of pulling off a victory against any opposition.

Pitch

The pitch is known to aid the batter in the recent past, the boundaries are very big at this venue which will get the spinners into action. The weather is expected to be slightly humid. The captain who wins the toss will look to chase the total down as there is a bit of dew expected in the latter half of the second innings.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 26

West Indies have won – 8

India have won- 17

No Result/Tie – 1

Match Details:

India vs West Indies – 2nd T20I

Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana

Date & Time: 6th August at 07:00 PM IST

FACTS

STATS – T20I