IND vs WI 2nd ODI Match Pitch Report: The second ODI match between India and the West Indies will be played on Wednesday, September 30, at the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) Barsapara Cricket Stadium; both teams have arrived in Guwahati. Let us take a look at the pitch and weather details for today's match.
IND vs WI (India vs West Indies) Match Details
| Match | India vs West Indies 2nd ODI |
| Series | West Indies tour of India, 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, 30th September 2026 |
| Time | 02:00 PM (IST) - 08:30 AM (GMT) |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
India vs West Indies Today Match Previews
India made a brilliant start to the ODI series, handing West Indies a crushing eight-wicket defeat in the first match played at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. India's bowling was exceptional, highlighted by a match-winning spell from Kuldeep Yadav. He claimed four wickets for 40 runs in his 10 overs, putting the West Indies batting lineup under pressure and preventing them from finishing their innings strongly.
West Indies had started the first ODI on a positive note; their opening pair stitched together a century partnership, putting India on the back foot early on. However, their momentum faltered in the middle and final overs as Kuldeep and other Indian bowlers took wickets at regular intervals. Ultimately, the West Indies team finished with a score of 295/7.
With India leading the three-match series 1–0, West Indies will aim to bounce back and level the series in the second ODI. Meanwhile, India will look to maintain their winning momentum and establish a commanding lead.
IND vs WI Barsapara Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
IND vs WI Match Pitch Report: Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium has generally been a high-scoring venue for ODI cricket. The pitch offers good bounce, allowing batsmen to play their shots freely, while the fast outfield makes hitting boundaries easier.
Prior to the IND vs. WI second ODI, only two men's ODI matches had been played at this venue, and both were high-scoring affairs. In 2023, India scored 373/7 against Sri Lanka, while in 2018, the West Indies scored 322 against India. The average first-innings score across these two matches stands at 347.5.
The pitch is expected to favor batsmen, particularly once they settle in. The true bounce and fast outfield could facilitate aggressive batting. Spinners might prove effective during the middle overs, although the limited ODI track record means conditions could vary.
IND vs. WI 2nd ODI: Expected Score
Given the venue's ODI record, a score of 320+ would be a good total for the team batting first, while a score exceeding 350 could put them in a commanding position.
Barsapara Cricket Stadium Records and Stats In ODI
| Total matches: | 2 | |
| Batting first won: | 1 | |
| Bowling first won: | 1 | |
| No Result: | 0 | |
| Matches Tied: | 0 | |
| 1st inn avg score: | 348 | |
| 2nd inn avg score: | 316 | |
| Highest Total: | 373/7 | |
| Lowest Total: | 306/8 | |
| Highest Chased: | 326/2 |
IND vs WI 2nd ODI Match: Weather forecast for Guwahati
According to AccuWeather, the temperature could reach 34°C in the afternoon but will gradually drop to 27°C by evening. There is also a strong possibility of rain during the early stages of the match in Guwahati.
Weather conditions could also play a role; the weather is expected to be hot and humid, with a high probability of rain and thunderstorms in the afternoon. According to the latest forecast, there is a 45–50% chance of rain in the afternoon, while temperatures are expected to reach around 33–34°C.
If rain disrupts play, the pitch may not behave in the way that typically favors batsmen. Overall, even if the match is shortened, fans can still thoroughly enjoy the cricket.
