India vs West Indies 2nd ODI 2026: Match Date, Venue, Players & History

India and West Indies are set to face each other in the 2nd ODI of the three-match series on September 30, 2026. The match will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, Assam. The ODI series is part of West Indies’ tour of India and is an important opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup.

India vs West Indies 2nd ODI 2026 – Match Details

• Match: India vs West Indies, 2nd ODI
• Date: September 30, 2026
• Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
• Format: One Day International – 50 overs
• India Captain: Shubman Gill
• West Indies Captain: Shai Hope
• Series: West Indies Tour of India 2026
• Match Start: 2:00 PM local time according to the published series schedule.

The first ODI of the series is scheduled in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, followed by the second ODI in Guwahati on September 30 and the third ODI in New Chandigarh on October 3.

India ODI Squad

India’s announced ODI squad includes a combination of experienced stars and younger players. Shubman Gill has been named captain, while KL Rahul is the vice-captain.

India Players

• Shubman Gill (Captain)
• Rohit Sharma
• Virat Kohli
• Ruturaj Gaikwad
• Yashasvi Jaiswal
• KL Rahul
• Dhruv Jurel
• Naman Dhir
• Nitish Kumar Reddy
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Kuldeep Yadav
• Prasidh Krishna
• Gurnoor Brar
• Mohammed Siraj
• Auqib Nabi

The exact Playing XI for the 2nd ODI will be confirmed at the toss, so the complete squad should not be treated as the confirmed XI.

West Indies ODI Squad

West Indies will be led by wicketkeeper-batter Shai Hope. Their squad contains experienced players as well as younger names who are looking to establish themselves in ODI cricket.

West Indies Players

• Shai Hope (Captain & Wicketkeeper)
• John Campbell
• Keacy Carty
• Justin Greaves
• Sherfane Rutherford
• Roston Chase
• Keemo Paul
• Jewel Andrew
• Amir Jangoo
• Matthew Forde
• Alzarri Joseph
• Shamar Joseph
• Vitel Lawes
• Gudakesh Motie
• Jayden Seales

As with India, West Indies’ final Playing XI for the Guwahati ODI will be confirmed at the toss.

India vs West Indies ODI History

India and West Indies have a long history in international cricket. Their ODI rivalry has produced many memorable matches, particularly because West Indies were one of the dominant teams in world cricket during the early decades of ODI cricket.

In recent bilateral ODI cricket, however, India have had a strong record against West Indies. According to the ICC, West Indies are looking to end a 24-year wait for a bilateral ODI series victory in India. Their last bilateral ODI series win in India came in 2002, when the West Indies defeated Sourav Ganguly’s India.

West Indies’ last bilateral ODI series victory against India overall came in 2006. Since then, India have won successive bilateral ODI series against the Caribbean side.

The most recent ODI series between these teams in India before the 2026 series was in 2022, when India completed a 3-0 series whitewash.

Why the 2nd ODI Is Important

The 2026 series has added importance because India are beginning their preparations for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027. Shubman Gill is leading the ODI side, while experienced players such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have returned to the ODI setup.

For West Indies, the series provides an opportunity to test their ODI squad against a strong Indian side. Head coach Daren Sammy has described the series as an opportunity to measure the team’s progress in the 50-over format.

Players to Watch

Shubman Gill – India

India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill will be one of the major players to watch. As the leader of the side, his batting at the top of the order and his captaincy will be important throughout the series.

Rohit Sharma – India

Rohit Sharma’s return adds significant experience to India’s batting lineup. His ability to score quickly during the opening overs makes him an important player for India.

Virat Kohli – India

Virat Kohli is another major attraction of the series. His return to India’s ODI squad gives the batting lineup considerable experience in the 50-over format.

Ravindra Jadeja – India

Ravindra Jadeja returns to India’s ODI setup and provides both batting and bowling options. His all-round ability can be valuable in different match situations.

Shai Hope – West Indies

West Indies captain Shai Hope is an important part of the team’s batting lineup. As captain and wicketkeeper, he will have responsibilities with both bat and gloves.

Alzarri Joseph – West Indies

Alzarri Joseph is one of the key fast-bowling options in the West Indies squad and could play an important role with the new ball and during the middle overs.

India vs West Indies 2nd ODI – What Fans Can Expect

The Guwahati ODI brings together India’s experienced batting group and a West Indies team looking to challenge India in the 50-over format. The match will also give fans an opportunity to watch players such as Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jadeja and Shai Hope in action.

The biggest point to remember is that the announced squads are not the same as the confirmed Playing XI. The final eleven players from each team will be known only after the toss on September 30.

Conclusion

India vs West Indies 2nd ODI will be played on September 30, 2026, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
Shubman Gill will lead India, while Shai Hope will captain West Indies.
India’s squad includes Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav.
West Indies have experienced players such as Hope, Roston Chase and Alzarri Joseph.
The two teams have a long and historic ODI rivalry.
West Indies are looking to end their long wait for a bilateral ODI series victory in India.
The final Playing XI will be announced at the toss before the Guwahati match.

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