Cricket fans in Guwahati are eagerly anticipating the second One-Day International (ODI) between India and West Indies, scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
The match, part of a three-game series, is slated to commence at 2:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). While excitement builds for the on-field action, the weather forecast for Guwahati suggests warm and humid conditions, with a chance of scattered morning thunderstorms or showers that could impact proceedings.
Weather Outlook for Match Day
The weather forecast for Guwahati suggests warm and humid conditions, with a possibility of scattered morning thunderstorms or showers that could lead to interruptions.
Guwahati Live Weather Updates
Series Context and Head-to-Head
India currently holds a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series, having won the first encounter on September 27. The hosts will be keen to press their advantage in Guwahati, a venue where they have historically performed well. The overall head-to-head record in ODIs between India and West Indies stands at 143 matches played, with India winning 73, West Indies securing 64 victories, two ties, and four no-results.
India has asserted significant dominance over the West Indies in recent years, with West Indies’ last ODI series win over India coming in 2006. Their last ODI meeting before this series saw India comprehensively defeat West Indies by 200 runs in Tarouba on August 1, 2023, sealing a 2-1 series win.
Key players to watch include Indian captain Shubman Gill, who recently became the fastest Indian to reach 3,000 ODI runs in 62 innings and is currently ranked No. 1 in the ICC ODI batting rankings. Veteran batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, both returning to the ODI setup, will also be crucial for India. For the West Indies, captain Shai Hope, who has surpassed 1,000 runs against India in 27 ODIs, and fast bowler Alzarri Joseph will be vital to their challenge.
The potential for rain adds an extra layer of intrigue to what promises to be a gripping contest as India aims to clinch the series, while West Indies fights to keep their hopes alive.