IND-W vs WI-W: The second T20I between India Women and West Indies Women is set to take place at the D.Y. Patil Sports Ground, Navi Mumbai. India leads the three-match series 1-0 after a commanding 49-run victory in the opening game. The hosts showcased their batting firepower, led by Jemimah Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana, while the visitors struggled to counter both the bat and ball. With India looking to clinch the series and West Indies aiming for a comeback, this match promises to be an exciting contest.

Pitch Report

The surface at the D.Y. Patil Sports Ground is a paradise for batters, offering true bounce and minimal assistance for bowlers. The new ball may see some swing, but the deck becomes increasingly conducive for stroke play as the game progresses. Spinners might find some grip later in the match. Teams winning the toss may opt to chase.

Head-to-Head

• Overall:
  • India Women: 14 wins
  • West Indies Women: 8 wins
• Win Percentage:
  • India: 63.64%
  • West Indies: 36.36%

India has dominated recent encounters, winning the last five meetings convincingly.

Last Five Meetings

1. 15-Dec-2024: India won by 49 runs
2. 15-Feb-2023: India won by 6 wickets
3. 30-Jan-2023: India won by 8 wickets
4. 23-Jan-2023: India won by 56 runs
5. 21-Nov-2019: India won by 61 runs

Form Guide

• India Women: L, W, W, L, W
• West Indies Women: W, W, W, L, L

India comes into this match with strong momentum, having won four of their last five T20Is. West Indies, despite their recent struggles, have shown flashes of brilliance in patches.

IND-W vs WI-W Lineups

India Women:
Smriti Mandhana, Nandini Kashyap, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh Thakur, Minnu Mani, Priya Mishra, Saima Thakor

West Indies Women:
Hayley Matthews (c), Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (vc), Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Zaida James, Shamilia Connell, Rashada Williams (wk)

Key Players to Watch

India Women:

• Jemimah Rodrigues: After a stellar WBBL season, she’s in red-hot form, as evidenced by her blistering 73 off 35 balls in the first T20I.
• Deepti Sharma: With her ability to contribute with both bat and ball, Deepti remains a vital cog in India’s lineup.
• Renuka Singh Thakur: Her control with the ball in the powerplay can set the tone for India.

West Indies Women:

• Hayley Matthews: The skipper will need to step up with both bat and ball after a below-par outing in the first game.
• Deandra Dottin: Fresh off a half-century, her aggressive batting will be crucial to West Indies’ chances.
• Afy Fletcher: The experienced spinner could be key on a pitch offering little for the pacers.

IND-W vs WI-W Prediction

India enters the match as clear favorites, given their dominant performance in the first T20I and superior form. For the West Indies to level the series, they’ll need a standout performance from their senior players like Matthews and Dottin. However, India’s depth and form give them the edge to seal the series.

Prediction: India Women to win.

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