West Indies had made a competitive total in the first match with Justin Greaves scoring a fantastic century. It was India who succeeded in a great chase. Kuldeep Yadav was one of the key wicket takers with four wickets as India reduced West Indies to 295/7.

India then chased down the target comfortably, powered by centuries from Virat Kohli and captain Shubman Gill.

Gurnoor Brar Gives India an Early Break

West Indies have suffered a couple of early setbacks in the second ODI. Gurnoor Brar took the important wicket of John Campbell and made India in a perfect position at the start of the West Indies innings.

With West Indies already two wickets down, India will keep the pressure on and prevent the visitors from building another big partnership.

Justin Greaves Missing From West Indies XI

West Indies are in trouble ahead of the second ODI as Justin Greaves has been ruled out due to injury. Greaves was one of the biggest positives for the team in the opening match after hitting a century.

His absence leaves West Indies without one of their in-form batters and puts more on the rest of their batting order.

Spotlight on Rohit Sharma

The second ODI will also be the subject of much attention on Rohit Sharma. The former Indian cricketer made good contributions in the first ODI, making 32 runs from 35 balls and helping India to get off to a good start in the chase.

It does seem that Rohit's ODI form in recent years is inconsistent compared to Virat Kohli's performances, but Kohli's century in the first ODI reinforced his position in the Indian batsmen's lineup.

Rohit will be looking to turn his start into a big score in the second match and play an important role as India try to finish the series.

Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill in Focus

Virat Kohli once again showed his class in the opening ODI with a superb century. Shubman Gill also got three figures and led the Indian chase with confidence.

The form of both batters will be a huge advantage for India. If they continue their run-scoring form, West Indies will have a tough task keeping India’s batting lineup under control.

India Looking to Finish the Series

India will be able to take an unassailable lead in the ODI series with another victory in Guwahati. As West Indies will have to perform well after losing the opening match, they need to perform well.

With early wickets falling for West Indies, the second ODI is fast becoming another big one. India will be hoping its bowlers can keep the pressure on and West Indies will need their middle order to step up.

As the match progresses, Gurnoor Brar, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and the West Indies batting lineup will be the focus.