Australia vs West Indies, 2nd ODI: Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between AUS vs WI?

In this article, we will be analyzing the Australia vs West Indies Match Prediction 2nd ODI at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney on Sunday, February 4. After a historic win over Australia in the second Test, West Indies were full of confidence ahead of the first ODI in Melbourne. However, they failed to deliver as the hosts won the first match by eight wickets. Debutant Xavier Barlett destroyed the Windies batting unit by picking up four wickets while Sean Abbott and Cameron Green picked up two each. On the other hand, Kaecy Carty was sensational with the bat for West Indies as he hit 88 runs while Roston Chase made 59 runs.

Meanwhile, Australia will be making multiple changes to their squad for the second ODI, to be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), on February 4. Travis Head has been released from the squad, while Barlett too won’t feature in the second ODI as the team management decided to manage his workload. Josh Hazlewood has joined the squad for the second ODI while Jake Fraser-McGurk is expected to make his debut.

AUS vs WI Match Details

Sydney Cricket Ground Pitch Report and Conditions

The Sydney Cricket Ground will offer assistance to the spinners. The batters will enjoy their time but one needs to settle down well to take advantage. Bowling first will be ideal and anything above 300 runs will be a good total on this pitch.

AUS vs WI Head-to-Head Record in ODIs:

AUS vs WI Predicted Playing XI:

Australia:

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Inglis (Wk), Cameron Green, Steven Smith (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Short, Aaron Hardie, Sean Abbott, Josh Hazlewood, Lance Morris, Adam Zampa

West Indies

Justin Greaves, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/Wk), Kavem Hodge, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Hayden Walsh, Gudakesh Motie, Oshane Thomas

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Steven Smith

After a rough couple of innings in Test cricket, Steven Smith managed to put up a show in the second innings of the Gabba Test. However, he couldn’t take his team home. In the first ODI, the 34-year-old ensured the win with his 79*. He would aim to repeat the same and seal the ODI series.

Probable Best Bowler: Josh Hazlewood

Ace pacer Josh Hazlewood was in remarkable form in the Test series. He would aim to repeat the same in the second ODI and get the job done in Sydney.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.