West Indies vs Australia Match Prediction, 2nd T20I – Who will win today’s match between WI vs AUS?

In the WI vs AUS 2nd T20I match,  Australia (AUS) will look to extend their lead in the five-match series when they face hosts, West Indies (WI), at Sabina Park in Jamaica on Wednesday, July 23.

In the series opener, after being asked to bat first, the Windies were restricted to 189/8 in their 20 overs. Skipper Shai Hope (55) and Roston Chase (60) stitched a 91-run stand that gave the home team a solid start, taking them to 123 in under 13 overs. Following which, Shimron Hetmyer showed his brilliance with the bat, scoring a 19-ball 38. After these three batters departed, the West Indies team suffered a batting collapse and failed to surpass the 200-run mark. For Australia, Ben Dwarshuis was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with figures of 4/36.

In reply, Cameron Green and debutant Mitchell Owen took the onus on themselves to take their team over the line. Both the all-rounders reached their fifties and took the Aussies to a winning position after a poor start. The visitors eventually won the game by three wickets and seven balls to spare.

Match Details

Pitch Report

Sabina Park has been a pacer-friendly venue with grass covering it. The surface was highly favourable for the speedsters in the series opener, with pacers having taken 11 wickets. The average first innings here has been around 168, and the results have been balanced whether batted or bowled first.

Also check: WI vs AUS Live Score, 2nd T20I

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies

Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph

Australia

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Mitchell Owen 

Mitchell Owen played an exceptional knock on his debut game in the first T20I. The all-rounder’s quick-fire fifty stunned the Windies, and they failed to figure out a strategy to stop Owen. The debutant with his knock became the third Australian to hammer a half century on T20I debut. The 23-year-old will look to carry the same form in the second game of the series and help the visitors extend their lead.

Probable Best Bowler: Ben Dwarshuis

Left-arm pacer Ben Dwarshuis bowled well with the new ball and bagged a four-wicket haul. The New South Wales-born victims included Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, and Jason Holder. Dwarshuis will hold the key once again for the Aussies with the new ball, as Mitchell Marsh would want his ace speedster to pick up wickets upfront.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia to win the match

Scenario 1

• West Indies win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 50-60
• AUS: 165-170
• Australia win the match

Scenario 2

• Australia win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 40-50
• WI: 155-160
• Australia 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.