WI Vs SA 2nd T20I | Playing 11 Prediction, Preview And Live Streaming

West Indies won the first T20I by 7 wickets (X)

After taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series, West Indies will be brimming with confidence as they prepare for the second T20I against South Africa on Monday, August 26, 2024, at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad.

WI vs SA 2nd T20I: Team Previews

West Indies

West Indies come into the second T20I riding high on the back of a comprehensive seven-wicket victory in the opening match, where they chased down a challenging target of 175 with aplomb.

Nicholas Pooran was the star of the show, playing an innings that could only be described as a masterclass in clean hitting. His unbeaten 65 off just 26 balls was a spectacle of raw power and finesse.

Shai Hope also played a crucial role, contributing a steady 51 off 36 balls. His ability to rotate the strike and build a solid foundation allowed the West Indies' power hitters to play with freedom later in the innings.

On the bowling front, Matthew Forde stood out with figures of 3 for 27. His knack for picking up wickets at critical junctures turned the game on its head and will be a key factor for the West Indies as they look to keep their momentum going.

South Africa

On the other hand, South Africa will be eager to bounce back and level the series. Despite the loss, there were some bright spots in their performance.

Tristan Stubbs played a gem of an innings, scoring 76 off 42 balls, laced with 8 boundaries and 3 huge sixes. 

His ability to find the fence under pressure was nothing short of impressive. Patrick Kruger also chipped in with a promising 44 off 32 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup left much to be desired.

The top order, featuring Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, and Aiden Markram, failed to fire, leaving South Africa in a spot of bother early on. Rassie van der Dussen and Donovan Ferreira also struggled to make an impact, further compounding their batting woes.

In the bowling department, Ottniel Baartman was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 30 runs. 

Kwena Maphaka also showed promise, picking up 1 for 25. However, the South African bowlers will need to improve their performances and find a way to contain West Indies batters if they are to keep their hopes alive in the series.

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WI vs SA 2nd T20I: Match Details And Streaming

WI vs SA 2nd T20I: Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report

As for the pitch at the Brian Lara Stadium, it threw a bit of a curveball in the first match. Traditionally known for being on the slower side, the surface surprisingly offered assistance to the pacers. Fast bowlers will need to make the most of the new ball, as there's still something in it for them. While spinners didn’t have much joy in the last game, they could come into play as the pitch wears down and gets slower. Batters will need to spend some time at the crease to get their eye in before they can start playing their shots. Given these conditions, the captain who wins the toss is likely to opt for fielding first.

WI vs SA 2nd T20I: Probable Playing XIs

West Indies: Shai Hope, Alick Athanaze, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell (c), Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Matthew Forde, Shamar Joseph

South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Donovan Ferreira, Patrick Kruger, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Kwena Maphaka, Ottneil Bartman

WI vs SA 2nd T20I: Winner Prediction

Considering the current form, overall team composition and familiarity with the conditions, West Indies are the favourites to win the clash.

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