West Indies predicted playing XI for 2nd T20I vs India

The West Indies face India in the 2nd T20I on October 9, 2026 at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi. India lead the five-match series 1-0 after winning the first match by 8 wickets with 32 balls remaining.

The West Indies batting unit showed mixed form in the first T20I. Shai Hope, the captain and wicketkeeper, scored 52 off 37 balls to lead the innings. Sherfane Rutherford contributed 56 off 34 balls in the middle order. However, Rovman Powell was dismissed for a duck, and Kamil Pooran managed only 12 off 11 balls. Shimron Hetmyer's brief stay yielded 5 off 2 balls.

Here is the West Indies' predicted XI for second T20I vs India:

Top Order: Shai Hope (c) (wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer

Hope's half-century provided a solid foundation for the West Indies top order. His 52-run knock was very crucial in the innings and demonstrated his ability to anchor the batting lineup. The opening partnership between Hope and Pooran will be crucial in the second match as the team seeks to level the series. Hetmyer, despite his quick dismissal for 5 runs, remains a key option in the top order given his aggressive potential in T20 cricket.