Written by: Karthik Reddy
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West Indies

Men

VS
Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
23 July 05:30 PM IST
Australia

Men

Prediction: Australia – 72%
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Pitch Report: Batting friendly surface

Australia won the first T20 against West Indies in an amazing chase where Mitchell Owen had his dream debut where he scored his first half century in t20i. Australia won the first match by 3 wickets and now looking to keep the winning streak going.

Mitchell Marsh will lead a confident Australian team in the T20I series, where they will look to repeat the same performance in the shortest format of cricket. At the same time, the West Indies will aim to take home advantage to win the first match of the tour. The team will be eager to provide a happy retirement to their legendary all-rounder Andre Russell, as he will retire after two matches of this series.

West Indies vs Australia 1st T20I Highlights –

Australia won the toss and decided to bowl first. West Indies started strong but lost their first wicket in 4th over. Captain Shai hope scored 55 runs and Roston Chase scored 60 runs. They both added 91 runs for the 2nd wicket then the fall down started and West Indies could only reach 189 with the loss of 8 wickets in 20 overs.

Australia also lost their first wicket in the 2nd over as Jake Fraser-Mcgurk but managed to bounce back with the explosive 51 runs by Cameron Green. Mitchell Owen also scored 50 runs and he became the 3rd Australian to score a fifty on a debut match. With the help of other batters, Australia managed to score 190 with 7 balls left.

Top Performers of 1st T20I –

Player NameTeamPerformance
Shai HopeWest IndiesScored 55 Runs
Roston ChaseWest IndiesScored 60 Runs
Ben DwarshuisAustraliaTook 4 Wickets
Cameron GreenAustraliaScored 51 Runs
Mitchell OwenAustraliaScored 50 Runs

Match Detail of Australia vs West Indies 2nd T20I

DetailInformation
MatchWest Indies vs Australia, 1st T20I
SeriesAustralia tour of West Indies, 2025
DateWednesday, July 23
Time5:30 AM IST
VenueSabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica

Pitch Report of Sabina Park

The pitch of Sabina Park is usually batting-friendly. In recent T20I encounters, the average batting first score is around 165-170. 

Due to the batting-friendly nature of the pitch, a total of 180-190 will be slightly above par, and the bowling team can think of defending this total. 

The highest first-inning total on this pitch is 215, which means that if the team bats sensibly throughout the inning with an aggressive powerplay, they can easily cross the 200 mark.

WI VS AUS 1st T20I 2025
Source: ESPNcricinfo

With the arrival of dew in evening games, toss winning team generally opts to bowl first as chasing becomes easier under lights. 

The pitch at Sabina Park traditionally offers good bounce and carry early in the match. This condition is suitable for fast bowlers as they can trouble batters and get early wickets by hitting good areas. 

As the game progresses, strokeplay becomes easier and batters can take charge of spinners. If there is any cloud cover or drizzle, spinners can expect more grip and turn after the powerplay.

Weather Report for 2nd T20I Between Aus vs WI

Being an island, Jamaica’s atmosphere is usually humid, especially at night. There is around 66-78% humidity on the match day, which may interrupt the match due to drizzle. Although the overall rainfall forecast is light (~0.08 inches on July 20), weather experts expect a little shower on match day. 

Australia vs West Indies to Head in T20Is

Australia and the West Indies have played six T20I series against each other. The West Indies have won two out of them, while Australia has won three. A two-match series between the two teams in 2012 ended in a draw. Apart from these, Australia toured the West Indies to play a single T20I game in 2008, which the West Indies won. Australia has won the last two series against the West Indies. 

Both teams have faced off in 22 T20Is, with 11 wins each. For a complete breakdown, check the Australia tour of West Indies 2025 overview. Whichever side wins this series takes the lead in T20I history.

West Indies vs Australia 2nd T20I Probable Playing XI

As it is a five-match series, teams will likely experiment with their players and bench. Here is the probable playing XI for the first T20I:

Australia Playing XI
Source: NDTV Sports

Australia Probable Playing XI:

Mitchell Marsh (c), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Cameron Green, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Ben Dwarshuis

West Indies Probable Playing XI:

Shai Hope (c), Evin Lewis, Jewel Andrew (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Alzarri Joseph, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie

Where to Watch 2nd T20I

Cricket fans can watch this encounter between Australia and the West Indies on the FanCode app and website.

Winning Odds for 1st T20I Between Aus and WI

Get the best odds for winning teams from the best betting platforms:

PlatformWest Indies WinAustralia WinBest Value For
1xBet3.61.37Best for Australia
4RABET4.31.22
BetVibe4.421.21
Stake4.61.18Best for the West Indies

Top Player Betting Odds for Aus vs WI 2nd T20I

Check the top player betting odds for Australia vs West Indies 1st T20I across platforms like 4RABET, Betvibe, and Stake.

Top Player Betting Odds
Source: Cricket Australia

Top Batters Betting Odds

Batter (Team)4RABET1xBetBetvibeStakeBest Odds
Josh Inglis (AUS)3.13.23.153.253.25 (Stake)
Mitchell Marsh (AUS)3.33.253.33.353.35 (Stake)
Matthew Short (AUS)43.94.14.054.1 (Betvibe)
Shimron Hetmyer (WI)4.24.14.254.34.3 (Stake)
Evin Lewis (WI)4.44.34.24.54.5 (Stake)
Rovman Powell (WI)54.84.95.15.1 (Stake)

Top Bowlers Betting Odds

Bowler (Team)4RABET1xBetBetvibeStakeBest Odds
Adam Zampa (AUS)2.22.53.22.53.2 (Betvibe)
Sean Abbott (AUS)1.742.52.852.52.85 (Betvibe)
Ben Dwarshuis(AUS)2.22.53.252.53.25 (Betvibe)
Alzarri Joseph (WI)2.433.333.3 (Betvibe)
Andre Russell (WI)2.533.433.4 (Betvibe)
Gudakesh Motie (WI)3.23434 (Betvibe)

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Conclusion: Check The Latest Odds For West Indies vs Australia 2nd T20I

The 2nd T20I between Australia and the West Indies will witness big hits in Sabina Park. The West Indies will look to bounce back after a horrible test series, while Australia will try to continue their winning form. Remember, this will be Andre Russell’s second-last international match, so fans won’t want to miss it.

Watch it live on FanCode and don’t forget to make your fantasy team before the match begins!

About the Author

As the editor of TheCricketPanda, Karthik Reddy combines his extensive knowledge of fantasy cricket with a deep passion for the sport to deliver precise predictions and strategic advice. With over 4 years of experience in analyzing IPL and international cricket matches, he has become a trusted name among fantasy sports enthusiasts. Karthik’s keen eye for detail, backed by data-driven insights and a thorough understanding of player performance and match dynamics, has helped fans make informed decisions in their fantasy leagues.

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