West Indies vs India 2nd ODI: Kensington Oval Pitch Report, Team Records at Barbados

Team India will be taking on hosts West Indies in the second ODI match scheduled to take place on 29 July, 2023 at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. The Men in Blue will definitely be feeling very much high on momentum as they are coming into this match on the back of a convincing 5-wicket victory over West Indies in the first ODI encounter played at the very same venue. India have taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.

Kensington Oval Pitch Report

Last year, the venue’s wickets were known for being batting-friendly, with matches seeing over 300 runs scored effortlessly. However, the recent first ODI revealed a slower side to the wicket, favoring the spinners. The conditions are anticipated to stay consistent in this regard during the WI vs IND 2nd ODI match.

Following the typical Caribbean track characteristics, this surface offers excellent pace and bounce, making it far from sluggish. Once the batsmen tackle the initial challenge of the new ball, they are expected to find scoring runs considerably easier. However, as seen in the India vs West Indies 1st ODI match, there was considerable amount of turn during the second innings.

On Saturday, July 29, Bridgetown, Barbados for the IND vs WI 2nd ODI match can expect a partly sunny and humid day with occasional showers. The maximum temperature will reach 30°C. Rain is predicted to occur from 10 AM to 12 PM Local Time, as well as from 4 PM to 5 PM Local Time.

Team Records at Barbados

• In the 46 One-Day International (ODI) matches held at Kensington Oval, West Indies secured victory in 17 games, while visiting teams triumphed in 23 matches.
• Out of the 19 ODI matches where the teams batted first in Barbados, they emerged victorious on 19 occasions, while chasing teams won 26 games.
• In the four ODI encounters between India and West Indies at this venue, each team has won two matches apiece.