WI vs SA Predictions – 2nd T20I – 25/08/2024
South Africa look to keep the series alive after a thrashing in the opening game
West Indies and South Africa will be up against each other in the second T20I on August 25 local time. The home side won the opening game by seven wickets, chasing 175 in a convincing manner. The second game will take place at the same venue that is Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, with the action beginning at 12:30 AM IST on August 26.
Here is our analysis for the second T20I.
WI vs SA Prediction – 2nd T20I – Best Bets
Check out some of the best bets for this West Indies vs South Africa 2nd T20I match.
West Indies to win – 10cric @ 1.60, BET HERE
West Indies were excellent in the first game to take the lead. They have a stronger batting line-up including Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford and Rovman Powell whereas South African will rely heavily on Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs.
Nicholas Pooran to score over 25.5 runs – Parimatch @ 1.82, BET HERE
Nicholas Pooran continued his great form with a blistering 65 off 26 in the first game. He has amassed 1693 runs in T20 cricket this year at an average of 42 and strike rate of 157, including 12 half centuries.
Ottniel Baartman to score over 20.5 performance points – 1xBet @ 2.16, BET HERE
Ottniel Baartman was superb in the previous game, picking 2 for 30 in his four overs. The right arm pacer has 113 wickets in his T20 career at a strike rate of 14.5.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
The pitches at Brian Lara Stadium were extremely difficult to bat on in the T20 World Cup in June but the first game of this series was high-scoring with both teams scoring over 170. Expect a similar surface for the second T20I as well.
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Head-to-Head Record WI vs SA
The head-to-head record between West Indies and South Africa in T20I cricket is evenly matched, with both teams winning 12 games each. As for the last five encounters, West Indies lead the scoreline by 4-1.
West Indies
West Indies put on a dominant display in the series opener to clinch the match by seven wickets. Matthew Forde picked 3 for 27 while Akeal Hosein bagged 1 for 22 in his four overs. Chasing 175, Alick Athanaze and Shai Hope added an 81-run stand for the first wicket before Nicholas Pooran hammered an unbeaten 65 off 26 deliveries.
South Africa
South Africa had an awful start to their innings in the first game, losing 5 for 42 in 8 overs. Tristan Stubbs produced an outstanding knock of 76 off 42 while Patrick Kruger supported with 44 off 32 to help the team reach 174. Ottneil Baartman and the debutant Kwena Maphaka combined for 3/55 in 7.5 overs but the rest of the attack was ineffective.
Where to Watch WI vs SA 2nd T20I
Check out the details of where to watch the West Indies vs South Africa match.
- The Indian viewers can watch the T20I series on FanCode applications with a paid subscription.
- For those in South Africa, you can catch all the live action on SuperSport.
- Fans in the Caribbean can tune into RUSH SPORTS or the new Flow Sports App or the SportsMax App.
Toss Prediction
Tarouba has hosted six T20I matches this year, five of which were won by the chasing side. The pitches at this venue can be tricky to assess and set the target. Expect the team winning the toss to bowl first in this game.
WI vs SA 2nd T20I – Key Points
Take a look at the weather forecast, key matchup and favourites to get a better picture of the match.
Weather conditions
The weather in Tarouba, Trinidad is likely to be mostly cloudy on the afternoon of August 25. There is around a 10% chance of precipitation but the match should get enough overs.
Favourites to win the match – West Indies
West Indies will head into this game as favourites as per the betting market. West Indies have won four of the last five clashes between the two teams, including the opening game of this series.
Key matchup
Aiden Markram has his struggles against left-arm orthodox spin, averaging 20.56 in T20 cricket while striking at around 120.
