IND vs WI Match Preview & Prediction: India will face the West Indies in the second Test of the 2025 home series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, starting on October 10, 2025, at 9:30 AM IST.
India, led by captain Shubman Gill, defeated the West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The hosts will now aim for a 2-0 sweep, while the Roston Chase-led West Indies will be eager to bounce back and make themselves proud.
Match Details – IND vs WI 2nd Test 2025
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | IND vs WI, 2nd Test |
| Date | 10th October 2025 |
| Time | 09:30 IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports / Hotstar |
| Format | Test |
IND vs WI 2nd Test Preview and Team Analysis
India
India performed well in the first Test, winning the match within three days. KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Dhruv Jurel scored centuries, while Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav dismantled the West Indies batting challenge.
- Batting Strengths: KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal will look to build another strong opening partnership. Gill and Sudharshan provide solidity to the middle order, while Jadeja scores valuable runs in the lower order.
- Bowling Attack: With Jasprit Bumrah rested, Prasidh Krishna will partner Siraj in the pace attack. Jadeja, Kuldeep, and Axar Patel will take advantage of the spin-friendly Delhi pitch.
Top Batters: KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Dhruv Jurel
Top Bowlers: Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav
India Predicted XI:
Shubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj
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West Indies
The West Indies struggled with both batting and bowling in Ahmedabad, failing to reach 200 in either innings. Their top order faltered, and the bowlers were unable to trouble the Indian batsmen. Captain Roston Chase has urged his team to show more passion.
- Batting Strengths: Chanderpaul and Campbell should provide a good start. Alick Athanase, Brandon King, and Chase will contribute in the middle order, while Shai Hope is expected to use his experience in Delhi.
- Bowling Strengths: Seales and Lane should start early. Warrican, Pierre, and Chase will be crucial in the spin department.
Top Batters: Shai Hope, Brandon King, Roston Chase
Top Bowlers: Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican, Roston Chase
West Indies Predicted XI:
Roston Chase (c), Tagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Johann Layne, Jayden Seales
IND vs WI Pitch and Weather Report
Arun Jaitley Stadium
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Pitch Condition: Batting-friendly first two days, turning sharply from Day 3.
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Average 1st Innings Score: 340+ runs.
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Best Strategy: Bat first – chasing in the 4th innings is extremely difficult here.
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Weather: Clear skies with no rain threat. Hot and humid conditions will aid spinners.
Weather Forecast — Delhi (for the 2nd Test)
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Daytime High: ~ 33 °C
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Night Low: ~ 21–22 °C
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Humidity: ~ 63 %
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Wind Speed: ~ 3.2 m/s (≈ 11.5 km/h), generally mild
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Conditions: Mostly sunny, warm, with clear skies expected
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Rain Chances: Very low – typically dry in Delhi in October
Who Will Win IND vs WI 2nd Test?
India, with its batting depth and world-class spin attack, looks like a strong contender at home. West Indies will need to bat long and withstand spin to stay afloat, but history and form suggest otherwise.
Prediction: India will win comfortably and take the series 2-0.
