Introduction
On July 23rd, 2025, the West Indies will take on Australia in the second T20I of the five-match T20I series. The match will take place at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica, with Australia leading the series 1-0. The West Indies will look not only to level the series but also to give Andre Russell the opportunity to win his last international match on home soil.
Match Preview
- Match: 2nd T20I—West Indies vs. Australia
- Date: July 23rd, 2025
- Time: 12:00 AM (UTC)
- Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
- Series status: Australia leads 1-0.
The 'Russell Show' in Kingston
This match has more significance than just the numbers and standings. It is the farewell match for one of the most exciting all-rounders in the history of T20 cricket, Andre Russell. The two-time T20 World Cup winner has been the face of West Indies white-ball cricket for nearly a decade now. West Indies fans will fondly recall his explosive hitting, destructive death bowling, and electrifying fielding that entertained in the colors of the West Indies. Expect the atmosphere in Kingston to be electric. The home crowd will aim to give Russell proper backing and support him to go out with a bang in front of his home nation. I would expect a passionate and mentally sharp West Indies team to put on a performance worthy of their champion.
Current Series Standings
1st T20I: Australia won by 3 wickets.
Series Scoreline: AUS 1 – 0 WI
WI vs. AUS Head-to-Head Statistics
Total T20Is Played: 23
West Indies Wins: 11
Australia Wins: 12
Last 5 Matches: Australia is 4-1.
Sabina Park Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Conditions
Nature: Balanced pitch with early seam assistance
Average Score 1st Inning: 166
Highest Successful Chase: 194/1 (WI vs. IND, 2017)
If rain is threatening, bat first; otherwise, chase if possible.
Weather Conditions
Temp: ~28°C
Skies: Overcast, with showers
Humidity: High
Rain: 40–50%
Team Form & Recent Results
West Indies (Last 5 T20Is)
L, NR, NR, W, L
They have struggled with consistency, and while the batting side of things has been looking good, they have fallen away in the way of completing games and tight death bowling.
Australia (Last 5 T20Is)
NR, W, W, W, W
On a good stretch of form here and looking strong with depth, as even the second-string players have played well.
Squad Overview and Proposed XIs
West Indies Squad Highlights
Top Order: Shai Hope, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer
Middle Order: Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford
Finishers: Andre Russell, Jason Holder
Bowling Unit: Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie
Proposed XI
Brandon King, Shai Hope (c & wk), Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph
Australia Squad Highlights:
Top Order: Josh Inglis, Jake Fraser-McGurk
Middle Order: Marsh, Green, Owen, Maxwell
Spin/Death Options: Zampa, Dwarshuis, Abbott, Ellis
Likely XI
Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Owen, Tim David, Cooper Connolly, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
Dream11 & Fantasy Tips
Top Fantasy Picks
Batters: Shai Hope, Glenn Maxwell, Shimron Hetmyer
All-Rounders: Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Cameron Green
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Akeal Hosein, Ben Dwarshuis
Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis
Captain/Vice-Captain Options
Shai Hope (c), Andre Russell (vc)
Cameron Green (c), Glenn Maxwell (vc)
Backups: Sean Abbott, Fraser-McGurk, Alzarri Joseph, Roston Chase
Key Battles
Andre Russell vs. Australian quicks: One last showcase of power
Zampa vs. Hetmyer: Spin vs. aggression
Green & Owen vs. WI spinners: Important part of Australia’s chase
Joseph & Holder in power play: Have to strike early
Prediction & Betting Insights
Match Prediction
Australia has form on their side and momentum behind them this time, but expect an emotional West Indies team to come at them even harder on home soil. If the West Indies top order fires and their bowlers keep their heads, it could be Russell’s perfect send-off.
Betting Tip
Bet on West Indies to win for Andre Russell's send-off. With their home-ground advantage and powerful hitters, they are a real danger.
Win Probability
West Indies: 39%
Australia: 61%
Current Betting Odds from Stake.com
Final Prediction on the Match
The second T20I between the West Indies and Australia is set to be a show of fireworks, emotion, and competition. Andre Russell will be playing his last international, and Sabina Park will be electric. The West Indies will want to harness this emotion and blast their way to victory. However, Australia will be difficult to beat with their depth and form.
