India vs West Indies 2nd ODI: Kohli, Gill lead India's push for series win

The India vs West Indies 2nd ODI is underway in Guwahati, with India looking to seal the three-match series after winning the opening match. The spotlight is once again on Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill, while Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi is making his much-awaited India debut.

Kohli enters Guwahati in top form

Virat Kohli enters the second ODI after producing an unbeaten 139 in the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram. His innings helped India chase down West Indies' total comfortably while also taking him past the 15,000-run mark in ODI cricket.

Guwahati has also been a productive venue for Kohli. He has scored centuries in each of his previous three ODIs in Assam, adding another interesting subplot to the match.

Shubman Gill will also be expected to provide India with a strong start as the hosts look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead.

Auqib Nabi gets India debut

The second ODI marks a significant moment for Auqib Nabi, who receives his maiden India cap from KL Rahul. The pacer was previously selected for India's Test squad as a replacement for Jasprit Bumrah but did not get an opportunity to play.

Nabi's selection follows an outstanding 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, during which he took 60 wickets in 10 matches, including seven five-wicket hauls. His bowling average of 12.56 highlighted his impact during Jammu and Kashmir's title-winning campaign.

West Indies need a response

West Indies lost the first ODI by eight wickets but showed glimpses of competitiveness through Justin Greaves' century. The visitors will need a more complete batting effort in Guwahati if they are to keep the series alive.

India's bowling attack will also be under scrutiny. West Indies scored 295 in the opener, with India's pacers struggling to maintain consistent pressure before Kuldeep Yadav's intervention.

With India chasing a series-clinching victory and West Indies fighting to stay alive, the Guwahati ODI promises another important contest.