IND vs BAN: 2nd T20I Preview – India eye series win in Delhi
The second T20I between India and Bangladesh is set to take place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, with India leading the three-match series 1-0. After a dominant seven-wicket win in the first game in Gwalior, India will look to secure the series, riding high on confidence with a youthful squad. Key performances from debutants Mayank Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy, alongside experienced players like Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya, showcased India’s depth and adaptability in the T20 format.
For Bangladesh, it’s a must-win situation to keep the series alive. Their batting lineup struggled in the first match, posting only 127, and they will need to significantly improve to challenge India on a pitch expected to be conducive to high scoring. Senior players like Litton Das and Mahmudullah will be crucial in anchoring the innings, while Bangladesh’s bowling attack must step up to contain India’s explosive top order.
The pitch in Delhi has historically favored high scores, particularly in recent IPL matches, where first-innings totals often exceeded 200. With minimal dew expected and a fast outfield, fans could witness another run-fest if India bats first. The match is set to begin at 7:00 PM IST, and Bangladesh will have to deliver a special performance to avoid a series defeat.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is known for being favorable to batters, especially in the early stages of the match. With an average first innings score of around 165 runs, teams will likely aim to bat first and set a challenging target. However, as the game progresses, the pitch may slow down, offering assistance to spinners, which could make chasing difficult later in the evening.
Probable Playing XI:
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Nitish Reddy, Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav.
Bangladesh: Litton Das (wk), Parvez Hossain Emon, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam.
