The highly anticipated second ODI between India and West Indies in Guwahati not only promises to be a thrilling contest but also showcases two of the most celebrated figures in cricket, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Rohit Sharma has historically performed exceptionally well in Guwahati, accumulating 235 runs across his two innings in the city, with a remarkable average of 235.00 and a strike rate of 127.71. His standout inning was a spectacular 152 not out against West Indies in 2018, making him a formidable challenge for the opposition.

As Rohit approaches a significant milestone, he is just 73 runs shy of becoming the third Indian cricketer to surpass 12,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Currently, Rohit holds a tally of 11,927 runs from 289 ODIs at an average of 48.88, including 34 centuries and 62 fifties. His impressive best score stands at 264, showcasing his capacity for high-scoring innings.

This year has seen Rohit’s performance fluctuate, having made 411 runs in ten ODIs with an average of 41.10 and a strike rate of 98.56. His notable achievements this season include an iconic score of 138 at Lord’s. Following a modest performance in the prior match where he scored 32 runs from 35 balls, Rohit aims to transform his promising starts into substantial scores.

Virat Kohli’s Stellar Performance in Assam

In contrast, Virat Kohli’s record in Assam showcases even greater achievements. Kohli has demonstrated his prowess by scoring three consecutive centuries in ODIs at two venues in Assam, including the Nehru Stadium and Barsapara Stadium. His first century in the region was 110 runs against New Zealand in November 2010, during a time when he was still on the path to superstardom.

In 2018, Kohli returned to Assam in the midst of a golden phase in his career, especially in ODIs, where he averaged 133.55 that year. During this time, he scored one of his six ODI centuries—140 not out against West Indies—while chasing a target of 323 runs. His most recent ODI involvement in Guwahati was in January 2023 when he scored 113 runs off 87 balls against Sri Lanka, revitalising his batting form and positioning himself for success in 2023.

Overall, Kohli has played three ODIs in Assam and has been prolific in terms of run accumulation. He has scored a total of 358 runs at an outstanding average of 119.33 and a strike rate of 120.13, with a highest score of 140. In 2023, Kohli has participated in seven ODIs and scored 523 runs at an impressive average of 87.16, including two centuries and three fifties.

Squads for the Second ODI

The squads for the second ODI feature some of the finest cricketers from both teams. The Indian squad includes Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul, Naman Dhir, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Gurnoor Brar, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Auqib Nabi, and Dhruv Jurel. The West Indies squad is composed of John Campbell, Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope, Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Keemo Paul, Shamar Joseph, and Vitel Lawes.

As both teams prepare to compete, all eyes will be on the exceptional abilities of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Their performances will not only influence the outcome of the match but also contribute to their already illustrious legacies in international cricket.

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