After an absorbing 1st day, Australia and the West Indies are ready for more action on Day 2 of the 2025 series. The Aussies, led by home conditions, will be eager to seal up the series. Meanwhile, the boys from the Caribbean are eager to lift their game as their natural speed and no-fear attitude aim to put some fear in the minds of the hosts. With stars like Steve Smith, Pat Cummins, Shai Hope, and Shamar Joseph on show, fans can expect five days of high-quality cricket, fiery exchanges, and possibly a few surprises. The red ball is ready to swing, and so are the fortunes of both teams! Will experience triumph, or will youthful energy script a twist?
Let the battle begin!

Match Details – AUS vs WI, 2nd Test
Match: Australia vs West Indies, 2nd Test
Series: West Indies Tour of Australia 2025
Date: Today, July 3, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Australia National Cricket Stadium, St George's, Grenada

Usman Khawaja vs Jayden Seales
Khawaja’s patience and footwork will be crucial against Seales’ disciplined line and seam movement, especially under early morning conditions.
Beau Webster vs Jomel Warrican
Webster, still cementing his spot, faces the crafty left-arm spin of Warrican, who thrives in exploiting new middle-order batters.
Shai Hope vs Mitchell Starc
Hope, WI’s anchor, will need to handle Starc’s swinging thunderbolts with precision, especially with the new ball under lights.
Cameron Green vs Alzarri Joseph
Green's tall frame and solid technique face a true challenge in Alzarri’s skiddy pace and short-ball barrage.
Brandon King vs Josh Hazlewood
Hazlewood’s accuracy and consistency make him a nightmare for any new batter. Brandon King’s aggressive intent could be tested early.
Alex Carey vs Roston Chase
Carey will look to counter Chase’s variations with sweep shots, but one lapse in judgment could be his undoing against the drifting off-spin.

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WI vs AUS Predicted Playing XI
Australia Playing XI 

Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Cameron Green, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood

West Indies Playing XI

Kraigg Brathwaite, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Brandon King, Roston Chase, Shai Hope, Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales