JSCA International Stadium Complex Pitch Report, Ranchi for India vs West Indies 2026 2nd T20I
Ranchi pitch report for India vs West Indies 2nd T20I, with dew, weather, venue stats and toss strategy.
The pitch at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi is expected to offer a good contest between bat and ball in the second T20I between India and West Indies on Friday.
The surface generally provides good carry and bounce early in the innings, allowing batters to play their strokes. Spinners and slower bowlers could become more effective as the match moves on.
Dew is expected to be a major factor under the lights. Heavy moisture later in the evening could make the ball difficult to grip, giving an advantage to the team batting second.
With dew likely to arrive, the captain winning the toss could prefer to bowl first and chase. However, Ranchi has produced fairly balanced results in T20Is, so the toss may not be the only deciding factor.
Ranchi T20I Records
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| T20Is hosted | 7 |
| Wins batting first | 3 |
| Wins batting second | 4 |
| Average 1st innings score | 138 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 111 |
| Highest total | 196/6 |
| Highest successful chase | 155/3 |
The weather forecast suggests partly cloudy conditions, with a chance of brief thunderstorms or light rain. Humidity is expected to be high at around 87%, while the temperature should remain close to 21°C.
The second T20I is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST on Friday, October 9, making dew and weather conditions important factors for both teams.
