AFG vs WI Pitch, Weather Report of Dubai- 2nd T20I, Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026

Dubai will host AFG vs WI 2nd T20I 2026 [Source: @AnkanKar/X]

After securing a convincing victory in the first match, Afghanistan are getting ready to face the West Indies in the second T20I of the ongoing series in the UAE. The AFG vs WI series opener witnessed Afghanistan's complete dominance, as they swatted aside the West Indies by 38 runs. 

Batting first, Afghanistan posted a competitive total of 181 runs for the loss of just three wickets. Opening batter Ibrahim Zadran starred with the bat, scoring 87 runs off 56 balls, with Darwish Rasooli also smashing 84 runs with the help of eight boundaries and two sixes. 

In response, the West Indies lost crucial wickets at regular intervals, finishing their innings on 143 for nine in 20 overs. Although Johnson Charles, Quentin Sampson, Matthew Forde, and Gudakesh Motie chipped in with quick-fire cameos, the collective failure of the other batters ensured the West Indies ended up on the losing side. 

So, the West Indies would be desperate to restore parity, while the Afghans would like to extend their winning streak and take an unassailable lead in the series. As the stage is set for a fascinating AFG vs WI contest, here is the pitch and weather report for the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. 

Dubai international cricket stadium Pitch Report for AFG vs WI 2nd T20I

(Dubai international stadium T20I records)

The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium generally offers a hint of seam movement to the fast bowlers early on in the first half. 

Although the track was on the slower side during the Asia Cup, the pitch in Dubai significantly assisted batters in the first T20I between Afghanistan and the West Indies. 

So, once they get their eyes in, the batters can capitalise on the track's even pace and bounce to score runs at a brisk pace. 

The spinners might get some turn, especially in the second innings. The fact that the spinners shared six out of nine wickets in the second half of the first T20I vindicates our statement. 

All in all, expect a riveting contest between bat and ball in the second T20I between Afghanistan and the West Indies, with the batters and spinners likely to dominate the proceedings. 

As far as the fast bowlers are concerned, they will rely more on cutters and variations than regular seam-ups to succeed at this venue. 

Dubai Weather Report for AFG vs WI 2nd T20I

(Source: AccuWeather)

The weather conditions in Dubai are expected to be ideal for cricket on Wednesday evening. As Afghanistan gear up to face the West Indies, the temperature in Dubai will likely read 19 degrees Celsius, with the wind blowing from the West/North-West direction. 

The probability of precipitation is as low as one per cent, so we reckon fans will likely witness a full-fledged T20 affair between the two sides on Wednesday. 

Conclusion

The AFG vs WI T20I series is nicely poised, with the former leading by 1-0. Afghanistan's pursuit of a historic triumph and the West Indies' knack for bouncing back make this contest worth watching. 

In such a scenario, Dubai's excellent weather conditions and sporting deck set the tone for a humdinger that the fans will definitely be keen to witness.