The second match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be played between West Indies and Scotland as the Windies look for their first win against the Scottish team, who managed to defeat them once in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022. The West Indies vs SCO match will be Scotland’s first match in the T20 World Cup on Indian soil.
Scotland is a wildcard entry in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. They were the highest-ranked disqualified team, and hence, the ICC brought them on board after Bangladesh pulled out of the upcoming World Cup after the ICC refused to shift their matches from India to Sri Lanka.
This article provides a detailed match prediction for the West Indies vs Scotland T20 World Cup match, including head-to-head records, key match moments, best possible performers and winning chances.
WI vs SCO Match Prediction: Who will win the 2nd T20 match of ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details:
match: west indies vs scotland
date: 7 February, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM IST
venue: Eden Garden, Kolkata
live streaming: jiohotstar
Live broadcast: star sports network
West Indies vs SCO match prediction, head-to-head record
West Indies and Scotland, two teams that are very different in the ICC Men’s T20I rankings, will meet for the second time not only in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup but also in the history of both the teams.
The last time these two teams met in Hobart in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup, Scotland had defeated the mighty West Indies. This was a victory in Scotland’s World Cup campaign, where they defeated the two-time champions by a margin of 42 runs.
West Indies vs SCO Pitch Report and Conditions
One of the oldest stadiums in India, Eden Gardens is often cited as one of the finest sports tracks in the world. It has a nice mix of grassy patches and hard cracks. It is known as one of the most favorable batting tracks in India along with some help for spinners.
Eden Gardens has provided immense success for KKR’s spinners in the IPL, and hence, disciplined spin bowling could be the only point of defense for the team bowling first. This is a very high scoring track, with the highest T20 score ever recorded at this venue.
WI vs SCO weather report
Kolkata is in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent, which means it is landlocked on all sides and experiences foggy weather as well as ample amounts of humidity. However, players will find it easier to play in the evening.
With temperatures ranging between 20-28 degrees Celsius, there is no chance of rain in the area and hence, a full and exciting match can be expected on the 7th.
West Indies vs SCO T20 World Cup Probable XI:
West Indies playing XI: Shai Hope (captain), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Moti, Jayden Seales.
Scotland’s playing XI: George Munsey, Matthew Cross, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington (captain), Tom Bruce, Michael Leask, Mark Watt, Chris Greaves, Safyaan Sharif, Bradley Currie, Bradley Wheal.
toss effect
The toss often plays an important role in the matches held at Eden Gardens. Eden Gardens has often been characterized as a track where batting first can help put up a big score on the scoreboard, prompting teams to take an early lead in the match.
form and fitness
All West Indies players are available, and all have recently played a three-match series against South Africa; However, Shamar Joseph is yet to play a game in the shorter format ahead of the World Cup. Scotland, on the other hand, will have to undergo a fitness test of their players after their surprise entry.
West Indies vs SCO Score Prediction
Eden Gardens is often cited as one of the highest scoring pitches in India. If West Indies’ explosive batting unit is in form then the score can go up to 220+; Otherwise, for a first innings total, nothing seems good enough in this part of the world.
WI vs SCO: Players’ Performance Prediction
Key players of West Indies: Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford and Gudakesh Moti
Scotland’s leading players: George Munsey, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington, Michael Leask and Chris Greaves.
West Indies vs SCO: Best Batsman Prediction
Key players of West Indies: Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford
Scotland’s leading players: George Munsey, Brandon McMullen, Richie Berrington,
West Indies vs SCO: Best Bowler Prediction
Key players of West Indies: Akil Hossein and Gudakesh Moti
Scotland’s leading players: Michael Leask and Chris Greaves.
Conclusion: Who will win West Indies vs SCO T20 World Cup match?
With the West Indies having an explosive batting unit and the Scottish side also showing some promising numbers, this is expected to be the closest encounter on the first day of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. However, with their prior experience in India, West Indies could be declared the heavyweights in the match.
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