India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Will post monsoon showers play spoilsport in Thiruvananthapuram, pitch report, probable Playing XI

After a nail-biting thriller in Vishakhapatnam, Suryakumar Yadav-led India is set to face Australia in the 2nd T20I in Thiruvananthapuram. After an outstanding batting performance from Australia, the Indian team chased their highest total against Australia in the first game. However, the second game seems to be under threat, as weather might play a role.

The southern region of India usually experiences pleasant weather this time of year, but there are worries about rain in Kerala's capital during the second T20I at Greenfield International Stadium. AccuWeather forecasts a pleaseant and mostly sunny morning with a passing afternoon shower. While brief precipitation is expected, it's unlikely to affect the evening match at 7 p.m. IST.

Despite recent rains, match day is anticipated to have clear skies with a maximum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, easing concerns about potential disruptions due to weather conditions. It's worth noting that  Suryakumar Yadav led India to a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series. The team will want to continue their winning run as their batters are in red-hot form. However, concern in the bowling department might trouble the hosts.

Will India make a change in the winning combination?

Despite registering a convincing victory against Australia in the first game, the Indian team had a lot of questions. Team management must address these issues before a crucial game as the team prepares for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Indian team management will first need to address issues in the bowling department, as pacer Prasidh Krishna and spinner Ravi Bishnoi didn't seem to be in the right rhythm.

Meanwhile, Australia will also look to get back on track. Team management will expect their openers and key players to have a great game on Sunday. It's worth noting that both teams are playing without their key players after a final showdown in the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023. Australia had thrashed India by six wickets in the finals.