Rain Threat Clouds West Indies' Bid To Go 2-0 At Providence

Conflicting weather models raise the prospect of interruptions that could force a shortened game.

Overview

The second ODI between West Indies and New Zealand is scheduled at Providence Stadium in Guyana on Monday, July 13, with the hosts leading the five-match series 1-0 after a seven-wicket win in the opener.
Keacy Carty (95) and captain Shai Hope (87 not out) forged the match-winning partnership in the first game while Alzarri Joseph (4/41) and debutant Vitel Lawes (3 wickets) led the bowling attack for West Indies.
Previews and pitch reports describe Providence as a balanced surface that helps pace early and spin later and often aids chasing sides under lights.
Weather forecasts differ sharply between outlets, with some predicting a 40–50% chance of brief showers that ease in the evening and others warning of an up to 88% rain risk that could cause delays or a reduced-overs contest decided by DLS.
New Zealand, missing several regular players after a disappointing batting performance in the opener, may change personnel to respond to conditions and the match situation and fans can stream the game on ESPN Caribbean/Disney+ in the Caribbean, FanCode in India, Willow/Fubo in the U.S., and Sky Sport NZ.