India will face West Indies in the fourth T20I at Hyderabad leading the series 2-1, with weather conditions and dew likely to play a crucial role.
India holds a 2-1 lead in the series and aims to maintain its dominance. On the other hand, West Indies will try to level the series.
Partly cloudy skies along with haze are expected during the match in Hyderabad. The maximum temperature is predicted to be around 33 degrees Celsius.
The minimum temperature is expected to hover around 23 degrees Celsius. The chance of rain in the evening remains minimal.
While rain is unlikely, dew could play a significant factor in the evening match. It may alter the course of the game.
The team bowling second might experience challenges due to wet conditions. Gripping and spinning the ball could become difficult for bowlers.
Considering these conditions, the captain winning the toss might choose to bowl first.
If India wins in Hyderabad, its unbeaten run in bilateral home T20I series will extend to 22 series.
Team India has not lost a home T20I bilateral series in seven years, with the last defeat coming against Australia in 2019.
Since that series, the Indian squad has remained unbeaten in 21 consecutive home bilateral series.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi might receive a chance to feature in this encounter. He shared a post on social media regarding his practice session in Hyderabad.
However, clarity regarding his inclusion in the playing eleven is awaited. If he plays, Sanju Samson might have to sit out.
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