Just before the second ODI (IND vs WI) against the Indian cricket team, a big problem has arisen in front of the West Indies cricket team. Justin Greaves, who scored the first brilliant century of his ODI career in Thiruvananthapuram, has been ruled out of the second ODI to be held in Guwahati on September 30 due to a strain in the thigh muscle.

Greaves played an important role in West Indies scoring a huge score by playing an inning of 101 runs in the first match. This sudden exclusion of an informed batsman from an important match is a bad news for the team.

Before the do-or-die match to be held in Guwahati, the big question before West Indies head coach Darren Sammy and captain Shai Hope is who should be given a chance in the playing-11 in place of Greaves? Will the team field one batsman, bet on a sharp finisher or include an all-rounder in the team instead of an all-rounder?

In this article, we will talk about those 3 contenders who are the biggest contenders to replace Greaves in the India vs West Indies second ODI.

1. Sherfane Rutherford

Sherfane Rutherford, who could not play the first match due to personal reasons, has now joined the team. Rutherford not only scores runs, but also changes the course of the match with his aggressive batting. His strike rate in ODIs is around 100.

If Rutherford is played at number 5 or 6, then the lower order of West Indies will become very dangerous. Rutherford's role can prove to be important in achieving a big target or making a big score against a strong batting attack like India. During this time, Jewel Andrew and John Campbell can fulfill the responsibility of opening.

2. Chemo Paul

If coach Darren Sammy does not want to compromise with the team's balance, then Keemo Paul is the most suitable player. Justin Greaves was a fast bowling all-rounder, so replacing him with only one batsman would reduce the bowling options of captain Shai Hope. Keemo Paul has 34 ODI wickets and can also score fast runs in the lower order at a strike rate of more than 95. His slow balls can prove to be very effective on Indian pitches.

3. Shamar Joseph

If the West Indies team wants to put early pressure on India's strong batting order in Guwahati, then Shamar Joseph is the most aggressive option. Famous for his stormy speed of 145+ km/hr and excellent bounce, this young pacer has taken 12 wickets in 8 ODI matches so far.

Joseph, who created history with his lethal bowling in the Gabba Test, has the full potential to turn the match by shocking India's top order with the new ball.