CANADA TOUR OF USA: SECOND T20I MATCH PREDICTION

Winning Probability: United States 20%, Canada 80%

In the upcoming second T20I in Houston, Canada is heavily favored with an 80% chance of winning against the United States, who stands at a 20% probability. This match is crucial for both teams, especially with the T20 World Cup on the horizon, adding significance to their performances in this series.

Despite the United States securing a victory in the first T20I and boosting their confidence with only their second win against Canada in this format, Canada is expected to make a strong comeback. The first game's outcome has set the stage for an intense second match, with Canada aiming to even the series.

The Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston, known for its slower pitches that favor seamers, especially those proficient with cutters and slower balls, will host all the matches of this series. The weather forecast suggests cloudy conditions with possible morning showers and a thunderstorm, potentially impacting the game's play.

Given the pitch and weather conditions, a total around 150 runs might be competitive, with the team batting first aiming for such a target. Observing the outcome of the first T20I, where the chasing team won comfortably, the toss could play a pivotal role, with the winning captain likely preferring to bowl first.

Canada, having won the T20 World Cup America Region Qualifiers and with a strong team lineup, is anticipated to bounce back in this game. Their performance in the first T20I, though below their usual standards, is expected to be an anomaly rather than a trend.

Considering Canada's overall strength and their eagerness to rectify the first match's outcome, they are backed to emerge victorious in the second T20I, leveling the series at 1-1.