West Indies Tour of India 2026: Full Schedule, Squads, Live Telecast, Streaming & Match Details
INTRODUCTION:-
The West Indies Tour of India 2026 is set to bring eight exciting white-ball matches between India and West Indies. The tour will begin on September 27, 2026, with a three-match ODI series, followed by five T20I matches. The series will be played across several major Indian cricket venues, with the final T20I scheduled for October 17 in Bengaluru.
The tour is particularly important for India’s ODI preparations ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027, while the T20I series will provide opportunities for India’s next generation of T20 players.
According to the official BCCI schedule, the tour consists of 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is, with matches taking place in Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
West Indies Tour of India 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour | West Indies Tour of India 2026 |
| Teams | India vs West Indies |
| Total Matches | 8 |
| ODIs | 3 |
| T20Is | 5 |
| Start Date | September 27, 2026 |
| Final Match | October 17, 2026 |
| ODI Captain – India | Shubman Gill |
| T20I Captain – India | Shreyas Iyer |
| West Indies Captain | Shai Hope |
| ODI Venues | Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati, New Chandigarh |
| T20I Venues | Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad, Bengaluru |
India vs West Indies 2026 Full Schedule
ODI Series
1st ODI – India vs West Indies
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Venue: Sports Hub International Cricket Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2nd ODI – India vs West Indies
- Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Venue: ACA Stadium, Guwahati
3rd ODI – India vs West Indies
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Venue: PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh
T20I Series
1st T20I – India vs West Indies
- Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
2nd T20I – India vs West Indies
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium, Ranchi
3rd T20I – India vs West Indies
- Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Holkar Stadium, Indore
4th T20I – India vs West Indies
- Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
5th T20I – India vs West Indies
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
The schedule and timings above are from the official BCCI announcement.
India ODI Squad vs West Indies 2026
India will be led by Shubman Gill in the ODI series, with KL Rahul named vice-captain. The squad also includes experienced names such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, alongside several younger players.
India ODI Squad
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Rohit Sharma
- Virat Kohli
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- KL Rahul (VC)
- Dhruv Jurel
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Prasidh Krishna
- Gurnoor Brar
- Mohammed Siraj
- Auqib Nabi
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Naman Dhir
The ODI squad was officially announced by the BCCI on September 16, 2026.
India T20I Squad vs West Indies 2026
Shreyas Iyer will captain India’s T20I side, with Tilak Varma as vice-captain.
India T20I Squad
- Shreyas Iyer (C)
- Abhishek Sharma
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Ishan Kishan (WK)
- Sanju Samson (WK)
- Tilak Varma (VC)
- Shivam Dube
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Axar Patel
- Washington Sundar
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Arshdeep Singh
- Prince Yadav
- Mayank Yadav
West Indies ODI Squad vs India 2026
Shai Hope will lead the West Indies ODI side against India.
West Indies ODI Squad
- Shai Hope (C)
- Jewel Andrew
- John Campbell
- Keacy Carty
- Roston Chase
- Matthew Forde
- Justin Greaves
- Amir Jangoo
- Alzarri Joseph
- Shamar Joseph
- Vitel Lawes
- Gudakesh Motie
- Keemo Paul
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Jayden Seales
Cricket West Indies confirmed the ODI squad on September 19. Jewel Andrew replaces Ackeem Auguste, while John Campbell returns after recovering from a hamstring injury.
West Indies T20I Squad vs India 2026
West Indies T20I Squad
- Shai Hope (C)
- Jewel Andrew
- Roston Chase
- Matthew Forde
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Akeal Hosein
- Shamar Joseph
- Gudakesh Motie
- Keemo Paul
- Kamil Pooran
- Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Quentin Sampson
- Romario Shepherd
- Shamar Springer
Kamil Pooran has received his maiden T20I call-up after an impressive CPL 2026 season, while Shimron Hetmyer is set to join the squad for the T20I leg. Jason Holder has been rested for the series.
India vs West Indies 2026 Live Telecast
Indian cricket fans will be able to watch the India vs West Indies 2026 series live on the Star Sports Network.
The matches will also be available for online streaming through JioHotstar.
Where to Watch IND vs WI 2026?
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website
- Match Type: ODI & T20I
- Region: India
The current broadcast information has been reported by multiple sources covering the series.
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Final Word
The West Indies Tour of India 2026 promises a packed schedule of eight white-ball matches. With established stars such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill on the Indian side and Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford among the West Indies players, the series offers plenty of storylines across both formats.
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FAQ
1. When will the West Indies Tour of India 2026 start?
The West Indies Tour of India 2026 will begin on September 27, 2026, with the first ODI between India and West Indies.
2. How many matches will India and West Indies play in 2026?
India and West Indies will play 8 matches during the tour — 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is.
3. When is the first India vs West Indies ODI 2026?
The 1st ODI will be played on September 27, 2026, at the Sports Hub International Cricket Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram.
4. What time will the India vs West Indies ODI matches start?
The three ODI matches are scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST.
5. What time will the India vs West Indies T20I matches start?
The five T20I matches are scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST.
6. Who is the captain of India in the ODI series?
Shubman Gill is the captain of India’s ODI team for the West Indies series.
7. Who is India’s T20I captain against West Indies?
Shreyas Iyer will captain India’s T20I team against West Indies.
8. Who is the captain of West Indies?
Shai Hope will lead the West Indies side during the tour.
9. Where can I watch India vs West Indies 2026 live?
In India, the series is scheduled to be available on the Star Sports Network, with online streaming through JioHotstar.
10. Where will the India vs West Indies 2026 matches be played?
The matches will be played at venues in Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
11. Where will the 5th T20I between India and West Indies be played?
The 5th T20I is scheduled to be played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on October 17, 2026.
12. Is Virat Kohli playing against West Indies in 2026?
Yes. Virat Kohli has been included in India’s ODI squad for the West Indies series.
13. Is Rohit Sharma playing in the West Indies series?
Yes. Rohit Sharma is included in India’s ODI squad for the series.
14. Who is the West Indies ODI captain in 2026?
Shai Hope is the captain of the West Indies ODI team.
15. Will Shimron Hetmyer play against India?
Shimron Hetmyer is included in the West Indies T20I squad for the India tour.
16. How many ODIs are there in IND vs WI 2026?
There will be three ODIs between India and West Indies.
17. How many T20Is are there in IND vs WI 2026?
There will be five T20Is between India and West Indies.
18. When will the India vs West Indies 2026 T20I series start?
The T20I series will begin on October 6, 2026, with the first T20I in Lucknow.
19. When is the final India vs West Indies match in 2026?
The final match of the tour is scheduled for October 17, 2026, when India and West Indies play the fifth T20I in Bengaluru.
20. Where can I get IND vs WI 2026 Fantasy Cricket updates?
You can follow IND vs WI 2026 fantasy previews, Playing XI updates, pitch reports, player statistics and match previews on our website before each match.
21. When should I make my fantasy cricket team for IND vs WI?
Fantasy cricket users should ideally wait for the official Playing XI and toss before making their final team, because last-minute team changes can affect player selection.
22. Is the West Indies Tour of India 2026 important for the ODI World Cup?
The ODI series is part of India’s preparation cycle for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 and is therefore an important part of the upcoming ODI calendar.
23. Where can I check the IND vs WI 2026 full schedule?
You can check the complete India vs West Indies 2026 schedule, venues, match timings, squads and broadcast information in the main sections of this article.
24. Will the IND vs WI 2026 schedule change?
International cricket schedules can occasionally change because of operational, weather or other circumstances. Readers should check official BCCI, Cricket West Indies and broadcaster updates for the latest information.
