IND vs WI T20I Series 2026 Full Schedule: Everything You Need to Know
The IND vs WI T20I series 2026 starts in two days. Fans want the dates, venues, squads and streaming details in one place, so this guide covers all of it. Team India, now under a new T20I captain, take on a West Indies side with a mix of power-hitters and uncapped talent.
The tour features three ODIs and five T20Is, starting on September 27 and ending with the fifth T20I in Bengaluru on October 17. All five T20Is are scheduled for 7:00 PM IST. The five-match T20I leg begins on October 6 in Lucknow.
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IND vs WI T20I Series 2026 Schedule
Here is the complete T20I fixture list with dates, venues and start times.
| Match | Date | Day | Venue | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | October 6, 2026 | Tuesday | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 7:00 PM |
| 2nd T20I | October 9, 2026 | Friday | JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi | 7:00 PM |
| 3rd T20I | October 11, 2026 | Sunday | Holkar Stadium, Indore | 7:00 PM |
| 4th T20I | October 14, 2026 | Wednesday | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | 7:00 PM |
| 5th T20I | October 17, 2026 | Saturday | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:00 PM |
The toss usually takes place about 30 minutes before the start. Venues and timings can change, so check the official BCCI website before you plan your viewing.
IND vs WI T20I Series 2026: Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series Name | West Indies tour of India, 2026 (T20I leg) |
| Format | 5 T20Is |
| Host | India |
| Series Start | October 6, 2026 |
| Series End | October 17, 2026 |
| India T20I Captain | Shreyas Iyer (VC: Tilak Varma) |
| West Indies Captain | Shai Hope |
| TV Broadcast (India) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar app and website |
The ODI leg runs September 27 to October 3 across Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati and Mullanpur. The ODI results aren’t confirmed here, so check the official scorecards on Cricket West Indies or the ICC website.
India Squad for the T20I Series
The BCCI named a 15-member squad on September 16, with Shreyas Iyer as captain and Tilak Varma as vice-captain. Jasprit Bumrah has been rested, while Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav have been included.
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 Squad for the T20I Series
Shai Hope leads West Indies, and uncapped opener Kamil Pooran earns a maiden call-up after scoring 273 runs in eight innings at a strike rate of 159.64 in CPL 2026. Jason Holder has been rested for the tour.
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.
Head-to-Head and Recent Form
The recent T20I history between these sides is balanced. The last bilateral T20I series, in August 2023, ended 3-2 in favour of West Indies. The two teams met again in this year’s T20 World Cup, where India sealed a semi-final spot with a five-wicket win over West Indies.
India start as favourites at home, where batting-friendly surfaces and strong spin depth suit them. West Indies have the power-hitting to turn any match around, so expect high-scoring games.
IND vs WI 1st T20I Probable XI
These predictions are based on squad strength and recent selection patterns, not official announcements.
| India Probable XI | Role | West Indies Probable XI | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | Opener | Kamil Pooran | Opener |
| Sanju Samson (wk) | Opener | Shai Hope (c, wk) | Top-order batter |
| Ishan Kishan | Batter | Shimron Hetmyer | Middle-order batter |
| Shreyas Iyer (c) | Batter | Rovman Powell | Finisher |
| Tilak Varma | Batter | Sherfane Rutherford | Finisher |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder | Roston Chase | All-rounder |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder | Romario Shepherd | All-rounder |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder | Keemo Paul | All-rounder |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner | Akeal Hosein | Spinner |
| Arshdeep Singh | Pacer | Gudakesh Motie | Spinner |
| Mayank Yadav | Pacer | Shamar Joseph | Pacer |
Ekana’s surface has historically helped spinners, so both teams may lean on slow bowlers. Check the final XI after the toss.
IND vs WI 1st T20I Dream11 Team Prediction
Dream11 teams are suggestions based on form and role. Final picks should depend on the confirmed playing XI.
| Pick | Player | Team | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Abhishek Sharma | IND | Batter | Explosive opener, top-order scoring |
| Vice-Captain | Shai Hope | WI | Wicketkeeper | Anchors the innings |
| 3 | Sanju Samson | IND | Wicketkeeper | Strong recent form |
| 4 | Tilak Varma | IND | Batter | Consistent run-scorer |
| 5 | Kamil Pooran | WI | Opener | Debutant, aggressive starter |
| 6 | Shimron Hetmyer | WI | Batter | Power-hitter |
| 7 | Shivam Dube | IND | All-rounder | Spin-hitter, bowling option |
| 8 | Axar Patel | IND | All-rounder | Wickets and lower-order runs |
| 9 | Roston Chase | WI | All-rounder | Spin and middle-order batting |
| 10 | Kuldeep Yadav | IND | Bowler | Wicket-taking spinner |
| 11 | Arshdeep Singh | IND | Bowler | Powerplay and death overs |
Grand League option: Make Shreyas Iyer or Tilak Varma captain for a differential pick. Add Akeal Hosein or Gudakesh Motie if the pitch turns.
Head-to-Head option: Stick to safe captain choices such as Abhishek Sharma and Shai Hope, and prefer in-form top-order batters.
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Where to Watch IND vs WI T20I Series 2026 Live
- TV: The series is telecast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
- Streaming: Live streaming is on the JioHotstar app and website, and a subscription plan is required.
- Official updates: The BCCI, Cricket West Indies and ICC sites carry squads, scorecards and announcements.
Key Players to Watch
Abhishek Sharma (India): He is India’s most dangerous T20 opener and has been in sensational form. He can end a match early if he gets going.
Shreyas Iyer (India): This is his first series as T20I captain. His leadership and middle-order batting will be closely watched.
Kuldeep Yadav (India): His wrist-spin is a threat on turning pitches, especially in the middle overs.
Kamil Pooran (West Indies): The uncapped opener arrives with a strong CPL record and little to lose, which can make him dangerous.
Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer (West Indies): Hope’s captaincy and Hetmyer’s power-hitting give West Indies a solid top and middle order.
Series Prediction
India have home advantage, more depth and a settled batting group, which makes them the stronger side on paper. West Indies’ T20 power-hitting means no result is guaranteed. A 3-2 or 4-1 India win looks the most likely outcome, but one big innings from Hetmyer or Powell can change a game.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the IND vs WI T20I series 2026 start?
The first T20I is on October 6, 2026, in Lucknow.
How many T20Is are in the series?
There are five T20Is, ending on October 17 in Bengaluru.
What time do the matches start?
All T20Is start at 7:00 PM IST.
Who captains India and West Indies?
Shreyas Iyer captains India and Shai Hope captains West Indies.
Where can I watch the series live in India?
Watch on Star Sports channels or stream on JioHotstar.
Final Thoughts
The IND vs WI T20I series 2026 offers five games of fast, attacking cricket across five cities, with a new Indian captain and a West Indies side that has already beaten India in this format. Bookmark this page for the schedule, and check the official links above for late squad or venue changes.
Disclaimer: Probable XIs and Dream11 teams are predictions for information only, not guaranteed outcomes. Please verify schedules and squads on official sources before relying on them.
