India and West Indies are set to meet in a three-match ODI series in India, with the opening game scheduled for September 27. The series will give both teams an important chance to build momentum in the 50-over format.
India will be led by Shubman Gill, while Shai Hope will captain the West Indies. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to India’s ODI squad after a two-month break.
India vs West Indies ODI Schedule
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | September 27, 2026 | 2:00 PM IST | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| 2nd ODI | September 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM IST | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 3rd ODI | October 3, 2026 | 2:00 PM IST | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh |
The India vs West Indies ODI series will begin in Thiruvananthapuram before moving to Guwahati for the second match. The final ODI will be played in New Chandigarh.
All three matches are scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST. The short gap between the games will also test both teams’ rotation plans.
India ODI Squad
Shubman Gill will captain India, with KL Rahul named vice-captain and wicketkeeper.
India squad: Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (VC, WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Naman Dhir.
Rohit and Virat’s return is the biggest talking point in the India team news. Both senior batters will add experience to a squad that also includes younger players such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi.
Hardik Pandya has not been picked for the ODI series. Rishabh Pant is also not part of the squad.
India have a strong mix of batting experience, all-round options and variety in the bowling attack. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav provide the spin options, while Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna lead the pace group.
West Indies ODI Squad
Shai Hope will lead the West Indies and will also keep wickets.
West Indies squad: Shai Hope (C, WK), Jewel Andrew, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo (WK), Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Vitel Lawes, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Sherfane Rutherford and Jayden Seales.
The West Indies squad includes several players who can contribute in more than one department. Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Keemo Paul and Sherfane Rutherford give the side all-round depth.
The bowling attack features Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales. Gudakesh Motie is the specialist spin option in the squad.
Key Team News
Rohit and Virat return
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back in India’s ODI plans after a two-month break. Their inclusion gives the top order extra experience ahead of the series.
Shubman Gill will continue as captain. KL Rahul has been named vice-captain in the absence of Shreyas Iyer.
Hardik and Pant miss out
Hardik Pandya has not returned to the ODI squad. Rishabh Pant is also unavailable for this series after being named captain of Rest of India for the Irani Trophy.
New faces in India’s squad
Auqib Nabi and Gurnoor Brar are among the less familiar names in the India squad. Their selection adds a fresh look to the team alongside established players such as Jadeja, Siraj, Rohit and Kohli.
Venues for the Series
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
The first ODI will be played at the Greenfield International Stadium on September 27. It will host the series opener between India and West Indies.
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Guwahati will host the second ODI on September 30. The match will be the middle game of the three-match series.
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, New Chandigarh
The series will finish in New Chandigarh on October 3. The third ODI will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium.
What to Expect
India’s top order will attract much of the attention, especially with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning alongside captain Shubman Gill. The middle order includes KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
West Indies will look to Shai Hope, Keacy Carty and Roston Chase with the bat. Their pace attack, led by Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales, will be central to their plans.
The series is also an opportunity for players such as Dhruv Jurel, Auqib Nabi and Jewel Andrew to make a strong impression.
FAQs
When does the India vs West Indies ODI series start?
The series starts on September 27, 2026, with the first ODI in Thiruvananthapuram.
How many ODIs will India and West Indies play?
India and West Indies will play three ODIs.
Who is India’s captain?
Shubman Gill is India’s captain, while KL Rahul is the vice-captain.
Who is captaining West Indies?
Shai Hope is the West Indies captain and wicketkeeper.
