After a power-packed three-match ODI series, India and West Indies will be back on the field for the India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026, starting on October 6. India won the ODI series 2–1, setting up another exciting contest.
The five-match T20I series will travel across Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Shreyas Iyer will lead India, while Shai Hope will captain West Indies.
Here’s a complete look at the schedule, squads, venues, key players, live coverage and more.
India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 Schedule
The five-match T20I series begins on October 6, with India and West Indies facing each other across five Indian venues.
Here is the complete India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 schedule:
| Day and Date | Format | Teams | Time (IST / GMT / Local) | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 1st T20I | India vs West Indies | 7:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 7:00 PM | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | India Won By 8 wickets |
| Friday, October 9, 2026 | 2nd T20I | India vs West Indies | 7:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 7:00 PM | JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi | West Indies Won By 6 Wickets |
| Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 3rd T20I | India vs West Indies | 7:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 7:00 PM | Holkar Stadium, Indore | India won by 14 Runs |
| Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 4th T20I | India vs West Indies | 7:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 7:00 PM | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | West Indies Won By 24 Runs |
| Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 5th T20I | India vs West Indies | 7:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 7:00 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | No result due to rain |
India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 Squads
Both India and the West Indies have named strong squads for the five-match series, with experienced campaigners and several exciting young players included.
Here are the squads for the India vs West Indies T20I series 2026:
India Squad
Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Abhishek Sharma, Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav.
West Indies Squad
Shai Hope (Captain), Shimron Hetmyer, Kamil Pooran, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Roston Chase, Keemo Paul, Romario Shepherd, Jewel Andrew, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer.
Venues for the T20Is
The five-match series will visit five Indian venues, beginning at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Ranchi’s JSCA International Stadium Complex will host the second T20I.
The action then moves to Holkar Stadium in Indore for the third match on October 11. Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will stage the fourth T20I on October 14.
The series will conclude at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on October 17. Each venue brings a different setting as India and West Indies compete across the five-match series.
India vs West Indies T20I Head-to-Head Record
India hold the advantage over West Indies in T20 internationals, winning 20 of their 31 meetings. West Indies have recorded 10 wins, while one match ended without a result.
Here is the overall India vs West Indies T20I head-to-head record ahead of the 2026 series:
| Parameter | Matches / Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 31 |
| India Won | 20 |
| West Indies Won | 10 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Tied | 0 |
India and West Indies’ Recent ODI Performances
India won the three-match bilateral ODI series 2–1, with the final match played on October 3, 2026. The series produced a remarkable 2,109 runs across three matches.
Its overall scoring rate of 7.43 runs per over became the highest for a men’s bilateral ODI series of three or more games.
India opened the series with an eight-wicket win in Thiruvananthapuram. Virat Kohli scored 139* as India chased 296 in 41.4 overs.
The second ODI in Guwahati produced an even bigger batting display, with Shubman Gill hitting 223* off 133 balls. India chased 406 with 39 balls remaining, completing their highest successful ODI chase.
West Indies ended the series with a five-wicket win in New Chandigarh. India made 351/7, with KL Rahul scoring 129* off 87 balls after India slipped to 4/2.
West Indies then chased the 352-run target, reaching 352/5 in 48.2 overs. Captain Shai Hope smashed 162* off 143 balls, guiding West Indies to their highest successful ODI chase.
Top 5 Key Players to Watch in the India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026
The five-match series features experienced players and exciting young talents. Recent performances also make a few names especially worth watching.
Check the Top 5 names:
| Player | Team | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | India | Scored 61 off 28 balls in the Asian Games 2026 final. His powerplay batting can give India quick starts. |
| Tilak Varma | India | Hit an unbeaten 51 off 22 balls in the final. His ability to accelerate makes him a key middle-order option. |
| Shreyas Iyer | India | Leads India in the T20I series and brings experience to the batting group. |
| Shai Hope | West Indies | Scored 162* in the final ODI against India. He enters the T20Is after a record-setting performance. |
| Kamil Pooran | West Indies | Scored 273 runs at a 159.64 strike rate in the CPL. His maiden T20I call-up makes him one to watch. |
Alongside the key batters, both teams have quality bowling threats. India’s Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel will be key, while West Indies will rely on Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie and Shamar Joseph to challenge India’s batting lineup.
How to Watch India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 Live
In India, fans can watch the India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 live on Star Sports Network and stream every match on the JioHotstar app and website.
Here is where fans can watch the series across different regions globally:
| Region | TV Channel | Digital Live Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean / West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN on Disney+ / Flow Sports |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow App / Sling TV / Cricbuzz |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Go App / NOW TV |
| Australia | — | Prime Video |
| South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport Cricket | SuperSport App / DStv Stream |
| MENA | CricLife Max | StarzPlay App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport 3 | Sky Sport NOW |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports / Geo Super | Tamasha App / Tapmad / Myco |
| Rest of the World | — | ICC.tv |
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Conclusion
The India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 brings another five-match contest after an exciting ODI series. Both teams have strong batting depth and varied bowling options.
India will look to build on their recent T20 success, while West Indies will aim to carry their final ODI win into the shorter format.
With five venues hosting the series, fans can expect plenty of attacking cricket and exciting individual performances throughout the contest.
