India will begin their home series against the West Indies on September 27, 2026, with a three-match ODI series followed by five T20 Internationals. The series will feature Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the ODI squad, while Shreyas Iyer will lead India in the T20I matches. The first ODI will be played in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by matches in Guwahati and New Chandigarh. The T20 series will begin in Lucknow on October 6, with matches scheduled across five cities.
Here is everything cricket fans need to know about the India vs West Indies 2026 ODI squad, T20 ticket booking, match schedule and live streaming options.
India vs West Indies 2026: Full ODI squad
Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul serving as vice-captain. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are part of the 15-member squad. Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi have also received their maiden ODI call-ups.
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Shubman Gill |
| Vice-captain | KL Rahul |
| Batters and wicketkeepers | Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal |
| All-rounders | Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Naman Dhir |
| Bowlers | Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi |
Ind vs WI 2026: T20I squad
Shreyas Iyer will captain India's T20I side, with Tilak Varma named vice-captain. The squad also includes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is among the players drawing attention ahead of the five-match series.
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| Vice-captain | Tilak Varma |
| Batters and wicketkeepers | Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson |
| All-rounders | Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy |
| Bowlers | Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav |
The T20I squad has a different leadership group from the ODI side. Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant are not included in the announced West Indies ODI or T20I squads.
Ind vs WI ODI ticket booking 2026
| ODI match | Ticket booking platform | Ticket prices |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI, Thiruvananthapuram, Sept 27 | TicketGenie | ₹650 to ₹5,000 |
| 2nd ODI, Guwahati, Sept 30 | BookMyShow | ₹1,500 onwards |
| 3rd ODI, New Chandigarh, Oct 3 | To be confirmed | Not announced |
IND vs WI T20 ticket booking 2026: Where and how to book
Cricket fans planning to watch the India vs West Indies T20 matches at the stadium can book tickets online. For the opening T20I in Lucknow, ticket sales are being handled through District by Zomato. The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has announced ticket prices starting at ₹399, with premium seating options also available.
India vs West Indies, 1st T20I tickets
October 6, 2026 · 7 pm IST
Starting ticket price: ₹399
Premium ticket price: ₹13,500
Official booking platform: District
Ticket availability, seating categories and final prices are subject to the booking platform. Convenience fees and other charges may apply.
How to book IND vs WI T20 tickets online
- Visit the District website or open the District by Zomato app.
- Search for India vs West Indies T20I or select the match in Lucknow.
- Choose the match date, available seating category and number of tickets.
- Enter the required details and complete the payment.
- Check the booking confirmation for ticket delivery or entry instructions.
Tickets for other T20I venues, including Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, may have different prices, booking windows and platforms. Fans should check the respective match listing and local cricket association announcements before making a booking.
For the Indore T20I on October 11, the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association has also announced online booking arrangements through District, including special booking procedures for student and specially abled spectators.
India vs West Indies 2026: Full ODI and T20 match schedule
The series will run from September 27 to October 17, with three ODIs and five T20Is. All timings below are in Indian Standard Time (IST).
| Match | Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | September 27, Sunday | Thiruvananthapuram | 2 pm |
| 2nd ODI | September 30, Wednesday | Guwahati | 2 pm |
| 3rd ODI | October 3, Saturday | New Chandigarh | 2 pm |
| 1st T20I | October 6, Tuesday | Lucknow | 7 pm |
| 2nd T20I | October 9, Friday | Ranchi | 7 pm |
| 3rd T20I | October 11, Sunday | Indore | 7 pm |
| 4th T20I | October 14, Wednesday | Hyderabad | 7 pm |
| 5th T20I | October 17, Saturday | Bengaluru | 7 pm |
IND vs WI ODI live streaming 2026: Where to watch
India's ODI series against the West Indies will be available on television and digital streaming platforms in India.
TV telecast: Star Sports Network
Live streaming: JioHotstar
The listed platforms are reported for the India series. Check the broadcaster's match listing for regional availability and subscription requirements.
The same broadcast arrangement is reported for the T20I series. Fans who cannot watch the matches live on television can check the JioHotstar app or website for streaming access.
FAQs
When does the India vs West Indies ODI series begin in 2026?
The first ODI will be played on September 27, 2026, at Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. The match is scheduled to begin at 2 pm IST.
What is the starting price for India vs West Indies T20 tickets?
For the first T20I in Lucknow on October 6, tickets start at ₹399, with the highest announced category priced at ₹13,500. Tickets are being sold through District by Zomato.
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Where can I watch India vs West Indies 2026 live?
In India, the series is reported to be available on Star Sports Network on television and JioHotstar for live streaming.
