India have announced their squads for the upcoming home white-ball series against the West Indies, with experienced players returning and fresh talent receiving opportunities. The tour will feature three ODIs and five T20Is, beginning on September 27, 2026.
Shubman Gill to Lead India in ODI Series
Shubman Gill has been named captain of the Indian ODI team, while KL Rahul will serve as vice-captain. The squad includes senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, adding experience to India’s lineup.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravindra Jadeja are also part of the ODI squad. The selection brings together established international players and emerging cricketers ahead of the home series.
New Players Receive ODI Opportunities
Auqib Nabi and Naman Dhir Earn Maiden Call-Ups
India have included Auqib Nabi and Naman Dhir in the ODI squad for the first time. Their selection provides an opportunity to compete at the international level and strengthen the team’s options.
Ravindra Jadeja and Ruturaj Gaikwad also return to the ODI setup, while Nitish Kumar Reddy features in the squad.
Shreyas Iyer Named T20I Captain
Young Talent Included in T20I Squad
Shreyas Iyer will captain India’s T20I team, with Tilak Varma named vice-captain. The squad includes players such as Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Axar Patel.
Young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has also been selected, while Mayank Yadav returns to the T20I setup. The squad features a combination of batting depth, spin options and pace bowling.
India vs West Indies Series Schedule
The three-match ODI series will begin on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram. The ODIs will be followed by five T20I matches across different Indian venues.
The series will allow both teams to test their players and prepare for future international commitments.
Final Takeaways
India’s squad announcement highlights a blend of experienced stars, returning players, and emerging talent.
With Shubman Gill leading the ODI side and Shreyas Iyer captaining the T20I team, attention will now turn to the upcoming matches against the West Indies.