India Vs West Indies

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy expressed satisfaction with his team's performance after the five-match T20I series against India ended in a 2-2 draw. The fifth and final match in Bengaluru was abandoned due to rain on Saturday, preventing a decisive finish to the series. The Caribbean side had already made headlines by defeating India in the third ODI to secure a consolation victory. They carried that momentum into the T20I series, demonstrating their ability to compete against the reigning Twenty20 world champions.

India Call Up Bhuvneshwar Kumar for Fifth T20I India have added experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar to their squad for the fifth T20I against the West Indies in Bengaluru. The decision comes ahead of the series decider scheduled for October 17, 2026. His inclusion follows a shoulder injury concern involving left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh during the fourth match in Hyderabad. The move gives India another experienced bowling option for the crucial encounter. Arshdeep Singh's Injury Raises Selection Questions Arshdeep sustained a blow to

India’s T20I Game Plan Faces Fresh Questions Former India batter Wasim Jaffer has raised concerns over India’s approach in the ongoing T20I series against the West Indies. His comments came after India suffered a 24-run defeat in the fourth match, allowing the visitors to level the five-match series at 2-2. Jaffer believes certain team selection decisions may have affected India’s chances. The discussion has brought Gautam Gambhir’s coaching strategy under fresh scrutiny. Rinku Singh’s Absence Becomes a Talking Point Jaffer expressed disappointment over

Shai Hope’s Century Powers West Indies to a Big Total West Indies delivered a powerful performance to defeat India by 24 runs in the fourth T20 International in Hyderabad on October 14. Captain Shai Hope led the batting effort with an unbeaten 102 off 50 balls, hitting four boundaries and nine sixes. His aggressive innings helped the visitors post an impressive 247/3 after being asked to bat first. The result brought the five-match series level at 2-2, leaving both teams with everything to

Sanju Samson Equals T20I Sixes Record Sanju Samson achieved a significant milestone in T20 International cricket during India's fourth T20I against the West Indies in Hyderabad on October 14, 2026. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter smashed 56 runs off just 23 balls in an aggressive batting display. His innings featured six fours and four sixes, highlighting his ability to score quickly under pressure. Samson became the sixth Indian batter to reach 100 sixes in T20 International cricket. However, his impressive contribution was not enough to

India defeated the West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I in Indore, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma's explosive 69 off 30 balls set up India's total of 223, while Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul and disciplined spin bowling helped restrict the visitors to 209 for seven. Naman Dhir also played a crucial role, dismissing Kamil Pooran after the West Indies batter had hit him for three sixes in the same over. Naman Dhir's 'Six and Out' Moment

India defeated the West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I on Sunday, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma's explosive 69 and Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul helped India secure the victory despite a late batting collapse. India posted 223 all out before restricting the West Indies to 209 for seven. Abhishek Sharma Powers India's Batting Abhishek Sharma led India's innings with a brilliant 69 off just 30 balls, hitting six sixes and five fours. His aggressive approach helped

Rohit Sharma achieved another major milestone in his ODI career during India's second match against the West Indies in Guwahati, becoming the seventh batter to score 12,000 runs in Men's One Day Internationals. The India opener reached the landmark with a single off Roston Chase in the 16th over, joining an exclusive group of ODI run-scorers. Rohit is only the third Indian, after Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, to reach 12,000 ODI runs. Seventh Batter to Reach the Landmark Rohit has now joined

Captain Shubman Gill smashed an unbeaten 223 as India produced the second-highest successful chase in men's ODI cricket, defeating the West Indies by eight wickets in Guwahati on Wednesday. West Indies posted 405-7, but India chased down the target with 39 balls to spare, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. South Africa hold the record for the highest successful ODI chase, having scored 438-9 against Australia in Johannesburg in 2006. India's previous best chase was 362 against Australia in Jaipur

India will face the West Indies in the second ODI in Guwahati with an opportunity to seal the series. The hosts will enter the match with confidence after winning the opening game in convincing fashion. West Indies posted 295/7 in the first ODI, with Justin Greaves scoring a century. However, Kuldeep Yadav’s four-wicket haul helped India restrict the visitors after they had appeared on course for a total closer to 350. India’s chase was powered by outstanding centuries from Virat Kohli and captain

India began their three-match ODI series against the West Indies with a convincing eight-wicket victory in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 139 and Shubman Gill made 110 as India chased down 296 in just 41.4 overs. Kohli Reaches 15,000 ODI Runs Kohli produced a landmark performance, reaching 15,000 ODI runs during his innings. He became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach the milestone in men's ODI cricket. The 37-year-old reached the landmark in his 303rd ODI innings,

India made a great start to their three-match ODI series against West Indies, recording an eight-wicket win in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday. Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill both hit centuries with the bat as India chased down West Indies' 295 for seven with ease. West Indies had earlier posted a decent 295 for seven after being put in. However, India's solid batting ensured there were no issues reaching the target with half an hour to spare in the match. West Indies Build Strong Opening

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

“Satisfied” with how the opening day went, hosts West Indies hope to utilise the new ball and get early breakthroughs on Friday, said assistant coach Kenny Benjamin. Opting to bowl, the hosts had an under-par morning session but staged a fightback. They struck four times, limiting India to 288/4 on Thursday. “We were a little bit disappointed that we didn’t pick up a wicket or two till lunch but then we did well to get four wickets,” Benjamin said after the end of