India vs West Indies - T20 Series Match Preview & Schedule
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Fixtures on this page: India vs West Indies
Match Overview and Summary
| Competition | T20 Series |
| Match | India vs West Indies |
| Date | 09 OCT |
| Start Time (NST) | 07:15 PM NST |
| Expected Duration | 4 hours |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau |
| Stage / Round | Group Stage |
Related tools: DLS Target Calculator · Run Rate Calculator · Win Probability Estimator · Match Time Zone Converter
Playing XI
| India | West Indies |
|---|---|
| Sanju Samson (Wk) Right-Handed Batsman Axar Patel Left-Handed Batsman ⢠Left-arm Off Spin Bowler Kuldeep Yadav Left-arm Leg Spin Bowler Shreyas Iyer (C) Right-Handed Batsman Ishan Kishan (Wk) Left-Handed Batsman Shivam Dube Left-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Medium Bowler Abhishek Sharma Left-Handed Batsman ⢠Left-arm Off Spin Bowler Arshdeep Singh Left-arm Medium Fast Bowler Tilak Varma Left-Handed Batsman Ravi Bishnoi Right-arm Leg Spin Bowler Nitish Kumar Reddy Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Medium Fast Bowler Mayank Yadav Right-arm Fast Bowler Naman Dhir Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Off Spin Bowler Prince Yadav Right-arm Fast Bowler Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Left-Handed Batsman | Akeal Hosein Left-arm Off Spin Bowler Roston Chase Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Off Spin Bowler Shai Hope (C) (Wk) Right-Handed Batsman Gudakesh Motie Left-arm Off Spin Bowler Shimron Hetmyer Left-Handed Batsman Keemo Paul Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Fast Medium Bowler Shamar Springer Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Fast Medium Bowler Rovman Powell Right-Handed Batsman Romario Shepherd Right-Handed Batsman ⢠Right-arm Fast Medium Bowler Sherfane Rutherford Left-Handed Batsman Matthew Forde Right-arm Medium Bowler Kamil Pooran Right-Handed Batsman Quentin Sampson Right-Handed Batsman Jewel Andrew (Wk) Right-Handed Batsman Shamar Joseph Right-arm Fast Bowler |
India vs West Indies - Broadcast & Coverage Information
In many countries, ICC events can be watched on ICC.tv or on the official local broadcaster picked by the cricket board there. T20 Series matches are shown by official local TV channels and regional networks in each country. Check with your local TV or satellite provider to see if the match is on in your country. Game time is 07:15 PM NST NST, and the Match Time Zone Converter will tell you when to tune in from any country.
Head-to-Head - India vs West Indies
The head-to-head history between India and West Indies is worth a look before this game.
| Format | Total Matches | India Wins | West Indies Wins | Draws / Ties | No Result (NR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Matches | 102 | 25 | 30 | 47 | 0 |
| One Day Internationals (ODIs) | 143 | 73 | 64 | 2 | 4 |
| Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) | 31 | 20 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Total Overall | 276 | 118 | 104 | 49 | 5 |
Win Probability & Match Analysis
India hold the numbers advantage in this Group Stage fixture in T20 Series, and the models rate them the clear favourite. Their win probability sits at 67.4%, with West Indies on 32.6%. The model points to a clear advantage for India, driven mainly by squad depth (the stronger side can rotate without a big drop in quality), long-run team ratings (performance scores built from results across competitions, used to weight team strength), and favourable matchups in key areas of the pitch. For the shape of the game, keep an eye on the share of runs coming in boundaries during the powerplay (measured against total runs scored), dot-ball pressure (how consistently a bowling attack stops batters from scoring), and the size of the ground (boundary length and outfield size shape how batters attack and how captains set the field). They're the variables most likely to set the tempo and the final margin. Uncertainty is still baked in. The toss, the hardness of the pitch early on and how the batting side approaches the powerplay can all move things, and a model can only account for them so far.
Disclaimer: Win probability values represent a pre-match statistical estimate derived from historical team coefficients (aggregated performance scores used to rank team strength across competitions), recent performance metrics, and competition context. This data is provided exclusively for editorial and analytical purposes and does not constitute a definitive prediction or financial or betting advice.
About This Match
The Group Stage meeting of India and West Indies is set for Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau on 09 OCT, with play beginning at 07:15 PM NST Nepal Standard Time. Fans from Kathmandu to Dubai to Doha will be glued to their screens, because cricket travels far and so do its supporters. Where do matches like this often turn? Often in the small things: a dropped catch, a costly over, a fifty that comes too slowly. Few cricket tournaments carry the weight and excitement of T20 Series.
Weather Conditions - Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau
A 15% chance of rain means the weather shouldn't become a talking point. Players and fans alike can expect temperatures near 31°C. Both camps will have one eye on the sky as they finalise their plans. Team staff will keep tracking the conditions right up to the final pre-match checks. Expect sunny conditions over Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau for this one, according to the latest models.
About T20 Series - Group Stage
Drop points at the Group Stage stage of T20 Series and the maths can get ugly very quickly. India vs West Indies on 09 OCT is a Group Stage fixture that will pull a big audience, both at home and worldwide. International cricket is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and features matches between the 12 Full Member nations as well as Associate Members in qualifying tournaments. The ICC men's calendar includes Test championships, ODI World Cups, and T20 World Cups on a four-year cycle. If you love playing with qualification scenarios, our Net Run Rate Calculator lets you see how different results shift the table.
India vs West Indies - Match Start Time by Country
The table below lists the scheduled local kick-off time for India vs West Indies in all major viewing regions. All times are converted from the official scheduled start - daylight saving offsets may vary slightly by season.
| Country / Region | Local Time | Date | Timezone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | 07:15 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | NPT |
| 🇮🇳 India | 07:00 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | IST |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 06:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | PKT |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 07:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | BST |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | 07:00 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | SLST |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Dubai | 05:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | GST |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 04:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | AST |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 04:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | AST |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | 04:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | AST |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | 04:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | AST |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | 05:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | GST |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 10:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | JST |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | 10:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | KST |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | 09:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | MYT |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 02:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | BST |
| 🇺🇸 USA - New York | 09:30 AM | 09 Oct 2026 | EDT |
| 🇺🇸 USA - Los Angeles | 06:30 AM | 09 Oct 2026 | PDT |
| 🇦🇺 Australia - Sydney | 11:30 PM | 09 Oct 2026 | AEST |
Looking for a different region not listed above? Try our Match Time Zone Converter tool.
Match Venue - Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau
The way the surface behaves, how the ball carries and which way the wind blows can all shape the game at a ground like this. Both teams will pick their playing XI with one eye on the pitch and the other on the ground dimensions. All eyes turn to Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau for a Group Stage meeting in T20 Series that fans have been waiting for. Fans overseas can use our Match Time Zone Converter to check when the match begins where they live. Fans in the host city should check the official ticketing website for seats and entry details.
Frequently Asked Questions - India vs West Indies
- What time does India vs West Indies start in Nepal?
- India vs West Indies gets underway at 07:15 PM NST Nepal Standard Time on 09 OCT. NST is UTC+5:45 - 15 minutes ahead of India and 45 minutes ahead of Pakistan.
- What is the weather forecast for India vs West Indies?
- Expect sunny conditions for this fixture, carrying a 15% probability of precipitation.
- What is the head-to-head record between India and West Indies?
- For a complete breakdown of past encounters between India and West Indies, refer to the Head-to-Head summary provided earlier in this article.
- What time is India vs West Indies in Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia?
- Supporters in Japan and South Korea (UTC+9) and Malaysia (UTC+8) can find their exact local start times in the regional schedule table included on this page.
- What stage or round is India vs West Indies?
- The match forms part of the Group Stage stage of T20 Series.
- What time is India vs West Indies in India?
- IST runs 15 minutes behind NST at UTC+5:30. The exact IST kick-off time is listed in the match time table above.
- Where is India vs West Indies being played?
- Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground, Ardonamau is the confirmed venue for this fixture.
- How long does India vs West Indies last?
- The match is expected to last approximately 4 hours. Actual duration may vary due to weather delays, DLS calculations, or injury stoppages.
- What time is India vs West Indies in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar?
- The Gulf region spans UTC+3 (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain) and UTC+4 (UAE and Oman). Exact local times for all Gulf nations appear in the match time table above.
- How can I follow India vs West Indies coverage?
- Coverage of T20 Series is available via ICC.tv in eligible territories and through the officially authorised broadcast operator in your region. Confirm availability with your local provider.
- Where can I calculate the DLS target or Net Run Rate for India vs West Indies?
- Our DLS Target Calculator (https://www.yonotvs.com/p/dls-target-calculator.html) handles Duckworth-Lewis-Stern target calculations, while the Net Run Rate Calculator (https://www.yonotvs.com/p/net-run-rate-calculator.html) models how today's result affects the standings.
Fixture information, including stadium details, match timings, and broadcast arrangements, is subject to revision. Playing XI announcements are issued approximately 60 minutes before start time. Broadcast rights and regional access vary by country. All stated times reflect Nepal Standard Time (NST, UTC+5:45) unless a different zone is indicated.