The India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026 is a five-match T20I series being played in India from October 6 to October 17, 2026. The series follows India’s 2-1 ODI series victory over West Indies and features several exciting young players alongside established T20 stars.
India began the T20I series in impressive fashion, defeating West Indies by eight wickets in the first match in Lucknow. Shreyas Iyer produced a spectacular unbeaten century to lead India to victory.
Important: The series is still in progress as of October 7, 2026, so the final series result and results of the remaining four matches are not yet available.
India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026 Schedule
The five-match T20I series is being played across five Indian cities.
| Match | Date | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | October 6, 2026 | Lucknow | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd T20I | October 9, 2026 | Ranchi | Upcoming |
| 3rd T20I | October 11, 2026 | Indore | Upcoming |
| 4th T20I | October 14, 2026 | Hyderabad | Upcoming |
| 5th T20I | October 17, 2026 | Bengaluru | Upcoming |
All five matches are scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST.
1st T20I: India Beat West Indies by 8 Wickets
The opening T20I was played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on October 6, 2026.
India won the toss and elected to bowl first.
West Indies struggled early and were reduced to 44/3 during the powerplay. Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford then attempted to rebuild the innings.
Hope scored 52 from 37 balls, while Rutherford made 56 from 34 balls, including six fours and three sixes. However, India’s bowlers kept taking wickets at important moments.
West Indies were eventually bowled out for 171 in 19.1 overs.
India needed 172 runs to win.
Shreyas Iyer’s Stunning T20I Century
India lost Abhishek Sharma for 21 and Sanju Samson for 11, leaving the hosts at 35/2.
That was when captain Shreyas Iyer took control.
Iyer smashed an unbeaten 102 from only 43 balls, with 10 fours and six sixes. It was his maiden T20I century and one of the most explosive innings of his international career.
Iyer was supported brilliantly by Ishan Kishan, who remained unbeaten on 37 from 27 balls.
The pair produced an unbeaten 137-run partnership, allowing India to reach 172/2 in 14.4 overs. India therefore won by eight wickets with 32 balls remaining.
1st T20I Scorecard
West Indies: 171 all out in 19.1 overs
India: 172/2 in 14.4 overs
Result: India won by 8 wickets
Player of the Match: Shreyas Iyer
Top scorer for India: Shreyas Iyer – 102*
Top scorer for West Indies: Sherfane Rutherford – 56
Naman Dhir Makes an Impressive T20I Debut
Another major positive for India was the debut of Naman Dhir.
The all-rounder made an immediate impact with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 31 runs.
He dismissed important West Indies batters during the middle overs and helped prevent the visitors from pushing their total beyond 171.
His performance gives India another useful all-round option as the T20I series continues.
India T20I Squad
India’s squad for the series is led by Shreyas Iyer.
- Shreyas Iyer – Captain
- Tilak Varma – Vice-Captain
- Abhishek Sharma
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Ishan Kishan
- Sanju Samson
- Shivam Dube
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Axar Patel
- Washington Sundar
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Arshdeep Singh
- Prince Yadav
- Mayank Yadav
The squad combines experienced T20 players with several younger prospects. icc
West Indies T20I Squad
West Indies are led by wicketkeeper-batter Shai Hope.
- Shai Hope – Captain
- Jewel Andrew
- Amir Jangoo
- Roston Chase
- Matthew Forde
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Akeal Hosein
- Shamar Joseph
- Gudakesh Motie
- Keemo Paul
- Kamil Pooran
- Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Quentin Sampson
- Romario Shepherd
- Shamar Springer
West Indies have a mixture of experienced international players and emerging Caribbean talent.
Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer is one of the biggest names in the series.
After leading India to gold at the 2026 Asian Games, Iyer continued his excellent run by scoring a century in the first T20I against West Indies. icc
His aggressive batting and leadership will be important for India’s campaign.
Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma is one of India’s most dangerous T20 opening batters.
His ability to attack during the powerplay gives India a strong start and puts pressure on opposition bowlers.
Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan played a valuable supporting role in the first T20I.
His unbeaten 37 helped Iyer build the match-winning partnership that took India over the line.
Shai Hope
Shai Hope is the captain and one of West Indies’ most important batters.
He scored 52 in the opening T20I, giving West Indies some stability after their early wickets.
Sherfane Rutherford
Rutherford was another major positive for West Indies.
His aggressive 56 off 34 balls helped West Indies recover from a difficult start and reach 171.
India vs West Indies T20I Series Venues
The series is being played at five different venues.
1st T20I: Lucknow
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium
India won the opening match by eight wickets.
2nd T20I: Ranchi
JSCA International Stadium Complex
Scheduled for October 9.
3rd T20I: Indore
Holkar Stadium
Scheduled for October 11.
4th T20I: Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Scheduled for October 14.
5th T20I: Bengaluru
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Scheduled for October 17.
For viewers in India, the series is available through JioHotstar, with television coverage on the Star Sports network.
International viewers should check their local cricket broadcaster or streaming provider because coverage varies by country.
India vs West Indies T20I Head-to-Head
India and West Indies have a long history in T20 international cricket.
Their matches are often highly entertaining because India’s technically strong batting line-up faces the Caribbean team’s naturally aggressive style.
India have generally enjoyed the advantage in recent bilateral T20I meetings. The two teams also met at the 2026 T20 World Cup, adding further context to this year’s rivalry.
The current five-match series provides another opportunity for both teams to test their T20 combinations.
Why the 2026 T20I Series Is Important
The series comes at an important stage for both teams.
For India, it provides an opportunity to develop a new generation of T20 players and establish leadership under Shreyas Iyer.
India’s T20I squad includes players such as Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Naman Dhir and Mayank Yadav, giving the team a strong mixture of youth and experience.
For West Indies, the series is an opportunity to test their players against one of the strongest T20 sides in international cricket.
The Caribbean side will be looking for greater consistency with both bat and ball after losing the opening match.
Major Talking Points From the First T20I
Shreyas Iyer’s maiden T20I century
Iyer’s unbeaten 102 was the biggest highlight of the opening match.
India’s 10-match T20I winning run
The victory extended India’s winning streak in T20Is to 10 matches, according to the ICC’s match report.
Naman Dhir’s dream debut
Dhir claimed three wickets on his T20I debut and immediately made an impression.
West Indies struggled in the powerplay
The visitors were 44/3 after six overs, putting themselves under pressure from the beginning.
India chased the target comfortably
Despite losing two early wickets, India reached 172/2 in only 14.4 overs.
What to Expect in the Remaining T20Is
The remaining four matches should provide a much closer test of both teams.
West Indies will need to improve their powerplay batting and find ways to stop India’s aggressive middle order.
India, meanwhile, will want to maintain the momentum created by Iyer’s century and Naman Dhir’s impressive debut.
The Ranchi T20I on October 9 will be particularly important for West Indies because another Indian victory would put them in a difficult position in the five-match series.
India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026: Current Standings
After the first match:
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Series Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 1 | 0 | Leading 1-0 |
| West Indies | 1 | 0 | 1 | Trailing 0-1 |
Four matches remain.
FAQs
Who is leading the India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026?
India currently lead the five-match series 1-0 after winning the first T20I by eight wickets.
How many T20Is are in the India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026?
The series consists of five T20 international matches.
Who won the first T20I between India and West Indies in 2026?
India won the first T20I by eight wickets in Lucknow.
Who scored a century in the first India vs West Indies T20I?
India captain Shreyas Iyer scored an unbeaten 102 off 43 balls.
Who was Player of the Match in the first T20I?
Shreyas Iyer was named Player of the Match after his unbeaten century.
Who took the most wickets for India in the first T20I?
Naman Dhir took three wickets for 31 runs on his T20I debut.
Where will the second T20I be played?
The second T20I will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on October 9, 2026.
When is the third India vs West Indies T20I?
The third T20I is scheduled for October 11, 2026, in Indore.
When is the final T20I?
The fifth and final T20I is scheduled for October 17, 2026, in Bengaluru.
Where can fans watch the India vs West Indies T20I series?
In India, the matches are scheduled for broadcast on Star Sports and streaming on JioHotstar.
Conclusion
The India vs West Indies T20 Series 2026 has started with a dominant Indian performance.
India defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the first T20I, with Shreyas Iyer producing a spectacular unbeaten 102 from 43 balls. Ishan Kishan provided excellent support with 37*, while Naman Dhir impressed on debut with three wickets.
West Indies showed some resistance through Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford, but their total of 171 was not enough against India’s powerful batting line-up.
With four T20Is still to play in Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, the series remains open. India currently lead 1-0, while West Indies will be looking to respond strongly in the second match.
The remaining games should provide plenty of opportunities for young players, established stars and emerging T20 talent to make their mark.
