India and West Indies are set to begin their three-match ODI series on Sunday, September 27, with the opening match scheduled at Thiruvananthapuram.
The first ODI is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST. The second ODI will be played in Guwahati on September 30, followed by the third match in New Chandigarh on October 3.
Editorial Insight
Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
Issue/Event: India vs West Indies 1st ODI
Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Authority/Organisation: BCCI and West Indies cricket authorities
Action Taken: Three-match ODI series begins September 27
Impact: Opening match starts India's home ODI campaign against West Indies
India will be led by Shubman Gill, with KL Rahul named vice-captain. The ODI squad also includes Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and other selected players.
The series is part of India's 2026–27 home international season. The broader home season includes bilateral series against West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe and Australia across multiple formats.
West Indies enter the series as they begin their route toward the 2027 ODI World Cup. The opening match therefore carries significance beyond the three-game bilateral contest, particularly as both teams continue building their ODI combinations.
Editorial Analysis
Why This Matters
The series gives India another competitive ODI assignment while the West Indies begin their longer preparation path toward the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The match also provides India with an opportunity to assess its ODI combination ahead of a busy international calendar.
