India will take on West Indies in the first Test of a two-match series at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday, October 2. Led by Shubman Gill, India enter the series in confident form after recent successes, aiming to capitalize on home conditions.
West Indies face injury setbacks in their pace attack but will rely on experienced batters and debutants to challenge the hosts in what promises to be a competitive opening Test.
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India vs. West Indies Form Guide & Predictions
India enter the first Test on the back of strong recent form, including a drawn series in England and a dominant Asia Cup campaign. West Indies, meanwhile, come off a 3-0 whitewash in Australia and face injury setbacks, making India the clear favourites.
Home conditions, experienced batters, and a balanced bowling attack give India an edge, though West Indies will look to make an impact through key all-rounders and spinners.
The Sporting News Prediction for IND vs. WI
- If India bat first: 380–400 runs
- If West Indies bat first: 320–340 runs
- Expected Result: India to win by around 50–70 runs if batting first, or by 6–7 wickets if chasing.
Head-to-head record: India vs. West Indies in Test matches
India and West Indies have faced each other 100 times in Test cricket. West Indies hold the upper hand with 30 wins, while India have won 23 matches. A significant number of games, 47 in total, ended in a tie, highlighting the closely contested nature of this historic rivalry.
- Total matches: 100
- India wins: 23
- West Indies wins: 30
- Tied/No result: 47
Top players to watch: Batters & Bowlers
Batters to watch
KL Rahul (IND): India’s dependable top-order batter, averaging 41.55 against West Indies with 374 runs in 10 innings, Rahul can anchor the innings and thrive on home pitches.
Roston Chase (WI): West Indies captain and all-rounder, Chase has scored 114 runs and taken 15 wickets in 3 Tests in 2025, providing balance with both bat and ball.
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Bowlers to watch
Ravindra Jadeja (IND): India’s spin all-rounder and key wicket-taker, Jadeja has claimed 23 wickets in 7 matches against West Indies at an average of 20.82, making him a genuine match-winner in Indian conditions.
Jomel Warrican (WI): Lead spinner for West Indies, Warrican has claimed 19 wickets in 4 Tests this year at an average of 11.68, including two five-wicket hauls, making him crucial for breakthroughs on subcontinental pitches.
IND vs. WI betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
Odds* (click here to bet) | |
India | 1.60 |
West Indies | 2.33 |
*odds are correct at the time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- Top Bowler: Ravindra Jadeja is expected to make an impact with the ball, particularly in spin-friendly conditions, and could pick crucial wickets in both innings.
- Highest Team Total: India could post around 400+ runs in their first innings on a flat pitch.
- First Dismissal Method: Likely caught behind or LBW, as pacers and spinners will test batters early with movement and turn.
India vs. West Indies: Expected playing XIs and team news
India Team News
India enter the first Test in strong form, fresh off their Asia Cup triumph and a competitive series in England. Shubman Gill leads the side in his first home series as captain, supported by a balanced pace attack and spin department.
The batting lineup is anchored by experienced players, while the bowling unit, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, is expected to exploit home conditions. Wicketkeeping duties may see rotation due to Rishabh Pant’s injury, giving opportunities to Dhruv Jurel and N Jagadeesan.
India (predicted playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
West Indies Team News
West Indies face injury concerns with key pacers Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph sidelined. Jayden Seales leads the pace attack, with debutant Khary Pierre and spinner Jomel Warrican adding depth.
The return of experienced batters Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze strengthens the lineup. Captain Roston Chase is expected to lead from the front with both bat and ball, aiming to challenge India in unfamiliar subcontinental conditions.
West Indies (predicted playing XI): Alick Athanaze, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kevlon Anderson, Brandon King, Roston Chase (c), Shai Hope, Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican (vc), Jediah Blades, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales
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Where to watch IND vs. WI 1st Test in India
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Date & Time (IST): Wednesday, October 2; 9:00 a.m
- Streaming Details: Star Sports Network & JioHotstar (app & website)
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