The Indian team, fresh from their triumph in the Asia Cup 2025, is set to play a two-match Test series against the West Indies. This series will be held in India, with the first match starting on October 2nd. The series is crucial for the Indian team in the context of the World Test Championship, and Shubman Gill will be aiming for his first Test series win as captain.
The opening match of the India-West Indies Test series is scheduled for Thursday at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The match will begin at 9:30 AM IST, with the toss at 9:00 AM IST. Cricket fans in India can watch the match live on the Star Sports Network, and live streaming will be available on the JioCinema app and website.
The series marks the West Indies’ return to India for a Test series after seven years; their last visit was in 2018, which India won 2-0. Historically, the two teams have played 100 Test matches, with India winning 23 and West Indies 30. There have been 47 draws. Of the 47 matches played in India, India has won 13, West Indies 14, and 20 ended in draws.