India will take on West Indies in the 1st ODI on September 27, 2026, as the three-match ODI series begins in India. The match will be played at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, with the game scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST.
The series is an important opportunity for both teams to prepare for the next stage of their ODI campaigns, with India looking to build momentum and West Indies aiming to challenge the home side.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI Match Details
Match: India vs West Indies 1st ODI
Date: September 27, 2026
Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
Time: 2:00 PM IST
Format: ODI
India will enter the series with Shubman Gill as ODI captain, while experienced stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have returned to the ODI squad. KL Rahul has been named vice-captain.
India’s Squad and Key Players
India have selected a strong ODI squad for the West Indies series. The team includes Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj.
The return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be one of the biggest talking points. Their experience could provide additional stability to India’s batting lineup.
Shubman Gill will also have an important responsibility as captain as India continue preparing for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
West Indies Squad and Key Players
West Indies will be led by Shai Hope, who will captain the side during the ODI series.
Their squad includes players such as John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie and Sherfane Rutherford. John Campbell has returned after recovering from a hamstring injury, while Jewel Andrew has been added after Ackeem Auguste was ruled out.
West Indies will be looking to use their experience and attacking players to put pressure on India’s bowling and batting units.
What to Expect From India vs West Indies?
The first ODI could provide an interesting battle between India’s strong batting lineup and West Indies’ bowling attack.
India will have the advantage of playing at home, while West Indies will be looking to adapt quickly to Indian conditions.
The pitch and weather could also influence the match. Spinners may become important as the game progresses, while the team batting first will want to build a strong total.
India’s experienced top order could be one of the major factors in the contest, but West Indies have enough quality to make the game competitive.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI Prediction
India will start the match with home advantage and a strong squad, but the final result will depend on conditions, team selection and performances on the day.
With experienced batters such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning to the ODI setup, India will have considerable batting experience.
Parimatch Global prediction: India have the edge in the 1st ODI.
However, cricket can change quickly, and West Indies will have opportunities if they can take early wickets and put India’s middle order under pressure.
Final Thoughts
The India vs West Indies 1st ODI on September 27, 2026 should be an exciting start to the three-match series.
India have a strong squad featuring Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and several experienced bowlers, while West Indies will be led by Shai Hope and have a balanced group of players.
With both teams looking to build momentum, fans can expect an interesting contest in Thiruvananthapuram.
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FAQs
Q1: When is India vs West Indies 1st ODI 2026?
The first ODI is scheduled for September 27, 2026.
Q2: Where will the 1st ODI be played?
The match will be played at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.
Q3: What time does India vs West Indies 1st ODI start?
The match is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST.
Q4: Who is India’s ODI captain?
Shubman Gill is India’s ODI captain for the series.
Q5: Who is West Indies’ ODI captain?
Shai Hope will captain West Indies in the ODI series.
