The third **T20I** match between **West Indies** and **India** will be played at the **Holkar Cricket Stadium** in Indore on 11 Oct 2026 at 19:00 IST. With the five match bilateral series tied at one win each, this fixture is crucial for both teams to take the lead.

India enters as the top ranked T20I side and holds a strong head to head record, making them the favourites to win this contest.

## West Indies vs India: match details

The third T20I between West Indies and India takes place in Indore.

| Match | 3rd T20I |
| --- | --- |
| Series | West Indies in India T20Is |
| Format | T20I |
| Date | 11 Oct 2026 |
| Time (IST) | 19:00 IST |
| Venue | Holkar Cricket Stadium |
| City | Indore |

## What is the pitch report for Holkar Cricket Stadium?

The pitch at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is excellent for batting, with an average score of 200 runs in recent matches.

| Ground Statistic | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Average Score | 200 runs |
| Spinner Wickets | 28 wickets |
| Pacer Wickets | 30 wickets |

For your fantasy contests, pick top order batters who can score heavily on this batting friendly surface, alongside a balanced mix of pacers and spinners.

## How are West Indies and India placed going into this match?

The five match T20I series between West Indies and India is currently tied at 1-1 after West Indies won the second match by six wickets and India won the first by eight wickets.

### India

India lost their latest match but won the four matches before that. They are currently ranked first in the ICC T20I team rankings with a rating of 270. India holds a strong historical advantage with 11 head to head wins against West Indies.

### West Indies

West Indies won their latest match, lost the one before, won the third, lost the fourth, and won the fifth. They sit seventh in the ICC T20I team rankings with a rating of 233. West Indies have secured 5 head to head wins against India and will look to build on their recent victory.

## What is the probable playing XI for West Indies and India?

For the third T20I between West Indies and India, Washington Sundar is unavailable for the home side. West Indies have no reported availability issues.

India: Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav

West Indies: Shai Hope, Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie

## Which players should you watch in West Indies vs India?

Several top ranked players stand out in the third T20I between West Indies and India.

**Ishan Kishan** is currently ranked number one in the ICC T20I batting rankings and scored 80 runs in a recent match.

**Shai Hope** scored a brilliant 102 runs with 6 fours in the previous match against India.

**Roston Chase** is ranked fifth in the ICC T20I all rounder rankings and took 3 wickets in the last game.

**Shreyas Iyer** is ranked seventh in the ICC T20I batting rankings and recently scored 102 runs with 10 fours.

## Dream team prediction and fantasy picks

Here are the top fantasy picks for the West Indies vs India T20I match.

* Captain: Ishan Kishan (top ranked T20I batter with excellent recent form)
* Vice captain: Shai Hope (scored a century in the last match)
* Safe picks for small leagues: Shreyas Iyer, Roston Chase
* Differential picks for Mega Leagues: Abhishek Sharma, Sherfane Rutherford

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## Who will win West Indies vs India?

India is predicted to win the third T20I against West Indies. They are the top ranked team in the world and have won 11 head to head matches against the visitors. This is an analysis based on statistics, not a certainty.

## Where to watch West Indies vs India live?

Fans can watch the West Indies vs India T20I match live on the following platforms.

* TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network
* Streaming (India): JioHotstar app and website
* West Indies / Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean (TV), ESPN digital platforms / Disney+ (Streaming)

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is favourite to win West Indies vs India?
India is the favourite to win the third T20I against West Indies. They are ranked first in the ICC T20I team rankings and have a superior head to head record with 11 wins.

### What is the average score at the Holkar Cricket Stadium?
The average score at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is 200 runs. This indicates a very strong batting surface where high totals are common.

### Which pitch to expect for the third T20I?
Expect a batting friendly pitch at the Holkar Cricket Stadium. Fast bowlers have taken 30 wickets and spinners have taken 28 wickets in recent matches, showing balanced support for both bowling styles.

### Who are the key players for West Indies vs India?
The key players include Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer for India, alongside Shai Hope and Roston Chase for West Indies. All four have shown excellent recent form or hold high ICC rankings.

### What time does West Indies vs India start?
The third T20I between West Indies and India starts at 19:00 IST on 11 Oct 2026. This is also the local time in Indore.

### Where to watch West Indies vs India?
In India, you can watch the match on the Star Sports Network on TV or stream it via the JioHotstar app and website. In the Caribbean, it is available on ESPN Caribbean and Disney+.

> Always check the final Playing XI and the toss before locking your fantasy team.

West Indies and India face off in the third T20I at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on 11 Oct 2026. With the series tied at 1-1, expect a high scoring thriller on a batting friendly pitch.

The third T20I between West Indies and India will be played on a batting friendly pitch at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, where the average score is 200 runs. Ishan Kishan and Shai Hope are the top rated players for this match. For your fantasy contests, Ishan Kishan is the recommended captain and Shai Hope is the vice-captain.

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