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IND vs WI: The two-match test series between India and West Indies is all set to begin. The first test is scheduled to be played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, starting at 9:30 AM between October 2 and 6. This is the first home test for Shubman Gill as the Indian test captain.
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The Indian test side is coming off a successful series in England and will be looking to dominate in the home test. They will fancy their chances against West Indies, as they have been struggling in this format. Adding to that, this is also time for some new faces to perform and make their mark on the Indian test side.
- Key Batter: Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are the two premier batters for India and are expected to dominate.
- Captaincy: Captain Gill has been in great form and will be looking to carry on his form into this home series as well.
- Batting Strength: Though India will miss Rishabh Pant, they have some other great young batters in the middle. But moreover, Gill, Jaiswal, and KL Rahul will be the key batters for the Indian team.
- Bowling Attack: Spin is the mantra to win in India, and the hosts have a superb spin attack. Apart from that, Bumrah and Siraj make the pace department stronger.
West Indies Preview
West Indies are going through a tough time across all three formats. Though their test side looks more settled by injuries, and non-performance has not helped them much. But they won one test when they visited Pakistan last time. So, they will be ready for this spin challenge in India.
- Batting: The batting looks slightly inexperienced, as Kraigg Braithwaite has been ruled out due to injury. Tagnarine Chanderpaul, Shai Hope, and Roston Chase will be the key for them.
- Bowling: The bowling looks decent, as they have good pacers and all-rounders. But it will be their spin attack that might not be experienced enough to match the Indian spin unit.
Match Details – India vs West Indies, 1st Test
| League | West Indies tour of India 2025 |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies, 1st Test |
| Date & Time | 2-6 Oct, 2025, 09:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Pitch and Weather Report
Narendra Modi Stadium offers a firm surface early on, but it might tear as the game goes on. There is a prediction of rain as well, which will keep the fast bowlers interested as well. But we might see a spin-friendly track for this test, and it might not be a high-scoring game.
The temperature for scheduled days is to be between 28°C and 29°C, with the chance of rain on the third and fourth days. The humidity is to be between 60 and 70 percent.
| 🌟 Factor | 🏏 Details |
|---|---|
| 🌡️ Temperature | 28°C – 29°C |
| 🌧️ Weather Forecast | Cloudy, 15% Chances of Passing Showers |
| 🏟️ Pitch Behavior | Balanced – Early Help for Pacers |
| ⚡ Best Suited To | Batters (after initial overs) & Spin Bowlers |
| 1️⃣ Average 1st Innings Score | 345-365 |
IND vs WI Head to Head Record
| Stats | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 100 |
| Matches Won by India | 23 |
| Matches Won by West Indies | 30 |
| Drawn | 47 |
| No Result | 00 |
IND vs WI Today’s Probable 11
| India Playing XI | West Indies Playing XI |
|---|---|
| KL Rahul | Jomel Warrican |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Tagenarine Chanderpaul |
| Sai Sudharsan | John Campbell |
| Shubman Gill (C) | Brandon King |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Alick Athanaze |
| Dhruv Jurel (WK) | Shai Hope (WK) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Roston Chase (C) |
| Washington Sundar | Justin Greaves |
| Axar Patel | Kharry Pierre |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Anderson Phillip |
| Mohammad Siraj | Jayden Seales |
Key Players to Watch Out in India vs West Indies Match
Top Batters
- Shubman Gill (IND): Shubman Gill had a historic performance in the last test series and is expected to repeat that success.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (IND): Yashasvi Jaiswal started his test career against West Indies and slammed a big century. He likes playing against them.
- Tagnarine Chanderpaul (WI): Tagnarine Chanderpaul has shown great maturity at the test level. He is a good player of spin as well.
- Shai Hope (WI): Shai Hope averages close to 50 in ODIs and is a proven batter at the highest level.
Top Bowlers
- Ravindra Jadeja (IND): Ravindra Jadeja at home has been brilliant. The spin pitches will help him, and he will be India’s premier spinner.
- Jasprit Bumrah (IND): Jasprit Bumrah playing in the game means a threat for the opposition. He will look to bowl some impactful spells.
- Jomel Warrican (WI): Jomel Warrican did pretty well in Pakistan, and he will get good support from the pitch.
- Jayden Seales (WI): Jayden Seales had a pretty good series against Australia, and he is very fast.
NZ vs AUS Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
The recent performances of both teams and the combination, according to the Indian pitches, make India firm favorites. If West Indies can show some fight, they can take the game deep to the 4th or 5th day. But India are expected to wrap up this test quickly.
NZ vs AUS Match Prediction Scenarios
| Scenario | Toss Winner | Decision | First Innings Score | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 | IND | Bat First | 440-455 | IND |
| Scenario 2 | WI | Bat First | 325-350 | IND |
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on analysis of current form, stats, and pitch conditions. Match outcomes can vary due to on-field factors. Please make your final fantasy picks after checking the toss and playing XIs.
