Introduction
The West Indies will travel to India in the second half of 2026 for an important white-ball tour. The series will give the West Indies an opportunity to compete against India across both ODI and T20I cricket.
The tour will be particularly valuable for the Caribbean side as it prepares its limited-overs combination and tests players in challenging conditions in India.
West Indies Cricket Team 2026 Upcoming Schedule
The confirmed tour includes three ODIs and five T20Is against India from late September to October.
West Indies vs India — 3-Match ODI Series
1st ODI: 27 September 2026 — Thiruvananthapuram
2nd ODI: 30 September 2026 — Guwahati
3rd ODI: 3 October 2026 — New Chandigarh
Format: ODI
West Indies vs India — 5-Match T20I Series
1st T20I: 6 October 2026 — Lucknow
2nd T20I: 9 October 2026 — Ranchi
3rd T20I: 11 October 2026 — Indore
4th T20I: 14 October 2026 — Hyderabad
5th T20I: 16 October 2026 — Bengaluru
Format: T20I
West Indies vs India: What to Expect
The Caribbean team will face a major challenge against India in Indian conditions. The ODI leg will require discipline and consistency, while the T20I series will put greater emphasis on power hitting, variations with the ball and fielding.
The West Indies have traditionally been known for their aggressive style in white-ball cricket. The team will hope to bring that approach to the tour while adapting to Indian conditions.
West Indies Cricket Team: Players to Watch
Shai Hope is an important player in the West Indies batting unit and can provide stability in ODI cricket.
Brandon King can be a dangerous attacking batter in the shorter formats, while Alzarri Joseph provides pace and wicket-taking ability.
The West Indies will also look towards its all-rounders and young T20 players to make an impact during the five-match T20I series.
West Indies' Road Ahead
The India tour will provide eight international matches and plenty of opportunities for the West Indies to test its white-ball squad.
Moving from three ODIs into five T20Is will also allow the team to assess different combinations and give players experience across both formats.
Conclusion
The West Indies' upcoming 2026 schedule features a major white-ball tour of India.
The three-match ODI series begins on 27 September, followed by five T20Is in October. The tour will challenge the West Indies in unfamiliar conditions while providing valuable preparation for future international competitions.