IND vs WI: After a resounding victory in the Asia Cup, the Indian cricket team is now ready for its next challenge. India will face the West Indies in the World Test Championship (WTC). This two-Test series will begin on October 2nd. This series is very special for Indian fans, as it is not only part of the WTC, but will also be Shubman Gill's first Test series in India.
Series Schedule and VenueThe first Test of the series will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad from October 2nd. The second Test will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi from October 10th. Both matches will start at 9:30 AM IST and will continue until evening.
Match Schedule:- First Test: October 2nd - October 6th, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Second Test: October 10th - October 14th, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Teams' LeadershipYoung opener Shubman Gill will lead the Indian team. Gill was appointed Test captain during the England series, but this will be his first time leading a Test team in India. On the other hand, Roston Chase will captain the West Indies. Both teams are ready to showcase their strengths in this series.
Indian TeamThe BCCI has already announced the Indian team. Under the captaincy of Shubman Gill, this team is a mix of youth and experienced players. However, the BCCI has not yet revealed the final eleven.
West Indies TeamThe West Indies also announced their team earlier, but with some changes. Led by Roston Chase, the West Indies team will look to give India a tough fight.
Live Broadcast and StreamingUnlike the Asia Cup, this series will not be broadcast on Sony Sports Network or Sony Liv. Star Sports holds the broadcast rights for the India vs. West Indies Test series. Fans will have to tune into the Star Sports channel to watch the matches on TV. Live streaming on mobile will be available on Jio Cinema (formerly Jio Hotstar).
Broadcast Details:- TV: Star Sports
- Online Streaming: Jio Cinema
- Match Timing: 9:30 AM IST
What will be the strategy?Indian pitches generally favor spinners, and the same is expected on the Ahmedabad and Delhi pitches. The presence of experienced spinners like Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the Indian team could pose a challenge for the West Indies. On the other hand, the West Indies' fast bowling and all-rounders could give India a tough fight.
What will be the outcome?Will this series be a one-sided affair, or will fans witness an exciting contest? Only time will tell. The Indian team is considered strong in its home conditions, but underestimating the West Indies team could prove costly.
Advice for FansIf you want to enjoy this series live, keep Star Sports and Jio Cinema ready on your TV or mobile. Also, note the match timings so you don't miss a single ball. This series is not only important in terms of the World Test Championship, but will also decide the future direction of the Indian team under the captaincy of Shubman Gill.