India vs West Indies 2026: Tour Nears End, Results, Highlights and Final T20I
The West Indies tour of India 2026 is approaching its conclusion. After an exciting ODI series and three completed T20 matches, both teams are preparing for the final two games.
India has already won the three-match ODI series 2–1. Meanwhile, the hosts lead the five-match T20I series 2–1 ahead of the fourth match in Hyderabad on October 14
The final T20I will take place in Bengaluru on October 17, 2026. It will bring the West Indies tour of India to an end.
India vs West Indies 2026: Series Overview
The West Indies arrived in India for eight white-ball matches. The tour includes three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
| Tour dates | September 27 – October 17, 2026 |
| ODI series | India won 2–1 |
| T20I series | India leads 2–1 (as of October 14, before fourth T20I) |
| Remaining matches | October 14 and 17 |
| Final venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
The series has featured high scores, strong batting performances and close finishes.
India Win ODI Series 2–1
India began the tour with two wins and secured the ODI series before the final match.
However, West Indies fought back in the third ODI and finished the series with a victory.
First ODI – September 27, Thiruvananthapuram
West Indies scored 295/7 in 50 overs.
India chased the target and reached 300/2 in 41.4 overs.
Result: India won by 8 wickets.
Second ODI – September 30, Guwahati
The second match produced a remarkable run chase.
West Indies scored 405/7. India responded with 406/2 in just 43.3 overs.
Result: India won by 8 wickets.
Third ODI – October 3, New Chandigarh
India scored 351/7, but West Indies chased the target successfully.
The visitors reached 352/5 in 48.2 overs.
Result: West Indies won by 5 wickets.
India finished the ODI series with a 2–1 victory.
Shubman Gill Shines in ODI Series
One of the biggest highlights was Shubman Gill’s batting.
Gill scored 110 in the first ODI and followed it with an unbeaten 223 in Guwahati.
His double century helped India complete a remarkable chase in the second ODI.
The ICC also named Gill its Men’s Player of the Month for September 2026 following his performances.
India vs West Indies T20I Series Results
After the ODI series, both teams moved into the five-match T20I contest.
| Match | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | October 6 | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd T20I | October 9 | West Indies won by 6 wickets |
| 3rd T20I | October 11 | India won by 14 runs |
| 4th T20I | October 14 | Scheduled in Hyderabad |
| 5th T20I | October 17 | Scheduled in Bengaluru |
First T20I: India Start With a Win
India began the T20I series with a convincing victory in Lucknow.
West Indies scored 171 runs before losing all ten wickets in 19.1 overs.
India reached 172/2 in 14.4 overs.
The hosts won by eight wickets and took a 1–0 series lead.
Second T20I: West Indies Fight Back
The second match in Ranchi turned into a high-scoring contest.
India posted 249/5 in 20 overs.
West Indies then produced an excellent chase and reached 252/4 in 18.3 overs.
The visitors won by six wickets and levelled the series at 1–1.
Third T20I: India Take the Lead Again
India returned to winning form in Indore.
The hosts scored 223 runs, with Abhishek Sharma contributing 69 from 30 balls.
West Indies fought hard but finished on 209/7.
Arshdeep Singh took three wickets and helped India secure a 14-run victory.
With that result, India moved ahead 2–1 in the series.
Fourth T20I: India Look to Secure Series Victory
The fourth T20I is scheduled for October 14 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad.
India enters the match with a 2–1 lead.
A victory would give India an unbeatable 3–1 advantage. However, West Indies can level the series by winning the match.
The game is scheduled to begin at 7 PM IST.
When Does the West Indies Tour End?
The West Indies tour of India ends on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The fifth and final T20I will take place at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
The match is scheduled to start at 7 PM IST.
What Comes Next for India?
After the West Indies series, India will travel to New Zealand for a major international tour.
The tour begins on October 22, 2026, and includes five T20Is, five ODIs and two Test matches.
This gives India only a short break between the two series.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the West Indies tour of India end?
The tour is scheduled to end on October 17, 2026, after the fifth T20I in Bengaluru.
Who won the India vs West Indies ODI series 2026?
India won the three-match ODI series 2–1.
Who is leading the T20I series?
India leads 2–1 as of October 14, before the fourth T20I.
Where is the final India vs West Indies T20I?
The final match will take place at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
When is India’s next cricket series?
India’s next scheduled international tour begins in New Zealand on October 22, 2026.
Conclusion
The West Indies tour of India 2026 has delivered several memorable matches.
India secured the ODI series 2–1, while West Indies showed strong fighting spirit with impressive run chases.
The T20I series remains competitive, with India holding a 2–1 lead before the fourth match.
The tour concludes on October 17 in Bengaluru. After that, India will shift its attention to the upcoming New Zealand tour.
For the latest confirmed scores and match results, visit the official West Indies cricket results page.