The 1st T20I between India and the West Indies is scheduled to take place today, Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
Match Details & Timings
The match is a night fixture and begins at 7:00 PM IST local time.
- Toss: 6:30 PM IST
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Where to Watch (In India)
You can catch the action live on the following platform:
- Live Streaming: Available via subscription on JioHotstar.
Team squads with their playing role
The official T20I squads and their playing roles for the India vs West Indies series are outlined below.
India T20I Squad
The Indian squad features a mix of explosive young top-order batters, dynamic all-rounders, and a strong spin department.
West Indies T20I Squad
The West Indies squad brings heavily experienced power-hitters alongside a balanced bowling attack.
Head-to-Head Match Record
India holds a dominant 20–10 lead over the West Indies in their men’s T20I head-to-head history. The two teams have faced off 31 times, with 1 match ending in a No Result.
A comprehensive breakdown of their historical T20I record is summarized below:
Match Day Forecast
The weather forecast for tonight’s 1st T20I in Lucknow is highly favourable for a full, uninterrupted match. Despite some brief afternoon cloud cover or highly localised showers in parts of Uttar Pradesh, conditions are expected to clear up nicely for the duration of the play.
The hourly breakdown for the match hours is as follows:
