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West Indies: news, facts and key points

The West Indies team is made up of players from several Caribbean nations and island territories and played its first Test in 1928. In the 1970s and 80s it was the dominant force in the sport, going years without losing a Test series.The side won the first two ODI World Cups in 1975 and 1979 and…

23 stories · latest 19 Oct 2026 · View the team page

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Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

  • Ravi Shastri called Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s selection an obvious choice because of his experience and quality.
  • Bhuvneshwar has been recalled to India’s 16-member T20I squad for the five-match New Zealand series.
  • The series begins on October 22, 2026, in Christchurch.
  • Bhuvneshwar last represented India in T20Is in November 2022, against New Zealand.
  • He took 45 wickets across the last two IPL seasons for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, according to Wisden.

Shreyas Iyer Says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Wait as India Back Established Openers

  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not play in any of the five T20Is against West Indies, despite being in India's squad.
  • Captain Shreyas Iyer said Sooryavanshi must be patient and trust his preparation while waiting for an opportunity.
  • India retained the opening pair of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma throughout the series.
  • The five-match T20I series ended 2-2 after rain abandoned the final match in Bengaluru on October 17, 2026.
  • Iyer praised Sooryavanshi's potential but said established openers had been consistent.

Shai Hope Says West Indies’ Progress Matters After India T20I Series Ends 2-2

  • Rain abandoned the fifth T20I in Bengaluru on October 17, leaving India and West Indies tied 2-2 in the five-match series.
  • West Indies captain Shai Hope said team progress and individual improvement matter alongside series victories.
  • Hope scored 261 runs in four innings at an average of 130.5 and was named Player of the Series, according to the ICC.
  • India were 118/5 after 7.4 overs when rain ended the shortened nine-over-per-side contest.
  • The washout extended West Indies’ wait for a first bilateral T20I series win in India since 2002.

Did you know? Facts about West Indies

  • Bhuvneshwar’s last T20I appearance before his recall was also against New Zealand. Read the story →
  • India’s 16-player T20I squad is led by Shreyas Iyer, with Tilak Varma as vice-captain. Read the story →
  • The ICC noted that Bhuvneshwar’s ability to swing the ball could be valuable in New Zealand conditions. Read the story →
  • Bhuvneshwar’s recall follows nearly four years outside India’s T20I setup. Read the story →
  • The final T20I was reduced to nine overs per side before rain stopped play during India's innings. Read the story →
  • The India-West Indies series was level 2-2 when the fifth match was abandoned in Bengaluru. Read the story →
  • Sooryavanshi had already been part of India's T20I squad before this series, but did not feature in any match against West Indies. Read the story →
  • Hope’s 261 runs came in just four innings across the five-match series, with the ICC listing his average at 130.5. Read the story →
  • The fifth T20I was reduced to nine overs per side after a substantial rain delay before further rain stopped play. Read the story →
  • The ICC reported that the match was called off after 46 balls of India’s innings had been bowled. Read the story →
  • The fifth T20I is the deciding match of a five-game series level at two wins apiece. Read the story →
  • The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its compact boundaries and high-scoring T20 matches. Read the story →

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🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu

Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

Ravi Shastri says Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s experience makes his India T20I recall an obvious choice ahead of the five-match New Zealand series beginning October 22. The 36-year-old pacer returns to the national setup after nearly four years away.

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India

Shreyas Iyer Says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Wait as India Back Established Openers

India captain Shreyas Iyer said teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his next opportunity after not playing in any of the five T20Is against West Indies. Iyer pointed to the consistency of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma as the reason India retained their opening pair throughou

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India — Shai Hope on success after fifth T20I washout, ICC — India-West Indies share T2

Shai Hope Says West Indies’ Progress Matters After India T20I Series Ends 2-2

West Indies captain Shai Hope said success should not be measured only by series wins after rain abandoned the fifth T20I against India in Bengaluru on October 17, leaving the five-match series tied 2-2. Hope finished as the series’ leading run-scorer with 261 runs in four innings and was named Play

🟡 Report · Sportstar

Rain Threatens India–West Indies Fifth T20I as Bengaluru Forecast Raises Concern

India and West Indies head into the fifth T20I in Bengaluru with the series tied 2-2, but forecasts of rain and possible thunderstorms could disrupt Saturday’s decider at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Posts ‘Still Believing’ Message After Missing First Four West Indies T20Is

India teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shared the two-word message “still believing” on social media after remaining out of the playing XI for the first four T20Is against West Indies. The post drew attention ahead of the fifth match, but it does not confirm whether he will be selected for the series d

🟢 Confirmed · BCCI

Bumrah Returns as Pant and Prasidh Krishna Make India’s New Zealand Test Squad

India have named Jasprit Bumrah in their Test squad for the two-match New Zealand series, while Rishabh Pant and Prasidh Krishna are included subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul as vice-captain.

🟡 Report · The Indian Express

Mohammad Kaif Says Strong Bowling Is the Common Thread in India’s World Cup Wins

Mohammad Kaif has stressed that strong bowling attacks were central to India’s World Cup triumphs in 1983, 2011 and 2024. He urged the current team to build a more reliable bowling unit amid recent struggles against the West Indies.

🟢 Confirmed · The Indian Express

India-West Indies T20I Series Sets Record Pace with 98 Sixes in 918 Balls

The India-West Indies men’s T20I series has become the fastest-scoring series in the format, with 98 sixes hit across 918 balls. West Indies lead the six count, while India have posted a stronger strike rate, according to The Indian Express.

🟡 Report · Sportstar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Added to India Squad for 5th T20I After Arshdeep Singh Injury

India have added veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to the squad for the fifth T20I against West Indies in Bengaluru after Arshdeep Singh sustained a bowling-shoulder injury. The one-match addition comes ahead of the series decider on October 17.

Prince William Plays Cricket With Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane and Brian Lara in London

Prince William picked up a cricket bat on London’s The Mall alongside Sourav Ganguly, Ajinkya Rahane, Brian Lara and England stars in a friendly event celebrating cricket and building excitement for the Earthshot Prize ceremony in Mumbai.

‘No Replacement for Jasprit Bumrah’: Sanju Samson Backs India’s Young Bowlers After West Indies Defeat

Sanju Samson has called Jasprit Bumrah a once-in-a-generation bowler after India’s 24-run defeat to West Indies in Hyderabad. While acknowledging Bumrah’s importance, Samson backed Arshdeep Singh and Prince Yadav, saying India’s young bowlers need more opportunities and support to develop.

‘India Cannot Win World Cup With This Combination’: Mohammed Kaif Criticises T20 Bowling Attack

Former India batter Mohammed Kaif has questioned India’s T20 bowling combination after the 24-run defeat to West Indies in Hyderabad, warning that the current setup may not be strong enough for the team’s 2028 T20 World Cup title defence.

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