India Squad Announcement vs WI Live Updates: Shubman Gill to captain in ODIs, Will Suryakumar find a place?

India Team Announcement Live Updates: Litmus Test awaits!

It will be a litmus test for Rishabh Pant, without a doubt. The southpaw has been out of the limited-overs setup for some time now, with his last ODI appearance coming in 2024!

For Rishabh, this series presents a rare and massive opportunity. It will be a crucial period for him if the 28-year-old wants his place back in the white-ball fold.

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KL Rahul could take over as India's ODI vice-captain for the West Indies series as Shreyas Iyer remains unavailable because of his Asian Games commitment.

Shubman Gill is expected to continue as captain, while Rahul's experience makes him a leading candidate for the deputy's role.

Rahul is also likely to remain India's first-choice ODI wicketkeeper, meaning he could have two significant responsibilities in the series. The selectors will also need to decide on a second wicketkeeper, with Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel among the options.

India Squad Announcement Live Updates: Asian Games Team News

Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the Asian Games and Delhi Capitals spinner Vipraj Nigam has been included in the India squad for the upcoming continental event. He is expected to join the Indian team after the Afghanistan series.

India vs West Indies - What happened when WI visited India for ODI Series Last Time?

A three-match series ended 3-0 in India's favour as the men in blue were overwhelmingly dominant.

Suryakumar Yadav was the top scorer in the series with 104 runs, while Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer also did well. Virat Kohli had a torrid outing with just 26 runs in three matches.

Prasidh Krishna was the highest wicket-taker with 9 wickets to his name.

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India's upcoming ODI series against West Indies starts on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram, while the other two matches are in Guwahati (Sept 30) and New Chandigarh (Oct 3).

The T20I series will be played in Lucknow (Oct 6), Ranchi (Oct 9), Indore (Oct 11), Hyderabad (Oct 14), Bengaluru (Oct 17).

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The meeting of the BCCI selectors has been delayed, as per reports. It is now set to take place in the evening, around 6 PM IST. Agarkar will be present in it and will complete his selection swansong.

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The India T20I squad is likely to be the same as the Asian Games. Although India will play at the Asian Games until October 3 at the latest, they are expected to return and resume their West Indies assignment within a couple of days. Interestingly, Gautam Gambhir will be back in the helm for the T20I team as VVS Laxman is honing coaching duties at Asian Games.

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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma both look set to be included in the ODI squad against West Indies.

Hardik Pandya may well be available for both formats, but will he be appointed as captain in T20Is? It looks less likely. There is a possibility that Shubman Gill will be handed captaincy in the T20Is as well, given Shreyas Iyer and others will be in Asian Games duties.

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It is set to be the final selection for Ajit Agarkar as the head of BCCI men's team selectors. The former India bowler is expected to move on from his current role after this series.

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Mohammed Shami's India career is unlikely to be revived as the selectors are not considering him for any of the two squads. The Bengal veteran continues to impress in domestic cricket but the selectors are inclined to the new generation.

India Squad Announcement LIVE: Meeting Begins

It is past 1 PM, and the meeting has officially begun in Mumbai. The selection committee of the BCCI has officially started deliberating and discussing the full squad that will be fielded against the West Indies. We should have some update from the BCCI in the next couple of hours detailing the rubrics of the entire squad.

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The selectors have convened at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai and the squad will be named soon. Ajit Agarkar is present.

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India will be hoping to showcase their might against West Indies at home. With the ODI World Cup next year, it will be crucial for the veteran duo Rohit Sharm and Virat Kohli.

India Squad Announcement LIVE: Pressure On Siraj?

Mohammed Siraj is set to lead India's pace attack in Jasprit Bumrah's absence. Siraj was previously rested during the T20I tours of Ireland and England to manage his workload over a demanding international calendar. Having completed his recovery period, he is well-rested and prepared for 50-over duties.

India Squad Announcement LIVE: Can Varun Chakravarthy Battle Fitness Worries & Make a Comeback?

Varun Chakravarthy has suffered another fitness setback, with the spinner ruled out of the final two matches of India's T20I series against Afghanistan. Chakravarthy featured in the opening game but experienced discomfort in his left lateral abdominal region while bowling, forcing him to withdraw from the remainder of the series.

His latest injury could also create a selection headache if he is unable to recover in time for the Asian Games. In that scenario, Kuldeep Yadav could come into consideration, but his absence would further reduce India's established wrist-spin options. The selectors may then have to look towards younger alternatives such as Vipraj Nigam or Zeeshan Ansari. Both could find themselves under consideration if India decide to retain a wrist-spinner in the squad, making Chakravarthy's recovery an important factor in shaping the team's bowling combination.

India Squad Announcement LIVE: Dark Clouds Over Agarkar's Reign

According to reports, Ajit Agarkar's stint as the chairman of the BCCI selection committee is set to conclude later this month, unless the former India all-rounder receives an extension. With no clarity yet on whether his tenure will be renewed, the upcoming squad selection could potentially be the final one conducted under Agarkar's leadership.

Agarkar assumed the role in July 2023 and has overseen a period marked by several significant selection decisions. While some of his calls attracted considerable debate and did not always produce the expected results, a number of them ultimately paid off on the international stage. India's success during his tenure has been particularly notable, with the team securing three ICC titles - the 2024 T20 World Cup, the 2025 Champions Trophy and another T20 World Cup triumph. Those achievements leave Agarkar with a substantial record of success as he approaches the end of his current term.

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Spin Unit: Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav have endured difficult campaigns in ODI cricket in 2026, with both struggling to make a significant impact during India's limited 50-over assignments. Jadeja has featured in three matches, scoring 43 runs at an average of 14.33 and a strike rate of 66.15. More concerningly, the all-rounder has remained wicketless in 23 overs, conceding runs at an economy rate of 6.13. His scores of 4, 27 and 12 have also highlighted his struggles to provide acceleration from the lower order. Following the New Zealand series, Jadeja was left out of subsequent squads, although injuries to other left-arm options could bring him back into contention.

Kuldeep, meanwhile, has played four ODIs in 2026 and taken three wickets, but at a costly bowling average of 74.67 and an economy rate of 6.40. The figures represent a difficult phase for a spinner usually relied upon to control the middle overs and provide breakthroughs. However, his struggles in ODIs have contrasted with his performances in first-class cricket. During county stints with Yorkshire, Kuldeep showcased his quality by claiming 10 wickets in a match against Essex. With upcoming assignments ahead, both players will be looking to regain consistency and strengthen their cases for selection.

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Wicketkeeper Choices:The selectors will be in a dilemma to pick between Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel as the first-choice wicketkeeper for the West Indies tour. Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson will be out in Japan for the upcoming Asian Games. Jurel is a young rising star, but Pant is not far away from redemption. Yes, he has not been part of the ODI set-up for two years, but an opportunity could come knocking.

Jurel recently scored a century and a fifty in the Test series in Sri Lanka, and his competition with Pant, who has already established himself as something of a legend in Test cricket, will be fierce.

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Veterans Mohammed Shami and Yuzvendra Chahal are unlikely to return to India's ODI squad for the West Indies series unless circumstances change significantly. Shami has been outside the recent ODI plans, while Chahal has also remained out of favour in the national setup.

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India's wrist-spin options could face a major reshuffle depending on the Asian Games squad and Varun Chakravarthy's fitness. If Kuldeep Yadav is required as a replacement for Chakravarthy in India's Asian Games squad, he could become unavailable for the West Indies ODIs. That would leave the selectors needing to explore alternative wrist-spin options. Vipraj Nigam and Zeeshan Ansari could come into consideration if the selectors want to retain a wrist-spinner in the ODI squad, although the final combination will depend on player availability.

India Squad Announcement Live Updates: Ravindra Jadeja back in ODI team?

Ravindra Jadeja could be in line for an ODI recall after missing India's recent 50-over series in England.

The left-arm spin all-rounder's chances could improve because Harsh Dubey suffered an injury during Central Zone's Duleep Trophy semi-final against East Zone. Dubey and Axar Patel were being considered among the left-arm spin options for the ODI setup.

With Axar at the Asian Games and Dubey injured, selectors may turn back to Jadeja for the West Indies series in the 50-over format.

India Squad Announcement Live: Will SKY be Picked?

Suryakumar Yadav is unlikely to be picked for the West Indies T20Is. He was dropped from India's T20I setup in June, with Shreyas Iyer replacing him as captain.

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar cited concerns over SKY's form and the team's plans for the next T20 World Cup cycle. The latest Afghanistan T20I squad also did not include him, suggesting the selectors have moved towards a younger core.

He led India to the T20 World Cup win earlier this year, but his return to the Indian side seems unlikely.

India Squad Announcement Live: What will be the Pace Unit?

Mohammed Siraj is expected to return to India's ODI setup for the West Indies series after being rested from the recent ODI assignment in England. Siraj could form part of a pace group that also includes Gurnoor Brar, Prasidh Krishna and Prince Yadav, all of whom featured in India's previous ODI series.

The West Indies series could therefore provide another opportunity for India's pace depth to be tested.

India Squad Announcement Live: What will be the Pace Unit?

Mohammed Siraj is expected to return to India's ODI setup for the West Indies series after being rested from the recent ODI assignment in England. Siraj could form part of a pace group that also includes Gurnoor Brar, Prasidh Krishna and Prince Yadav, all of whom featured in India's previous ODI series.

The West Indies series could therefore provide another opportunity for India's pace depth to be tested.

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Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are set for selection in the ODIs, and it is likely that Gill will bat at No. 3 to accommodate Rohit Sharma at the top of the order. Also, if Gill opens, Jaiswal may have to sit out.

BCCI is set to pick Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, who are likely to spearhead the pace attack.

India Squad vs West Indies Live Updates: Gurnoor Brar set for Selection

Punjab pacer Gurnoor Brar has already represented India across formats, and he is set to be picked for the upcoming West Indies series. Brar may well be selected for both ODIs and T20Is.

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With the India team playing in the Asian Games as well, the T20I squad announcement becomes interesting. The T20 series against West Indies starts on October 6, and in Asian Games, if India reach the final, it will be played on October 3.

Hence, it is likely that BCCI will pick a different squad for the T20I series. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Rajat Patidar are likely to feature in it. Hardik Pandya, if fit, may be in contention as well.

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Rajat Patidar is also in contention for India's ODI squad for the West Indies series and could serve as the reserve middle-order batter. With Shreyas Iyer unavailable for selection because of his Asian Games involvement, the selectors are expected to consider additional batting cover. Patidar has experience in domestic one-day cricket and has previously featured for India in limited-overs cricket.

His selection could also give the team another middle-order option behind the expected combination of Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad.

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Ruturaj Gaikwad could be handed the No. 4 position in India's ODI batting order against the West Indies. With Shreyas Iyer expected to be unavailable because of Asian Games commitments, Gaikwad is among the leading candidates to fill the vacancy.

The likely top order could feature captain Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli before Gaikwad comes in at No. 4. Gaikwad is also expected to lead India A against Australia A after the West Indies ODIs, giving him another opportunity to build momentum in 50-over cricket.

India Squad Announcement Live: Will Rohit Sharma be Picked?

There is doubt over Rohit Sharma's selection for the ODI series, but he is likely to be picked. Although the England series started difficultly for him, Rohit came back with a stellar century in the final ODI of the series. And with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia repeatedly iterating his place is under no threat, Rohit looks safe for now.

But this series will be crucial for him. Anything less than extraordinary will open the door to doubts, which may linger back in.