India and West Indies meet in the fourth T20I with the series finely balanced at 2-1 in India’s favour. West Indies must win to stay alive, while India can seal the five-match series with a fourth victory in Hyderabad.
Hyderabad should offer another batting-friendly surface. The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has produced some enormous T20 totals in recent years, and ESPN notes that the pitch has been relaid, with big scores of 310, 297, 286 and 277 recorded there over the last two years.
Expect the ball to come nicely onto the bat, with short boundaries helping aggressive batters. Dew could become a factor in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier and placing extra pressure on bowlers defending a target. The weather forecast is clear, with no rain expected to interrupt the match.
This is effectively a knockout game for West Indies. India lead 2-1 after winning the first and third T20Is, while West Indies’ brilliant chase in Ranchi kept the series competitive. A win in Hyderabad would level the series 2-2 and take it to a decider in Bengaluru; defeat would hand India the series with a game to spare.
India will also want to sharpen their bowling execution. They have posted big totals, but West Indies have repeatedly shown that their power-hitters can turn any chase into a serious contest.
India began the series with an eight-wicket win in Lucknow. West Indies hit back spectacularly in Ranchi, chasing down India’s 249/5 with 252/4 in only 18.3 overs, with Shai Hope leading the response and earning Player of the Match.
IND vs SL Match Details
Match: India vs West Indies, 4th T20I, West Indies tour of India, 2026/27 season. Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Time: 7:00 PM local time and 7:00 PM IST; toss at 6:30 PM IST. Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad. Broadcast: Star Sports Network and DD Sports in India; live streaming on JioHotstar.
IND vs WI Live Streaming Info
For the most reliable online option, Indian viewers should use JioHotstar, Pakistani viewers should check Tapmad, and fans in North America should use Willow TV.- India: Live on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.
- Pakistan: Available on Tapmad and selected local sports channels.
- USA and Canada: Live on Willow TV and the Willow app.
- UK and Ireland: Live on Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go and NOW.
- Caribbean: Live on ESPN and ESPN digital platforms.
- Australia: Live on Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports.
- South Africa and Africa: Live on SuperSport Cricket and the SuperSport app.
The IND vs WI 4th T20 match will be live on Star Sports.
Live Score Info:
India vs West Indies 4th T20 2026: ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.India regained the lead in Indore. Abhishek Sharma’s rapid 69 from 30 balls powered India to 223, and Arshdeep Singh took 3/44 as West Indies finished on 209/7, losing by 14 runs.
Key Talking Points
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Can West Indies survive? They need a complete performance with bat and ball after coming close in Indore.
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Abhishek Sharma’s powerplay impact: His 30-ball 69 in Indore showed how quickly he can take the game away.
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Shai Hope’s consistency: He was outstanding in Ranchi and remains West Indies’ most important batter.
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India’s bowling at the death: Arshdeep’s three wickets were crucial, but Hyderabad’s dew and flat conditions will test every bowler.
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Toss call: With dew likely, the captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
Head-to-Head
India hold a strong overall advantage in T20Is.
| Record | India | West Indies |
|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 34 | 34 |
| Wins | 22 | 11 |
| No result | 1 | 1 |
India have won 22 of 34 T20Is against West Indies, while West Indies have won 11 and one match ended without a result.
Last Five Meetings
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| 3rd T20I, Indore, October 11, 2026 | India won by 14 runs |
| 2nd T20I, Ranchi, October 9, 2026 | West Indies won by 6 wickets |
| 1st T20I, Lucknow, October 6, 2026 | India won by 8 wickets |
| Previous T20I meetings | India have generally held the upper hand |
| Overall trend | India lead the recent and overall rivalry |
India won the first and third matches of this series, while West Indies won the second. The third T20I was especially tight, with India defending 223 successfully.
India Team Analysis
India’s batting depth is their biggest strength. Abhishek Sharma gives them explosive starts, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan add aggression in the top order, while Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Naman Dhir provide flexibility through the middle overs.
Their bowling has match-winners too. Arshdeep Singh brings left-arm variety and death-over skills, while Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav offer pace. Axar Patel’s spin and lower-order hitting give India balance, although the team may consider whether Kuldeep Yadav should come in for extra wicket-taking threat.
Probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (C), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Arshdeep Singh.
West Indies Team Analysis
West Indies’ strength is unquestionably their batting firepower. Shai Hope provides stability at the top, while Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford can clear the boundary in clusters. Their Ranchi chase proved they can pursue even the biggest targets when the top order fires.
Their concern is bowling consistency. Gudakesh Motie gives them a quality left-arm spin option, and Shamar Joseph brings pace, but the attack needs better control in the powerplay and at the death. Romario Shepherd or Quentin Sampson may add all-round depth depending on the final combination.
Probable XI: Shai Hope (C, WK), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Shamar Springer, Keemo Paul, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie.
India start as favourites because of their stronger all-round balance, home conditions and current 2-1 lead. Abhishek Sharma’s form, Arshdeep Singh’s wicket-taking ability and India’s deeper batting unit give them the edge in Hyderabad.
However, West Indies cannot be ruled out on a flat pitch with dew around. If Hope, Pooran or Hetmyer gets going, they are capable of chasing anything. Still, India’s superior bowling depth and home advantage make them the safer pick.
India to win the 4th T20I and seal the series 3-1, provided their bowlers handle the death overs better than West Indies.