India take on West Indies in the third and final ODI of the series at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. With the hosts already leading 2-0, this match is about pride for the visitors and a chance for India to complete a clean sweep while testing bench strength ahead of future tournaments.
This is the first men’s ODI at the Mullanpur stadium, adding a fresh chapter to India’s venue portfolio. The ground is known for its red-soil surface, which generally offers true bounce and good carry, rewarding batters who get set.
The pitch is expected to be batting-friendly but not as flat as the recent Guwahati track. Early on, seamers might find a bit of movement, especially with the new ball, while spinners should come into play as the innings progresses and the ball grips. Evening dew is likely, which can make bowling in the second innings tougher and tilt the advantage toward the chasing side.
Weather conditions look ideal for cricket: a bright, sunny afternoon with no rain forecast. That means a full 50-over contest is highly probable, with dew the only real variable in the second session.
Although the series is decided, the third ODI carries significance for selection and momentum. India will want to finish strongly and give opportunities to players on the fringe, especially with an eye on upcoming global events. For West Indies, it’s a chance to salvage pride, correct bowling discipline issues seen in the first two games, and build confidence before the T20I leg.
IND vs WI Match Details & Venue
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Match/League/Season: India vs West Indies, 3rd ODI – West Indies tour of India 2026
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Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
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Time: 2:00 PM IST (local start; day/night fixture)
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Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh
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 SL vs ENG 3rd ODI match will be live on Star Sports.
Live Score Info:
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026: ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.Current Form & Momentum
India have been dominant at home, winning both earlier ODIs comfortably. Their top order has fired, and the middle order has shown depth, while the bowling attack—led by Kuldeep Yadav and supported by Jadeja—has controlled the middle overs well.
West Indies showed flashes of brilliance with the bat (notably multiple centuries in Guwahati) but have struggled with consistency in the field and with the ball in death overs. Their bowlers have leaked runs in crucial phases, and they’ll need tighter execution to stay competitive.
Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
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Total ODIs: 144
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India wins: 74
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West Indies wins: 64
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Tied: 2
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No result: 4
Last five ODI meetings (most recent first):
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30 Sep 2026: India beat West Indies by 8 wickets (Guwahati)
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27 Sep 2026: India beat West Indies by 8 wickets (Thiruvananthapuram)
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01 Aug 2023: India beat West Indies by 200 runs (Tarouba)
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29 Jul 2023: West Indies beat India by 6 wickets (Barbados)
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27 Jul 2023: India beat West Indies by 5 wickets (Barbados)
India clearly hold the edge in recent years, especially in subcontinental conditions.
Team Analysis
India
Strengths:
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Top-order stability with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli
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Strong middle-order depth (Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul, Naman Dhir)
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Quality spin in Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja, plus variety from all-rounders
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Home advantage and familiarity with dew-affected chases
Weaknesses/Concerns:
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Pace attack missing Prasidh Krishna (hamstring injury); Anshul Kamboj called up and could debut
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Occasional over-reliance on top order if early wickets fall
Key Players:
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Shubman Gill (c): Leading from the front; crucial for tempo at the top
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Virat Kohli: Class and chase mastery; big-match temperament
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Kuldeep Yadav: Wicket-taker in middle overs; controls run rate
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Ravindra Jadeja: Dual role with bat and ball; excellent in Indian conditions
West Indies
Strengths:
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Explosive top/middle order: John Campbell, Shai Hope, Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford
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Experience in Roston Chase and Keemo Paul in all-round roles
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Pace battery with Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales capable of early breakthroughs
Weaknesses/Concerns:
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Bowling discipline in death overs; tendency to leak boundaries
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Inconsistent middle-order conversions under pressure
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Adapting to dew and second-innings bowling challenges
Key Players:
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Shai Hope (c & wk): Anchor and leader; sets tone with long innings
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Amir Jangoo: In rich form; can accelerate after start
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Alzarri Joseph: Strike bowler; needs early wickets to put India under pressure
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Roston Chase: Control in middle overs; useful lower-order runs
Probable Playing XIs
Probable XI: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Ravindra Jadeja, Anshul Kamboj/Auqib Nabi, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar
Probable XI: John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Keemo Paul/Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph/Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Vitel Lawes
Given India’s superior recent form, home conditions, and stronger spin options, they are clear favourites to complete a 3-0 series win. If India bat first, a par score would be around 290–310; if they chase, their top order is well-suited to handle dew-assisted conditions. West Indies can make it competitive if their openers fire and their pacers strike early, but on balance, India’s depth and experience should see them over the line.