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India vs West Indies 1st Test Odds 2025: Match Prediction & Info

October 1, 2025

India and West Indies test matches start on October 2nd at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. 

This is the opening match of a two-game Test series of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027

India aims to return to winning ways after a recent string of tough times, while the West Indies seeks to stun everyone with a big win in India.

In this article, I’ll walk you through everything from the schedule, updates, to live streaming options for this match.

India vs West Indies Match Details

Here’s everything you need to know about when and where this Test match happens.

DetailInfo
Date & Time2 Oct – 6 Oct (9:30 AM IST)
VenueNarendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
FormatTest Match (Part of 2-match series)
Weather28–32°C, partly cloudy

The weather in Ahmedabad is suitable for cricket. The pitch will be okay for batting at first, but it will help spinners more as the match goes on.

India vs West Indies Team News and Playing Predictions

India faces a big problem behind the stumps. Rishabh Pant won’t be able to play because of the toe fracture. So Dhruv Jurel will keep wickets instead. 

Indian Team
Source: TOI

Young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy may get a chance in the middle order if the team management wants to achieve more balance.

West Indies got hit hard by injuries to their pace attack. Both Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph are out of the series. 

Source: West Indies Cricket

Johann Layne and Jediah Blades come in as replacements, but this significantly weakens their fast bowling. The team will now depend heavily on spinner Jomel Warrican and experienced pacer Jayden Seales.

TeamPlayers (Probable XI)
IndiaYashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
West IndiesTagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Shai Hope (WK), Alick Athanaze, Kevlon Anderson, Roston Chase (C), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Johann Layne, Jayden Seales, Anderson Phillip

Yashasvi Jaiswal opens the batting for India and plays aggressive cricket, which could set things up early. 

For the West Indies, Jayden Seales has to lead their pace attack and take early wickets.

Devdutt Padikkal might surprise you. If he plays, his left-handed batting could pose a threat to West Indies bowlers.

India vs West Indies Head-to-Head Record

India and the West Indies have played cricket against each other for many years and given us some really good Test matches. West Indies was stronger before, but India has turned things around completely now.

FormatMatchesIndia WinsWI WinsDraw/Tie
ODI6040182
T20I2515100
Test301893

India dominates in all formats now, especially when playing at home.

The numbers tell you everything. India has won its last nine Test series against the West Indies. That’s a really long winning streak. 

India vs West Indies
Source: NDTV Sports

It shows how much Indian cricket has improved, especially when they play at home.

The West Indies once ruled Test cricket, but those days now feel distant. When you play in India, the home team’s spin bowling becomes almost impossible to handle. 

This match continues that trend, and West Indies will need something special to break India’s winning habit.

Pitch Report & Weather Forecast

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch in Ahmedabad follows a familiar pattern. During the first two days, batsmen will enjoy their time in the middle. 

The ball comes onto the bat nicely, and you can play your shots with confidence. Fast bowlers get some pace and bounce, but nothing too dangerous.

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch
Source: Narendra Modi Stadium

However, things change dramatically from day three onwards. The pitch starts breaking up and becomes rough. This is when India’s three spinners will become deadly weapons. 

Narendra Modi Stadium Weather Forecast
Source: ESPNcricinfo

The surface will offer sharp turns and uneven bounce, making batting extremely difficult. Both Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav will get massive help from the crumbling pitch.

The toss becomes hugely important here. Whichever captain wins it will definitely choose to bat first. Building a big first-innings total is the smart strategy. 

By the time your bowlers get to the opposition batting, the pitch will be falling apart. I expect the team batting first to have a massive advantage, possibly winning the match within four days.

India vs West Indies: Key Players to Watch

Some players will decide which way this match goes. Let me tell you who can make the biggest difference.

For India, Yashasvi Jaiswal is coming in with good form from playing overseas recently. He scores runs quickly and puts bowlers under pressure. If he starts well, the West Indies will struggle to stop him.

Yashasvi Jaiswal
Source: Britannica

Ravindra Jadeja is India’s vice-captain and their best player when it comes to turning pitches. 

Ravindra jadeja
Source: Newsbytes

He bowls really accurately and doesn’t let batsmen score easy runs. Also, his batting later in the order often saves India when they’re in trouble.

West Indies captain Roston Chase needs to lead by example. He’s an all-rounder, so he needs to bat well and bowl good overs with his off-spin. The younger members of the team will follow his lead.

Roston Chase
Source: ESPNcricinfo

Jayden Seales carries the entire pace bowling responsibility for the West Indies. With both Josephs injured, he becomes their main strike bowler. His pace and accuracy will be tested throughout the match.

Jayden Seales
Source: ICC Cricket

Keep your eye on Alick Athanaze, the young West Indies batsman. He plays aggressive cricket and could surprise India’s bowlers if he settles in. 

Handling spin will be his biggest challenge, but he has the talent to succeed.

India vs West Indies: 1st Test Match & Player Odds

Here are the odds for the outright winner & players from both teams – 

DetailsStake BETVIBE1XBet
Outright WinnerIND – 1.12
WI – 13.00
IND – 1.10
WI – 13.10
IND – 1.13
WI – 12.95
Draw Chances8.508.008.20
KL RahulOver 34.5 – 1.85
Under 34.5 – 1.85
Over 35.5 – 1.85
Under 35.5 – 1.85
Over 34.5 – 1.85
Under 34.5 – 1.85
JaiswalOver 36.5 – 1.85
Under 36.5 – 1.85
Over 36.5 – 1.85
Under 36.5 – 1.85
Over 36.5 – 1.85
Under 36.5 – 1.85
Shubman GillOver 39.5 – 1.85
Under 39.5 – 1.85
Over 39.5 – 1.85
Under 39.5 – 1.85
Over 39.5 – 1.85
Under 39.5 – 1.85
Brandon KingOver 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Kevlon AndersonOver 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Alick AthanazeOver 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85
Over 17.5 – 1.85
Under 17.5 -1.85

How to Watch India vs West Indies Live?

If you’re in India, watching this Test match is very easy. The Star Sports Network has exclusive broadcasting rights for the entire series. 

Star Sports network
Source: Star Sports

You can find it on various Star Sports channels, with commentary available in multiple languages. You can watch in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, or any other language you prefer.

To watch online, simply go to the Jio Hotstar app or website. They have the official rights for online streaming, and you can watch every ball live on your phone, tablet, or laptop. 

the JioHotstar
Source: JioHotstar

Just make sure your internet connection is good, so it doesn’t stop in between.

If you’re in the US or Canada, Willow TV will stream it live. People in other countries should check their local sports channels or cricket apps for updates. 

I’d suggest checking your streaming before the 9:30 AM IST start time to avoid missing anything.

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Conclusion: India Can Win At Home Ground In Ahmedabad

The first Test in Ahmedabad should be an easy win for India. Without Rishabh Pant, younger guys like Dhruv Jurel and Devdutt Padikkal get their chance to show what they can do. 

West Indies is coming in weak because of those fast bowler injuries, so they’ll need captain Roston Chase and wicketkeeper Shai Hope to do a lot. 

India’s three spinners, Jadeja, Kuldeep, and Sundar, will use that breaking pitch really well. 

I think India will continue to win against the West Indies, just as they’ve been doing for almost twenty years now.

FAQ

When & where is the match?

The first Test is from October 2 to 6, 2025, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. It starts at 9:30 AM IST every day.

Expected playing XI for both teams?

West Indies: Chanderpaul, Campbell, Hope (WK), Athanaze, Anderson, Chase (C), Greaves, Warrican, Layne, Seales, Phillip.

Key players to watch?

Watch Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravindra Jadeja from India. From the West Indies, captain Roston Chase and fast bowler Jayden Seales are important.

How to watch live in India?

You can watch on Star Sports Network channels or stream it live on the JioHotstar app and website.

Which team leads in head-to-head?

India has won 18 out of 30 Tests against West Indies and has won the last nine Test series in a row between these teams.

Siddharth Joshi is the voice behind GenZcricket, a cricket lover turned storyteller. Born in 2001, his dream of becoming a cricketer was cut short by an early injury—but his love for the game never faded. Instead, he found a new way to stay connected by analyzing matches, players, and stadiums through his platform. With GenZcricket, Siddharth aims to help the younger generation dive deeper into the game with insights, stats, and stories. His goal is to make cricket exciting, relatable, and accessible for fans of all ages—especially Gen Z.

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