India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 – Date, Time, Venue, Squads & Live Updates
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 is scheduled to be played on Saturday, October 17, 2026, marking the final match of the five-match T20I series during the West Indies Tour of India 2026. The match will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, with the first ball scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The Bengaluru contest will bring the T20I leg of the West Indies Tour of India 2026 to a close. With this being the series finale, the match could be particularly important if the teams remain closely matched after the first four games.
Shreyas Iyer is India’s current T20I captain, while Shai Hope leads the West Indies in white-ball cricket. The toss, final playing XIs, live score, match result, highlights and full scorecard will be updated on this page when officially available.
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India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 – Match Details
| Match | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies, 5th T20I |
| Date | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Format | T20 International |
| Series | West Indies Tour of India 2026 |
| India Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| West Indies Captain | Shai Hope |
When is India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026?
The India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 will be played on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST.
As the final T20I of the series, the Bengaluru match will decide the overall series result if the teams are level after the first four games.
Where will India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 be played?
The fifth T20I will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium is one of India’s most prominent cricket venues and is known for its lively atmosphere and generally batting-friendly conditions. The actual pitch and weather conditions will be assessed closer to match day.
India vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 Schedule
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | October 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Lucknow |
| 2nd T20I | October 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Ranchi |
| 3rd T20I | October 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Indore |
| 4th T20I | October 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Hyderabad |
| 5th T20I | October 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Bengaluru |
Series Context
The five-match T20I series is the second part of the West Indies Tour of India 2026, following a three-match ODI series.
The T20I series travels through Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. The final match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium could determine the series winner and provide a fitting conclusion to the tour’s T20I leg.
India will have the advantage of playing the series on home soil, while West Indies will look to use their aggressive T20 approach to challenge the hosts.
India Squad for West Indies T20I Series 2026
The complete India squad for the West Indies T20I series will be updated here following the official squad announcement and any subsequent changes.
- Shreyas Iyer (Captain)
- India T20I squad – To be officially confirmed
Note: The final squad, replacements and player availability will be updated when officially announced.
West Indies Squad for T20I Series 2026
Shai Hope leads the West Indies white-ball team. The complete West Indies T20I squad will be added following the official announcement.
- Shai Hope (Captain)
- West Indies T20I squad – To be officially confirmed
India Probable Playing XI
India’s final playing XI will be announced at the toss. The confirmed lineup will be updated here on match day.
- To be updated after team announcement
West Indies Probable Playing XI
West Indies’ final playing XI will also be confirmed at the toss.
- To be updated after team announcement
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 Toss
The toss will take place shortly before the scheduled start of play at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Toss: To be updated
Decision: To be updated
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 Live Score
Follow this page for India vs West Indies 5th T20I live score, ball-by-ball updates, wickets, partnerships and major match moments.
Live Score: Match-day updates will be added here.
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru Pitch Report
The detailed pitch report will be updated closer to the match after the playing surface is inspected.
The Bengaluru venue has traditionally offered an exciting setting for T20 cricket. The pitch, boundary dimensions, dew and weather conditions could all influence the balance between bat and ball.
The toss could also become important, particularly if dew develops during the second innings.
Bengaluru Weather for India vs West Indies 5th T20I
The detailed weather forecast for October 17 will be updated closer to match day.
Rain, humidity, temperature, wind and evening conditions will be monitored because weather interruptions can have a significant impact on a T20 match.
Key Players to Watch
Shreyas Iyer – India
India captain Shreyas Iyer will be one of the key players to watch in the series finale. His batting and leadership decisions could be especially important in a potentially decisive match.
Shai Hope – West Indies
Shai Hope brings leadership and experience to the West Indies side. His ability to anchor the innings while maintaining a strong scoring rate could be important against India’s bowling attack.
India’s Batting Unit
India’s batting lineup will be expected to take advantage of Bengaluru’s traditionally high-scoring environment. A strong powerplay and an effective finish could set the platform for a competitive total.
West Indies’ Power Hitters
West Indies’ aggressive batting options could be crucial at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Their ability to attack India’s bowlers during the powerplay and death overs may determine the outcome.
What to Expect from India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026
The fifth T20I could be the biggest match of the series because it is the final opportunity for both teams to finish the tour with a series victory.
India will look to make the most of home conditions, while West Indies will aim to apply pressure through aggressive batting and variations with the ball.
The powerplay, middle-over wickets, death-over scoring and fielding could all prove decisive in the final contest.
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 Match Result
Result: To be updated after the match.
This section will include the winning team, victory margin, Player of the Match and final T20I series score.
India vs West Indies 5th T20I Highlights
Match highlights and major moments will be added after the game concludes.
- Top batting performances
- Best bowling figures
- Important wickets
- Major partnerships
- Turning points
- Player of the Match
- Series result
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 Full Scorecard
The complete scorecard will be updated after the match, including batting scores, bowling figures, extras, partnerships, fall of wickets and innings totals.
India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 Live Updates
- Pre-match: India and West Indies prepare for the series finale in Bengaluru.
- Toss: To be updated.
- 1st Innings: To be updated.
- Innings Break: To be updated.
- 2nd Innings: To be updated.
- Result: To be updated.
- Series Result: To be updated.
Complete West Indies Tour of India 2026 Schedule
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | September 27, 2026 | 2:00 PM | Thiruvananthapuram |
| 2nd ODI | September 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM | Guwahati |
| 3rd ODI | October 3, 2026 | 2:00 PM | New Chandigarh |
| 1st T20I | October 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Lucknow |
| 2nd T20I | October 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Ranchi |
| 3rd T20I | October 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Indore |
| 4th T20I | October 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Hyderabad |
| 5th T20I | October 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Bengaluru |
FAQs – India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026
When is India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026?
The fifth T20I will be played on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
What time will India vs West Indies 5th T20I 2026 start?
The match is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST.
Where will the 5th T20I be played?
The match will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Who is India’s T20I captain in 2026?
Shreyas Iyer is India’s T20I captain.
Who is West Indies’ white-ball captain?
Shai Hope is the West Indies white-ball captain.
How many T20Is are India and West Indies playing in 2026?
India and West Indies are scheduled to play a five-match T20I series in India in October 2026.
Is the Bengaluru match the final T20I of the series?
Yes. The 5th T20I in Bengaluru on October 17, 2026 is scheduled to be the final T20I of the West Indies Tour of India 2026.
Quick Summary
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies 5th T20I |
| Date | October 17, 2026 |
| Day | Saturday |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Format | T20 International |
| India Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| West Indies Captain | Shai Hope |
| Series | West Indies Tour of India 2026 |
| Match Status | Scheduled |
Official schedule check: BCCI lists the 5th T20I for 17 October 2026 at 7:00 PM in Bengaluru, while Cricket West Indies confirms M Chinnaswamy Stadium as the venue.
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