India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 – Date, Time, Venue, Squads & Live Updates

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 is scheduled to be played on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh. The match will be the third and final ODI of the three-match series during the West Indies Tour of India 2026.

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The third ODI is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST. With the ODI series reaching its final match, the New Chandigarh contest could become a decisive game depending on the results of the first two ODIs.

India and West Indies are scheduled to play three ODIs and five T20Is during the 2026 tour. The ODI series will begin in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, move to Guwahati on September 30 and conclude in New Chandigarh on October 3.

This page will be updated with the latest team news, squads, playing XI, toss, live updates, match result, scorecard and highlights.

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India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 – Match Details

Information	Details
Match	India vs West Indies, 3rd ODI
Series	West Indies Tour of India 2026
Date	Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time	2:00 PM IST
Format	ODI – 50 Overs
Venue	PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh
Teams	India vs West Indies
Match Status	Upcoming

The BCCI’s official international home-season schedule lists the third ODI for October 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM in New Chandigarh.

When is India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026?

The third ODI between India and West Indies will be played on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

The match is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST. It will be the final match of the three-game ODI series and could decide the series winner if the teams are level after the first two matches.

Where will India vs West Indies 3rd ODI be played?

The third ODI will be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium, Ground A, New Chandigarh.

The venue is part of the new cricket infrastructure in New Chandigarh and will host India and West Indies in the final ODI of their 2026 series. The official West Indies Cricket fixture listing identifies the ground as PCA International Cricket Stadium, Ground A, New Chandigarh.

India vs West Indies ODI Series 2026 Schedule

The three-match ODI series will be played across three Indian cities. The opening ODI is scheduled for Thiruvananthapuram, followed by Guwahati and New Chandigarh.

Match	Date	Time	Venue
1st ODI	September 27, 2026	2:00 PM IST	Greenfield Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2nd ODI	September 30, 2026	2:00 PM IST	Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
3rd ODI	October 3, 2026	2:00 PM IST	PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Series Context

The third ODI could be one of the most important matches of the West Indies Tour of India 2026. As the final match of the three-game series, its importance will depend on the results of the first two ODIs.

If the series is level heading into the final match, the New Chandigarh ODI will effectively become a series decider. If one team has already taken an unassailable lead, the final ODI will provide the other side with an opportunity to finish the series strongly.

Both teams will therefore have plenty to play for when they take the field on October 3.

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India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Squads

The official squads for the ODI series will be added to this section once they are confirmed.

India Squad

India squad: To be updated after the official squad announcement.

West Indies Squad

West Indies squad: To be updated after the official squad announcement.

Squad information should be updated only from official team announcements to ensure that the latest player availability is accurately reflected.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Probable Playing XI

The confirmed playing XIs will be announced at the toss on match day. The probable XI section will be updated once team selections and player availability are known.

India Probable Playing XI

• To be updated

West Indies Probable Playing XI

• To be updated

Note: The playing XIs listed here should not be treated as confirmed until the official team sheets are announced at the toss.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Toss

The toss will take place shortly before the scheduled start of the match. The captains will announce their playing XIs and decide whether to bat or bowl first.

Toss	To be updated
India Playing XI	To be updated
West Indies Playing XI	To be updated

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Live Score

Fans can use this page to follow the latest India vs West Indies 3rd ODI live score, wickets, partnerships, innings updates and major moments from New Chandigarh.

The live match section will be updated during the game with important developments from both innings.

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Bookmark this page for the latest match updates during the final ODI of the series.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Pitch Report

The detailed pitch report for the PCA International Cricket Stadium will be added closer to match day after the latest information about the playing surface becomes available.

The condition of the pitch, weather and any dew factor could influence the captains’ decisions at the toss. The final pitch assessment will be added before the match begins.

Pitch Report: To be updated on match day.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Weather Report

The latest weather forecast for New Chandigarh will be added closer to the match. Weather conditions can influence batting, bowling and the possibility of interruptions during an outdoor ODI.

Weather: To be updated closer to match day.

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India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Key Players to Watch

The final ODI of the series could provide an opportunity for key players from both teams to make a decisive impact.

India will look to its experienced batters and bowlers to deliver in the final match, while West Indies will aim to use its attacking players to put pressure on the hosts.

This section will be updated with confirmed key players, recent performances and relevant statistics closer to the match.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – What to Expect

The final ODI is expected to be a competitive 50-over contest. Both teams will need to manage their batting resources carefully while ensuring that their bowling attack remains effective throughout the innings.

The New Chandigarh venue will provide a different setting from the first two matches in Thiruvananthapuram and Guwahati. Adapting quickly to the local conditions will be an important part of the match strategy.

If the ODI series goes into the final game at 1-1, the third ODI will have the added significance of being a series decider.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Match Result

Result: To be updated after the match.

India Score: To be updated.

West Indies Score: To be updated.

Winner: To be updated.

Player of the Match: To be updated.

ODI Series Result: To be updated.

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Highlights

The major highlights from the third ODI will be added after the match, including the best batting performances, bowling figures, important wickets, partnerships and turning points.

This section can also be updated with the most important moments from the final ODI and the overall series.

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India vs West Indies 3rd ODI – Full Scorecard

The full scorecard will be added after the match, including batting scores, bowling figures, extras, fall of wickets and innings totals.

Team	Score	Overs
India	To be updated	To be updated
West Indies	To be updated	To be updated

India vs West Indies 2026 – T20I Schedule

After the ODI series concludes in New Chandigarh, India and West Indies will play a five-match T20I series as part of the same tour. The T20I series will begin on October 6 in Lucknow.

Match	Date	Venue
1st T20I	October 6, 2026	Lucknow
2nd T20I	October 9, 2026	Ranchi
3rd T20I	October 11, 2026	Indore
4th T20I	October 14, 2026	Hyderabad
5th T20I	October 17, 2026	Bengaluru

The complete tour features three ODIs followed by five T20Is.

Frequently Asked Questions – India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026

When will India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 be played?

India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 will be played on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

What time will India vs West Indies 3rd ODI start?

The third ODI is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST.

Where will India vs West Indies 3rd ODI be played?

The match will be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium, Ground A, New Chandigarh.

Is India vs West Indies 3rd ODI the final ODI of the series?

Yes. The October 3 match in New Chandigarh is scheduled to be the third and final ODI of the three-match series.

Could the India vs West Indies 3rd ODI be a series decider?

Yes. If the first two ODIs produce a 1-1 series score, the third ODI will decide the winner of the ODI series.

How many ODIs will India and West Indies play in 2026?

India and West Indies are scheduled to play three ODIs during the West Indies Tour of India 2026.

When is the India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026?

The third ODI is scheduled for October 3, 2026, in New Chandigarh.

Will this page be updated after the match?

Yes. This page will be updated with the toss, confirmed playing XI, live match updates, result, scorecard, player performances and highlights after the game.

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India vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2026 – Quick Summary

Details	Information
Match	India vs West Indies 3rd ODI
Date	October 3, 2026
Day	Saturday
Time	2:00 PM IST
Format	ODI – 50 Overs
Venue	PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh
Series	West Indies Tour of India 2026
ODIs in Series	3
Status	Upcoming

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