India will face West Indies in the third T20I of the five-match series at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on Sunday, October 11. With the series level at 1-1, both teams will be looking to take the lead in the contest.
West Indies head into the match with confidence after producing a remarkable run chase in the second T20I. India posted 249/5, but the visitors chased down the target with six wickets in hand, thanks to an unbeaten century from captain Shai Hope and an explosive innings from Sherfane Rutherford.
India will aim to respond with a stronger bowling performance, while West Indies will look to continue their aggressive approach in the middle order.
India vs West Indies 3rd T20I: Match Details
Match Information | Details |
|---|---|
Match | India vs West Indies, 3rd T20I |
Series | West Indies tour of India 2026 |
Date | Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
Venue | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore |
Match Time | 7:00 PM IST |
Toss Time | 6:30 PM IST |
Series Score | 1-1 |
Where to Watch IND vs WI 3rd T20I Live in India?
Cricket fans in India can watch the third T20I live on the Star Sports Network. Television coverage may vary by channel and regional-language availability.
Online viewers can stream the match through the JioHotstar app and website, subject to subscription requirements and platform availability.
Fans who cannot watch the live broadcast can follow the match through the official BCCI website, live scorecards and ball-by-ball commentary on established cricket platforms.
What Happened in the Previous Match?
West Indies levelled the series with a six-wicket victory in the second T20I in Ranchi. India scored 249/5 after an impressive batting performance led by Sanju Samson, who made 82 off 41 balls.
Hope then produced an unbeaten 102 off 45 deliveries, while Rutherford scored 84 off 37 balls. Their aggressive partnership put West Indies in control of the chase and exposed India's difficulties in containing batters during the middle and death overs.
India will now look for better execution from their bowlers, particularly when defending a big total.
India’s Recent Five Match Results
India's recent five completed matches on the current tour include two T20Is and three ODIs.
Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
October 9 | 2nd T20I vs West Indies | Lost by 6 wickets |
October 6 | 1st T20I vs West Indies | Won by 8 wickets |
October 3 | 3rd ODI vs West Indies | Lost by 5 wickets |
September 30 | 2nd ODI vs West Indies | Won by 8 wickets |
September 27 | 1st ODI vs West Indies | Won by 8 wickets |
Record: 3 wins, 2 losses.
West Indies’ Recent Five Match Results
Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
October 9 | 2nd T20I vs India | Won by 6 wickets |
October 6 | 1st T20I vs India | Lost by 8 wickets |
October 3 | 3rd ODI vs India | Won by 5 wickets |
September 30 | 2nd ODI vs India | Lost by 8 wickets |
September 27 | 1st ODI vs India | Lost by 8 wickets |
Record: 2 wins, 3 losses.
What to Expect in the Third T20I?
Holkar Cricket Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions and relatively short boundaries. Another high-scoring match is possible, although the teams will need to assess the pitch and conditions before play.
India will look to strengthen their bowling plans and prevent West Indies from building another match-winning partnership. The visitors, meanwhile, will hope Hope and Rutherford can maintain their form while receiving support from the rest of the batting line-up.
With the series tied at 1-1, the third T20I presents an important opportunity for both sides to move ahead in the five-match contest.
