West Indies in action (Source: AFP Photos)
West Indies and India will play a three-match ODI series, beginning on Sunday (September 27) at Greenfield International Stadium. The Caribbean contingent will play under Shai Hope, while many big names, including Jason Holder, won’t be there to help them produce an upset.
With so many new names ready to make their mark when the whole world will be watching the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, let’s take a look at how West Indies can form their playing XI against India.
Openers & No. 3: John Campbell, Justin Greaves and Keacy Carty
With Ackeem Auguste ruled out of India vs West Indies ODIs, West Indies will have a new opening combination this time around. John Campbell, who missed out on in action in their last two ODIs against New Zealand of late due to a hamstring injury, will be back in the mix.
Justin Greaves, who came to West Indies playing XI vs New Zealand in the absence of Campbell, will join him. Even though they have recalled Jewel Andrew, he is likely to be sidelined in the ODI series opener.
Middle-Order, All-Rounders & Wicket-Keeper: Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C & WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase And Amir Jangoo
Keacy Carty, the highest run-scorer in the WI vs NZ ODIs in July, will keep his preferred No. 3 role. He will be followed by captain Shai Hope, who will keep wickets as well.
| Criterion | Data |
| Innings | 25 |
| Runs | 988 |
| Average | 47.04 |
[Shai Hope's ODI Record Vs India, As Of September 26, 2026]
Aggressive middle-order batter Sherfane Rutherford will keep his place at No. 5, while Roston Chase, who last played an ODI match against Sri Lanka in June, might be back in the mix keeping spin-friendly conditions in mind.
Also Read: West Indies ODI Record In India: Wins, Losses, Highest Total, Lowest Total Before 2026 Series
If Chase plays, Matthew Forde might have to be sidelined. Amir Jangoo, who averaged 37.5 against New Zealand ODIs after three outings, is expected to keep his place at No. 7.
Bowlers: Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales And Shamar Joseph/Vitel Lawes
The trio of Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales and Shamar Joseph form a very potent fast-bowling attack for West Indies. They are all set to be prefered ahead of Keemo Paul.
However, Lewis had eight wickets in five matches against New Zealand. Thus, it won’t be a surprise if he makes the cut.
Vitel Lawes is there as well, but if Chase plays, they do not need an additional spin-bowling option, with Gudakesh Motie already being there as the most influential wicket-taking option.
However, Lewis had eight wickets in five matches against New Zealand. Thus, it won’t be a surprise if he makes the cut.
West Indies' Probable Playing XI For 1st ODI Vs India
John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C & WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph/Vitel Lawes
Also Read: Australia Women Set For Sri Lanka ODI Tour After 10 Years
