India face West Indies in the fifth T20I of the West Indies Tour Of India, 2026. The series is level at 2-2 after West Indies won the fourth match in Hyderabad by 24 runs. This IND vs WI Dream11 Prediction is a pre-toss draft for Saturday, 17 October 2026, at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. India and West Indies have announced squads, but the final playing XIs are not confirmed. Check the toss, team sheet and app rules before making any selection.
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Match Details
| Detail | Verified Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 5th T20I |
| Teams | India vs West Indies |
| Competition | West Indies Tour Of India, 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, 17 October 2026 |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM local |
| Status | Future fixture; toss and final XI unconfirmed |
The match-specific BCCI and Cricbuzz listings give Bengaluru on 17 October. A broader Cricket West Indies tour window ends on 18 October, so the match-specific date is used here.
Team Form
Only completed matches through 14 October are included. The fourth T20I result is included because it finished before the research cutoff.
India Completed T20I Form
| Date | Opponent | Team Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Oct 2026 | West Indies | 172/2 (14.4 ov) | 171 all out (19.1 ov) | ✓ WIN, by 8 wickets |
| 9 Oct 2026 | West Indies | 249/5 (20 ov) | 252/4 (18.3 ov) | ✕ LOSS, by 6 wickets |
| 11 Oct 2026 | West Indies | 223 all out (20 ov) | 209/7 (20 ov) | ✓ WIN, by 14 runs |
| 14 Oct 2026 | West Indies | 223 all out (19.3 ov) | 247/3 (20 ov) | ✕ LOSS, by 24 runs |
India have scored 223 or more in each of the last three matches, but the fourth-match chase ended at 223. Abhishek Sharma made 69 from 30 in the third T20I. Sanju Samson made 82 from 41 in the second and 56 from 23 in the fourth. Shreyas Iyer’s 102 not out in the opener remains the series’ major India batting peak.
West Indies Completed T20I Form
| Date | Opponent | Team Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Oct 2026 | India | 171 all out (19.1 ov) | 172/2 (14.4 ov) | ✕ LOSS, by 8 wickets |
| 9 Oct 2026 | India | 252/4 (18.3 ov) | 249/5 (20 ov) | ✓ WIN, by 6 wickets |
| 11 Oct 2026 | India | 209/7 (20 ov) | 223 all out (20 ov) | ✕ LOSS, by 14 runs |
| 14 Oct 2026 | India | 247/3 (20 ov) | 223 all out (19.3 ov) | ✓ WIN, by 24 runs |
West Indies have twice passed 247 in this series. Shai Hope made 102 not out from 45 in the second T20I and 102 not out from 50 in the fourth. Sherfane Rutherford added 49 not out from 26 in the fourth. Roston Chase took three wickets in the second and two in the third, while Keemo Paul took 5/32 in the fourth.
IND Vs WI Dream11 Prediction Pitch Report
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has a small completed men’s T20I sample. The ground-record page lists 10 T20Is through January 2024, including a tie between India and Afghanistan, a six-run India win over Australia and one no-result between India and South Africa. This is useful context, but it is not a large or current-series sample.
The recent India-West Indies scorecards show a batting-heavy series at other Indian venues. That evidence cannot be transferred directly to Bengaluru. The practical reading is to prioritise top-order batters who face the most deliveries, then add players with two routes to points. On a slower surface, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Roston Chase and Akeal Hosein gain more appeal. If the ball comes on, Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford have the higher batting ceiling.
The venue’s compact boundaries can reward clean hitting, but they can also bring mishits into play when pace-off bowling is accurate. New-ball seamers remain relevant before the ball softens. The toss may decide whether a side prefers to chase, but no dew or weather claim is treated as confirmed for this future fixture.
Head-To-Head
This is the scheduled fifth meeting of the bilateral T20I series. It has not been played at the research cutoff. The four completed matches are split 2-2: India won the first and third, while West Indies won the second and fourth. This article does not mix these results with older World Cup or unrelated series records.
Probable Playing XIs — Not Confirmed
These are editorial candidates from the announced squads and recent scorecards. They are not final XIs. A player can be in the roster and still be left out at the toss.
India Candidate XI
| No. | Player | Editorial Role | Evidence Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanju Samson | WK | Started the second and fourth T20Is; scored 82 and 56 |
| 2 | Abhishek Sharma | AR | Recent opener; scored 69 in the third T20I |
| 3 | Ishan Kishan | WK | Started recent matches; scored 43 in the second and 37 in the third |
| 4 | Shreyas Iyer | BAT | Captain; scored 102 not out in the first |
| 5 | Tilak Varma | BAT | Recent middle-order XI player; made 44 not out in the second |
| 6 | Naman Dhir | BAT | Updated squad replacement; recent XI player and three-wicket impact in the opener |
| 7 | Nitish Kumar Reddy | AR | Recent fourth-match XI player; bowling role remains variable |
| 8 | Axar Patel | AR | Recent XI player; two wickets in the opener |
| 9 | Arshdeep Singh | BOWL | Recent new-ball and death-overs XI player |
| 10 | Prince Yadav | BOWL | Recent XI player; took a wicket in the fourth |
| 11 | Mayank Yadav | BOWL | Recent XI player; pace option in the announced squad |
West Indies Candidate XI
| No. | Player | Editorial Role | Evidence Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shai Hope | WK | Captain and recent XI player; two hundreds in the series |
| 2 | Kamil Pooran | BAT | Started recent matches; scored 42 in the third |
| 3 | Jewel Andrew | BAT | Started the fourth; made 21 |
| 4 | Shimron Hetmyer | BAT | Recent XI player; scored 43 in the third and 33 in the fourth |
| 5 | Rovman Powell | BAT | Recent XI player; made 24 in the fourth |
| 6 | Sherfane Rutherford | AR | Recent XI player; scored 56 in the opener and 49 not out in the fourth |
| 7 | Roston Chase | AR | Recent XI player; series wicket-taking impact |
| 8 | Keemo Paul | AR | Started the fourth and took 5/32 |
| 9 | Shamar Joseph | BOWL | Recent XI player; took two wickets in the third |
| 10 | Shamar Springer | BOWL | Recent XI player; took two wickets in the third |
| 11 | Gudakesh Motie | BOWL | Announced squad and recent match option; left-arm spin route |
Six Dream11 Teams
Each selection below is a provisional match scenario. Confirm the playing XI, role labels, credits and contest rules in your app.
Team 1: Balanced Core
A balanced small-league build across both top orders, two wicketkeepers, three all-rounders and three bowlers. Use if the pitch looks even and both recent top orders are unchanged.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Shai Hope
BAT: Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Kamil Pooran
AR: Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel, Roston Chase
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Shamar Joseph
Captain: Sanju Samson · Vice-Captain: Shai Hope
Risk: Samson’s 82 in the second T20I and 56 in the fourth support the captain call. Hope made 102 not out in the fourth. Confirm the XI and app rules before entry.
Team 2: West Indies Chase
A West Indies-heavy chase script built around Hope’s control, middle-order power and four wicket-taking options. Use if West Indies chase, or if the surface looks as good for strokeplay as Hyderabad did.
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WK: Shai Hope, Sanju Samson
BAT: Shimron Hetmyer, Kamil Pooran, Shreyas Iyer
AR: Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford
BOWL: Akeal Hosein, Shamar Springer, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav
Captain: Shai Hope · Vice-Captain: Sherfane Rutherford
Risk: Hope’s 102 not out and Rutherford’s 49 not out came in the fourth-T20I total of 247 for 3. The risk is a changed XI or a tougher Bengaluru surface.
Team 3: India Powerplay Response
An India-led response to a strong start, with India’s new-ball pace and West Indies’ spin threat retained. Use if India bat first or if the top-order matchups favour India’s left-right opening pair.
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WK: Ishan Kishan, Shai Hope
BAT: Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Shimron Hetmyer
AR: Abhishek Sharma, Roston Chase
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Gudakesh Motie
Captain: Abhishek Sharma · Vice-Captain: Shai Hope
Risk: Abhishek scored 69 from 30 in the third T20I. Hope remains the safer West Indies batting hedge after his fourth-T20I century. Check his role and the final XI.
Team 4: Spin Grip
A spin-sensitive combination that backs Axar, Kuldeep, Bishnoi, Akeal and Chase to influence the middle overs. Use if the pitch appears dry, slower or likely to reward changes of pace and spin.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Shai Hope
BAT: Shreyas Iyer, Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer
AR: Axar Patel, Roston Chase, Keemo Paul
BOWL: Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Akeal Hosein
Captain: Kuldeep Yadav · Vice-Captain: Shai Hope
Risk: Kuldeep took two wickets in the first T20I, while Chase took three wickets in the second and two in the third. Spin remains a condition-based call, not a guarantee.
Team 5: Pace And Defending
A West Indies-heavy defence script that gives the death overs to pace and keeps three all-round routes to points. Use if the toss winner chooses to bat and the surface offers pace-off or late-innings wicket value.
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WK: Ishan Kishan, Shai Hope
BAT: Tilak Varma, Rovman Powell, Kamil Pooran
AR: Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Keemo Paul
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav, Shamar Joseph
Captain: Sherfane Rutherford · Vice-Captain: Arshdeep Singh
Risk: Rutherford struck 49 not out from 26 in the fourth. Arshdeep has wickets across the series but also conceded 52 in that match, so this is a high-variance grand-league build.
Team 6: Middle-Order Counter
A grand-league counter to an early-wicket match, with four middle-order batters and a mix of pace and all-round skills. Use if the new ball moves or the announced XI promotes middle-order hitters into larger roles.
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WK: Sanju Samson, Shai Hope
BAT: Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Shimron Hetmyer, Kamil Pooran
AR: Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel
BOWL: Arshdeep Singh, Gudakesh Motie, Mayank Yadav
Captain: Sanju Samson · Vice-Captain: Abhishek Sharma
Risk: Samson’s 82 in the second and 56 in the fourth show ceiling. Abhishek’s 69 in the third adds an aggressive second captaincy route. Both remain dependent on the XI and batting order.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
IND vs WI Dream11 Prediction captain picks should match the confirmed role, not just the biggest name. Here are the evidence-led options.
| Player | Why Consider | Condition And Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope | Two unbeaten hundreds in the series and a 102 not out in the fourth T20I show both volume and ceiling. | If he is rested or moved down the order, the captain case weakens. |
| Sanju Samson | He made 82 from 41 in the second and 56 from 23 in the fourth. Wicketkeeping adds another route. | He can be exposed to early movement and the final XI must be checked. |
| Abhishek Sharma | His 69 from 30 in the third showed powerplay scoring upside. He can also offer occasional bowling value. | His bowling workload is not guaranteed and an early dismissal carries high variance. |
| Roston Chase | He took 3/24 in the second and 2 wickets in the third, with batting ability as a second route. | His fantasy value depends on being used for a full bowling spell and having enough batting time. |
| Sherfane Rutherford | He scored 49 not out from 26 in the fourth and has already made a 56 in the series. | He often bats after the main platform is set, so opportunity can vary. |
| Arshdeep Singh | New-ball and death overs offer wicket opportunities. | He conceded 52 in the fourth, so this is a role-based rather than low-risk pick. |
Toss-Day Repair Checklist: Replace any non-starter immediately. Keep the selected captain and vice-captain inside the final 11. Recount WK, BAT, AR and BOWL roles after every swap. Keep each side at seven players or fewer. Check the app’s live credit and role rules rather than assuming this editorial map is an app validation.
Top 3 Player Battles
- Shai Hope Vs India’s New-Ball Pace: Hope has dominated this series, but Arshdeep Singh and Mayank Yadav can challenge his scoring options before the ball softens. The key question is whether India attack the stumps or allow Hope to access the short boundaries.
- Roston Chase Vs India’s Left-Handed Batters: Chase has already taken important wickets in the middle overs. Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma will test whether India can disrupt his length with sweeps and controlled aggression.
- Sanju Samson Vs West Indies’ Pace-Off Plans: Samson’s recent scores show a high ceiling. West Indies can change pace into the pitch, especially if Bengaluru offers grip. His matchup is about shot selection rather than a claimed historical ball-by-ball record.
Top Players To Look Out For
Shai Hope: His two hundreds make him the clearest recent-form batter, but the final XI and batting position still matter.
Sanju Samson: His second- and fourth-match scores show that he can change a chase quickly. Keeping workload and early movement are the main risks.
Abhishek Sharma: His 69 from 30 shows a clear recent powerplay scoring ceiling. His all-rounder label here reflects editorial opportunity, not a guaranteed four-over role.
Roston Chase: His wicket return across the second and third matches gives him a strong middle-over path. A quiet batting role would reduce his ceiling.
Keemo Paul: His fourth-match 5/32 is a major recent bowling signal. One match is a small sample, so do not treat it as a guarantee.
Match Winner Prediction
The evidence is balanced. India have won two matches, but West Indies have chased well and just made 247/3. The modest pre-toss lean is India because Bengaluru is their home venue and their batting has repeatedly produced 223-plus totals. West Indies have enough recent batting evidence to overturn that lean, especially if Hope and Rutherford bat deep. This is not a winning guarantee.
FAQs
When Is The IND Vs WI 5th T20I?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 17 October 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. That is 1:30 PM GMT and 7:00 PM local time in Bengaluru.
Where Will The Match Be Played?
It will be played at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India.
Is The Final Playing XI Confirmed?
No. The squads are verified, but the final playing XIs and toss are not confirmed at the research cutoff.
Who Are The Main Captain Options?
Shai Hope, Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Roston Chase and Sherfane Rutherford have the strongest evidence-backed paths. Use the final XI before locking a captain.
What Happened In The Fourth T20I?
West Indies made 247/3 and beat India, who made 223, by 24 runs in Hyderabad on 14 October. Shai Hope scored 102 not out and Keemo Paul took 5/32.
Is Chinnaswamy A Guaranteed Batting Pitch?
No. The ground has a small historical T20I sample. The recent series has been high-scoring at other venues, but that is not proof of a guaranteed Bengaluru run-fest.
Where Can I Find More 4xSports Fantasy Guides?
See the 4xSports Dream11 Predictions category for related published fantasy guides.
