The first Test match between India and West Indies is set to commence on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match is scheduled to begin at 9:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). The toss will take place 30 minutes prior to the match, at 9:00 AM IST.
Live Streaming and TV Telecast Details
Indian viewers can watch the live telecast of the India vs. West Indies 1st Test on the Star Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Match Significance
This Test match marks the beginning of a two-match series between India and West Indies. It is also India's first home game in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. The match is crucial for India as they aim to secure valuable WTC points. Currently, India holds the third position in the WTC rankings.
Team Overview
India, led by Shubman Gill, will be playing their first Test series at home after a 2-2 draw in England. This series also marks the beginning of a new era for the Indian Test team, following the retirements of experienced players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin. The West Indies team will be captained by Roston Chase.
Venue and Weather Conditions
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The pitch is expected to be green, which is unusual for Indian conditions. While hot and humid conditions are expected, potential rain interruptions are not expected to significantly impact the game.
Key Players to Watch
Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are expected to be key players for India. Gill has been in excellent form, scoring 787 runs in six games in 2025, including four centuries. Jaiswal has had an impressive start to his Test career, with a good average, especially when playing in India.
Squad Updates
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel, both part of the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025, will be looking to make a mark in the Test series. Dhruv Jurel is the senior wicketkeeper in the Indian squad, filling in for the injured Rishabh Pant.
Match Timings
- Toss: 9:00 AM IST
- Match Start Time: 9:30 AM IST
