India to Conclude West Indies ODI Series, Eyes Asian Games T20I Gold Against Pakistan
Having already secured the ODI series, India will seek a clean sweep against West Indies before competing for the Asian Games T20I gold medal against arch-rivals Pakistan.
The story
As the cricketing world observes a brief pause in men's international fixtures, attention shifts to India's upcoming engagements. The Men in Blue are set to play the third and final One Day International against West Indies on October 3 at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. India has already clinched the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, making the upcoming match an opportunity for a clean sweep.
Simultaneously, India will also be preparing for a significant clash in the Asian Games Men's T20I tournament. They are scheduled to face Pakistan in the final on October 3 in Nisshin, vying for the gold medal. This highly anticipated encounter adds another layer of excitement to India's packed schedule, following their successful run in the ODI series.
Series in play
West Indies Tour of India, 2026. India leads 2-0 in three-match ODI series
Asian Games Men's T20I, 2026. Final and 3rd Place Play-off upcoming
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | #1 India | India holds the top spot in One Day International team rankings. |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | #1 India | India leads the Twenty20 International team rankings. |
| ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 | #1 Australia | Australia currently leads the standings with 87.50 Percentage of Points (PCT). |
What we'll be watching
- India vs West Indies (3rd ODI), October 3, PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh
- Pakistan vs India (Asian Games Men's T20I Final), October 3, Nisshin
- Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Asian Games Men's T20I 3rd Place Play-off), October 3, Nisshin
- Namibia vs United Arab Emirates (ICC CWC League 2), October 3, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas
- South Korea vs Indonesia (2nd T20I), October 3, Yeonhui Cricket Ground, Incheon
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