India and West Indies Face Off in Indore for Pivotal Third T20I
With the five-match series tied at 1-1, both teams will look to gain a crucial advantage in today's encounter at Holkar Stadium.
The story
After a thrilling second T20I where the West Indies chased down a record target to level the series, attention now turns to the Holkar Stadium in Indore for the third match of the five-game series. The series stands finely poised at 1-1, making today's fixture a pivotal one for both sides.
India, led by Shreyas Iyer, will be keen to bounce back and regain the lead on home soil. West Indies, under Shai Hope, will aim to carry forward the momentum from their historic chase and put pressure on the hosts. Fans can expect another high-scoring contest as both teams vie for supremacy in this closely fought series.
Series in play
West Indies tour of India (5 T20Is). Series tied 1-1, 3rd T20I today
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | 1. England (269 rating), 2. India (268 rating) | Rankings updated as of October 9, 2026. |
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | 1. Australia (124 rating), 2. India (121 rating) | Australia leads in a 2026 update, with India close behind. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | 1. Australia (126 pts), 2. South Africa (119 pts), 3. New Zealand (106 pts), 4. India (105 pts) | Australia remains top, with India in fourth place as of September 12, 2026. |
| ICC World Test Championship (2025-27) | 1. Australia (80.00 PCT), 2. South Africa (75.00 PCT), 3. New Zealand (72.22 PCT), 5. India (51.52 PCT) | Australia leads the standings, with India in the top five as of August 27, 2026. |
What we'll be watching
- India vs West Indies: 3rd T20I, October 11, 2026, Holkar Stadium, Indore (7:00 PM IST)
- India vs West Indies: 4th T20I, October 14, 2026, Hyderabad (7:00 PM IST)
- India vs West Indies: 5th T20I, October 17, 2026, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru (7:00 PM IST)
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