India and West Indies begin their eight-match white-ball series with the first ODI today, Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. For viewers searching for India vs West Indies live streaming, IND vs WI live telecast, today's match time or the TV channel, the match is scheduled to start at 2:00pm IST, with the toss at 1:30pm IST.
In India, the first ODI will be shown on the Star Sports network. The official online live stream is available through JioHotstar on its app and website. DD Sports has also announced television coverage through the DD Free Dish platform; viewers using other cable or DTH services should check their own channel guide rather than assuming that every DD Sports feed carries the match.
This guide was verified and published at 10:18am IST on September 27, before the toss. Playing XIs will be added only after they are officially announced.
India vs West Indies live streaming: quick answer
- Match: India vs West Indies, 1st ODI
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Toss time: 1:30pm IST
- Match start: 2:00pm IST / 8:30am UTC
- TV channel in India: Star Sports network
- Online live streaming in India: JioHotstar app and website
- Free-to-air TV: DD Sports on DD Free Dish, subject to the official platform listing
- Format: One-Day International, scheduled for 50 overs per side
Where to watch India vs West Indies live in India
India vs West Indies live telecast on TV
Star Sports is the main television destination for the India vs West Indies 1st ODI in India. The exact language feed and channel number can vary by television provider, so viewers should open their electronic programme guide and search for “India vs West Indies” or “1st ODI” before the 1:30pm toss.
DD Sports has promoted the game for DD Free Dish viewers. That distinction matters: a free-to-air DD Sports listing does not automatically mean the match will appear on every private cable or DTH version of the channel. Checking the platform guide avoids a last-minute switch.
IND vs WI live streaming online
The India vs West Indies live stream is available on JioHotstar in India. Users can search the app or website for the series page shortly before coverage begins. Access conditions, supported devices, video quality and subscription requirements are controlled by JioHotstar and may differ by account or plan.
MatchUpWorld does not host or link to unauthorized streams. Search results and social posts using phrases such as “IND vs WI free live streaming” can lead to unlicensed pages, intrusive advertising or malicious downloads. The safest option is the official broadcaster or streaming service for your territory.
How to watch IND vs WI outside India
Broadcast rights are territorial. A service available in India may be blocked or unavailable in the United States, United Kingdom, Caribbean, Australia or another market. Viewers outside India should check the local broadcaster's schedule, the Cricket West Indies match centre or the official streaming listing in their country.
Amazon's Prime Video carries an event listing for the first ODI in supported markets, but availability depends on location and account eligibility. It should not be treated as a worldwide stream. Avoid using a different country's listing as proof that the same service has rights where you live.
India vs West Indies match time today
The toss is scheduled for 1:30pm IST, followed by the first ball at 2:00pm IST. That is 8:30am UTC. The published BCCI schedule lists Thiruvananthapuram as the venue and 2:00pm as the start time.
For viewers in selected time zones, the scheduled start converts to:
- United Kingdom: 9:30am BST
- United States and Canada: 4:30am EDT / 1:30am PDT
- Caribbean: 3:30am in Jamaica / 4:30am in much of the Eastern Caribbean
- United Arab Emirates: 12:30pm GST
- South Africa: 10:30am SAST
- Australia: 6:30pm AEST
Daylight-saving rules differ by location, so viewers should still verify the local listing on their official platform.
Why the first ODI matters
The fixture begins a three-match ODI series followed by five T20Is. India enter with Shubman Gill as ODI captain and KL Rahul as vice-captain. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back in the 50-over squad, making the opening game especially significant for a team beginning another home white-ball cycle.
West Indies are led by Shai Hope. Their squad contains several players familiar with Indian conditions, including Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales. In a day-night ODI, the balance between early new-ball movement, middle-overs spin and conditions under the lights could influence selection.
No “confirmed playing XI” published before the toss should be treated as official. Team sheets are normally released at the toss, and late fitness or tactical decisions can change the final combination.
India squad for the ODI series
Shubman Gill (captain), KL Rahul (vice-captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Naman Dhir.
The India squad and schedule were announced by the BCCI in its official media advisory.
West Indies squad for the ODI series
Shai Hope (captain), Jewel Andrew, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Vitel Lawes, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Sherfane Rutherford and Jayden Seales.
Full India vs West Indies 2026 schedule
ODI series
- 1st ODI: September 27, Thiruvananthapuram, 2:00pm IST
- 2nd ODI: September 30, Guwahati, 2:00pm IST
- 3rd ODI: October 3, New Chandigarh, 2:00pm IST
T20I series
- 1st T20I: October 6, Lucknow, 7:00pm IST
- 2nd T20I: October 9, Ranchi, 7:00pm IST
- 3rd T20I: October 11, Indore, 7:00pm IST
- 4th T20I: October 14, Hyderabad, 7:00pm IST
- 5th T20I: October 17, Bengaluru, 7:00pm IST
The thumbnail is a real India-West Indies ODI photograph published by Cricket West Indies, not an AI-generated composite. It is an archive action image used to identify the two teams and is not presented as a photograph from today's match.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch India vs West Indies live streaming today?
In India, watch the official IND vs WI live stream on the JioHotstar app or website. Availability and access conditions depend on the platform and account.
Which TV channel will show IND vs WI 1st ODI?
The Star Sports network will televise the match in India. DD Sports has announced coverage for DD Free Dish viewers.
What time does India vs West Indies start today?
The toss is scheduled for 1:30pm IST and the match starts at 2:00pm IST on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Is India vs West Indies available free on DD Sports?
The announced free-to-air option is DD Sports on DD Free Dish. Cable and private DTH viewers should check their own provider's guide because carriage can differ.
Is India vs West Indies live on JioHotstar?
Yes. JioHotstar is the official online streaming destination in India for the first ODI.
Where is the India vs West Indies match today?
The 1st ODI is at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Who are the captains for IND vs WI?
Shubman Gill captains India in the ODI series, while Shai Hope leads West Indies.
