India vs West Indies 3rd ODI: India and West Indies will meet in the third and final ODI of their 2026 series on October 3, 2026. The match will be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh and is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST.
India have already won the first two matches of the series and therefore hold an unassailable 2–0 lead. The final ODI will give both teams another opportunity to finish the three-match series strongly.
The match also comes during a particularly busy period for Indian cricket, with India's Asian Games team involved in the men's competition in Japan.
Here is everything you need to know about IND vs WI 3rd ODI, including match timing, venue, live streaming, squads, series results and the latest updates.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI: Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies |
| Series | West Indies tour of India 2026 |
| Match | 3rd ODI |
| Date | October 3, 2026 |
| Day | Saturday |
| Venue | PCA International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh |
| Start Time | 2:00 PM IST |
| Toss | Around 1:30 PM IST |
| Format | ODI |
| Series Score | India lead 2–0 |
The official West Indies fixture list confirms the third ODI for October 3 at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
India vs West Indies ODI Series Score
India have taken a 2–0 lead after winning both completed matches.
| Match | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Thiruvananthapuram | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd ODI | Guwahati | India won by 8 wickets |
| 3rd ODI | New Chandigarh | October 3 |
India's first two wins have already secured the series.
The third ODI will therefore be the final match of the ODI leg before the teams move on to the five-match T20I series.
India vs West Indies 2nd ODI: What Happened?
The second ODI in Guwahati produced a remarkable run chase.
West Indies scored 405/7 after batting first. John Campbell, Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo all scored centuries.
India then chased the target down, reaching 406/2 in 43.3 overs and winning by eight wickets.
Second ODI Scorecard
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| West Indies | 405/7 |
| India | 406/2 |
| Result | India won by 8 wickets |
The result gave India a 2–0 lead in the three-match series.
Shubman Gill's 223 Against West Indies
India captain Shubman Gill produced the headline performance in the second ODI.
Gill remained unbeaten on 223 from 133 balls as India successfully chased West Indies' 405-run target.
His innings included 24 fours and seven sixes. Reuters reported that the innings set a record for the fastest double century in men's ODI cricket.
Rohit Sharma also scored a century, making 101 during India's successful chase.
The match became one of the highest-scoring ODIs involving India and provided another memorable chapter in the current series.
Virat Kohli Reaches 15,000 ODI Runs
The first ODI of the series also produced a major milestone.
Virat Kohli became only the second men's cricketer to reach 15,000 ODI runs, joining Sachin Tendulkar in the exclusive group.
Kohli scored an unbeaten 139 in India's eight-wicket victory over West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.
India chased West Indies' 295/7 with 50 balls remaining.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Venue
The third ODI will be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
The official West Indies fixture information lists the stadium as the venue for the October 3 match.
The match is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM local Indian time.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Live Streaming
Fans in India should check the current broadcast and streaming listings from the licensed rights holder before the match.
Major sports platforms and broadcasters will provide live scores, commentary and match information.
Because broadcast arrangements can change, readers should use the official broadcaster or licensed streaming service rather than unofficial streaming websites.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Live Score
The live score will be available from established cricket score platforms once the match begins.
For readers following the game on mobile, the most useful information will include:
Live score
Current run rate
Wickets
Overs completed
Batter scores
Bowler figures
Partnership
Required run rate during the chase
The match is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST.
India ODI Squad vs West Indies
India's ODI squad for the West Indies series includes several experienced players alongside the current generation of India's white-ball cricketers.
The squad is led by Shubman Gill.
Key names include:
Shubman Gill — Captain
Rohit Sharma
Virat Kohli
KL Rahul
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Shreyas Iyer
Ravindra Jadeja
Kuldeep Yadav
Mohammed Siraj
Prasidh Krishna
Arshdeep Singh
The exact playing XI for the third ODI will be announced at the toss.
The BCCI announced India's squad for the home series against West Indies in September.
West Indies ODI Squad
West Indies are led in the ODI series by Shai Hope.
The visitors have several important batting options, including:
Shai Hope
John Campbell
Amir Jangoo
Brandon King
Keacy Carty
Roston Chase
The final playing XI for the third ODI will be confirmed before the match.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Probable Playing XI
The actual XI will only be confirmed at the toss, but the expected combinations can be followed before the match.
India
Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Arshdeep Singh.
West Indies
Shai Hope (c), John Campbell, Brandon King, Keacy Carty, Amir Jangoo, Roston Chase and other selected members of the ODI squad.
The final teams may change depending on fitness, pitch conditions and team selection.
India vs West Indies Head-to-Head
India and West Indies have a long history in ODI cricket.
The current three-match series is part of India's 2026-27 home season and comes ahead of the teams' five-match T20I series.
The first two ODIs have both gone India's way, but the third match remains important for West Indies as they look to finish the ODI leg with a victory.
Why the 3rd ODI Is Important
Although India have already secured the series, the third ODI has several points of interest.
For India, the match provides another opportunity for the ODI squad to build momentum during the 2026-27 home season.
For West Indies, it is an opportunity to respond after two defeats.
The series is also part of the wider preparation period ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, with India expected to continue evaluating combinations during the home season.
India Cricket Schedule After the 3rd ODI
The ODI series will be followed by five T20Is.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 3 | India vs West Indies, 3rd ODI | New Chandigarh | 2:00 PM |
| October 6 | India vs West Indies, 1st T20I | Lucknow | 7:00 PM |
| October 9 | India vs West Indies, 2nd T20I | Ranchi | 7:00 PM |
| October 11 | India vs West Indies, 3rd T20I | Indore | 7:00 PM |
| October 14 | India vs West Indies, 4th T20I | Hyderabad | 7:00 PM |
| October 17 | India vs West Indies, 5th T20I | Bengaluru | 7:00 PM |
The published series schedule confirms the five T20Is following the three-match ODI series.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Weather
Weather conditions can affect outdoor cricket, particularly during India's busy October schedule.
The third ODI is scheduled in New Chandigarh on October 3. Fans should check the latest local forecast and official match updates on match day.
Any change to the start time, playing conditions or overs will be announced by the match officials.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Tickets
The match is scheduled to be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
The Punjab Cricket Association has issued match-day information for spectators ahead of the October 3 fixture, including traffic and parking arrangements.
Fans attending the match should follow the stadium's latest entry, parking and security instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is India vs West Indies 3rd ODI?
The third ODI will be played on October 3, 2026.
What time does India vs West Indies 3rd ODI start?
The match is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST. The toss is expected around 1:30 PM IST.
Where is India vs West Indies 3rd ODI?
The match will be played at the PCA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
Who won the first two ODIs?
India won both the first and second ODIs and currently lead the series 2–0.
Who scored 223 against West Indies?
Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 223 in the second ODI in Guwahati.
Did Virat Kohli reach 15,000 ODI runs?
Yes. Kohli became only the second men's cricketer to reach 15,000 ODI runs during the first ODI against West Indies.
When is the first India vs West Indies T20I?
The first T20I is scheduled for October 6, 2026, in Lucknow.
Where can I check India vs West Indies live score?
Live scores and ball-by-ball commentary will be available through licensed broadcasters and established cricket score services once the match begins.
Latest Update
India have already secured the three-match ODI series after winning the first two matches against West Indies.
The second ODI produced a remarkable chase, with India reaching 406/2 after West Indies made 405/7. Shubman Gill's unbeaten 223 was the standout performance.
The third and final ODI will be played on Saturday, October 3 at 2:00 PM IST in New Chandigarh.
After the ODI series, India and West Indies will play five T20Is between October 6 and October 17.
Last Updated: October 2, 2026
Match timings, playing XIs, weather conditions, broadcast information and other details can change. Readers should check official match and broadcaster updates for the latest information.
