India’s tour of England may have ended without a series win, but it marked the beginning of the Shubman Gill era. Now, for the first time in 15 years, India step onto home soil for a Test without the trio of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin. The script could not be more dramatic.
India’s last home series ended in a 3-0 whitewash to New Zealand, a result that ended their proud unbeaten streak at home. That rare stumble means this series against West Indies is non-negotiable. India need to restart their dominance at home. For West Indies, the challenge is enormous.
Ranked No. 8 in the world, they face a side that has beaten them consistently for nearly two decades. India start favourites by a mile, but the visitors arrive determined to draw strength from New Zealand’s historic success last year. With World Test Championship (WTC) points at stake, Gill’s side has no room for complacency. India have gone on with three all-round options in the first Test, while Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj taking new ball responsibilities.
IND vs WI 1st Test 2025: Match details
- Fixture: India vs West Indies, 1st Test
- Date: October 2-6, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM IST
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- What to expect: A red-soil surface with some grass, potentially offering better balance between bat and ball. India’s depth in spin and all-round options is unmatched, while West Indies arrive depleted after injuries to Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph.
IND vs WI 1st Test where to watch: Live streaming details
| Region | Broadcaster(s) | Live Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| Caribbean | Yet to be confirmed (likely ESPN Caribbean) | To be updated |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports | TNT Sports app/website |
| Australia | Fox Sports 505 | Kayo Sports |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV digital/app |
