India vs West Indies Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report | WI in IND 2026/27 Match 4
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इंडिया बनाम वेस्टइंडीज ड्रीम11 प्रेडिक्शन: मैच 6 अक्टूबर को 7:00 PM IST, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow में। कप्तान के लिए टॉप पिक Shai Hope, उप-कप्तान Naman Dhir। पूरी फैंटेसी XI, प्लेइंग 11 और पिच रिपोर्ट नीचे है।
India take on West Indies in WI in IND 2026/27 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow on October 6, 2026, with play starting at 7:00 PM IST. IND arrive with 2 wins from their last 5, WI with 2 from 5. IND hold the edge in their recent meetings, 4–3. Shai Hope is the form pick of the two squads with 539 runs in 8 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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IND posted 172/2 (14.4/20 ov, target 172) and then bowled out WI to win. IND won by 8 wickets by 8 wickets. Shreyas Iyer was the standout batter, scoring 102 off 43 balls. Naman Dhir led the bowling attack with 3/31. Shreyas Iyer was named Player of the Match.
IND have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 172. WI have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 171.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
India have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
West Indies have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
Key Players to Watch
Naman Dhir brings 68 runs and 6 wickets in 8 matches to this fixture for IND, averaging 46.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 124.
Sanju Samson has 168 runs in 5 matches for IND in this series, averaging 68 fantasy points a game and with a best of 155.
181 runs in 5 matches in this series makes Shreyas Iyer one of IND's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 67.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 200.
Kuldeep Yadav brings 10 wickets in 5 matches to this fixture for IND, averaging 65 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.
Shai Hope has 539 runs in 8 matches for WI in this series, averaging 121 fantasy points a game and with a best of 259.
245 runs in 7 matches in this series makes Sherfane Rutherford one of WI's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 63.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 155.
Keemo Paul brings 57 runs and 10 wickets in 5 matches to this fixture for WI, averaging 80.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 179.
Amir Jangoo has 239 runs in 3 matches for WI in this series, averaging 120.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 177.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
539 runs in 8 matches for WI in this series at 121 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
68 runs and 6 wickets in 8 matches for IND in this series at 46.9 points a game, a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
68 runs and 6 wickets in 8 matches for IND in this series at 46.9 points a game, a high-floor pick.
168 runs in 5 matches for IND in this series at 68 points a game, a high-floor pick.
539 runs in 8 matches for WI in this series at 121 points a game, a high-floor pick.
245 runs in 7 matches for WI in this series at 63.3 points a game, a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In this series, Shreyas Iyer has already posted a single-match best of 200 fantasy points against a 67.2-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In this series, Keemo Paul has already posted a single-match best of 179 fantasy points against a 80.2-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
India hold the head-to-head edge (4–3) and start as slight favourites, though West Indies have the firepower to upset them.
With 3 all-rounders in this XI you are covered whichever discipline decides the match, and Shai Hope takes the armband. That balance is worth protecting. Resist swapping an all-rounder out for a specialist batter just because the pitch looks flat at the toss.
Match Trivia
This is their 9th meeting in WI in IND 2026/27.
The highest individual score at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow in WI in IND 2026/27 is Shreyas Iyer's 102 off 43 balls.
The best bowling figures at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow in WI in IND 2026/27 are Naman Dhir's 3/31.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win India vs West Indies?
India hold the head-to-head edge (4–3) and start as slight favourites, though West Indies have the firepower to upset them.
Who should be captain for India vs West Indies in fantasy cricket?
Shai Hope is the top captain pick, with Naman Dhir as vice-captain. 539 runs in 8 matches for WI in this series at 121 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow?
IND have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 172. WI have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 171.
When is India vs West Indies?
India vs West Indies is scheduled for October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM IST, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow.
What is the head-to-head record between India and West Indies?
IND lead 4–3 across their last 8 meetings.
How have India and West Indies been performing recently?
India have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question. West Indies have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
Who is a good differential pick for India vs West Indies?
Shreyas Iyer (IND): In this series, Shreyas Iyer has already posted a single-match best of 200 fantasy points against a 67.2-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for India vs West Indies?
This is their 9th meeting in WI in IND 2026/27. The highest individual score at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow in WI in IND 2026/27 is Shreyas Iyer's 102 off 43 balls. The best bowling figures at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow in WI in IND 2026/27 are Naman Dhir's 3/31.
What's a good fantasy XI for India vs West Indies?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford, Shreyas Iyer, Abhishek Sharma, Keemo Paul, Naman Dhir, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Gudakesh Motie, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Springer. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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