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India vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips | WI in IND 2026/27 Match 5

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इंडिया बनाम वेस्टइंडीज ड्रीम11 प्रेडिक्शन: मैच 9 अक्टूबर को 7:00 PM IST, JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi 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 JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi on October 9, 2026, with play starting at 7:00 PM IST. IND arrive with 3 wins from their last 5, WI with 3 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 7 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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🏆 Match ResultOctober 9, 2026
🏏 WI won by 6 wickets
🇮🇳 IND
249/5
🏏 WI
252/4
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TOP BAT
Shai Hope — 102(45)
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TOP BOWL
Roston Chase — 3/24
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MAN OF MATCH
Shai Hope

WI pulled off a successful chase against IND. WI won by 6 wickets. Shai Hope was the standout batter, scoring 102 off 45 balls. Roston Chase led the bowling attack with 3/24. Shai Hope was named Player of the Match.

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IND
India
VS
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WI
West Indies
📅 Date
October 9, 2026
🕖 Time
7:00 PM IST
📍 Venue
JSCA International Stadium Complex
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Pitch Report

Karachi's National Stadium is one of the flattest batting surfaces in international cricket, with a fast outfield and turn for spinners later. IND have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 249. WI have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 252.

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Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.

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Team Assessment

🇮🇳IND
WLWLW

India are in strong recent T20I form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.

🏏WI
WLWLW

West Indies are in strong recent T20I form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.

Key Players to Watch

Naman Dhir·INDAR

Naman Dhir brings 44 runs and 6 wickets in 7 matches to this fixture for IND, averaging 47.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 124.

Kuldeep Yadav·INDBOWL

Kuldeep Yadav has 10 wickets in 5 matches for IND in this series, averaging 65 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.

Sanju Samson·INDWK

152 runs in 4 matches in this series makes Sanju Samson one of IND's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 78 fantasy points a game and with a best of 155.

Shreyas Iyer·INDBAT

Shreyas Iyer brings 159 runs in 4 matches to this fixture for IND, averaging 75.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 200.

Shai Hope·WIWK

Shai Hope has 539 runs in 7 matches for WI in this series, averaging 137.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 259.

Sherfane Rutherford·WIBAT

245 runs in 6 matches in this series makes Sherfane Rutherford one of WI's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 73.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 155.

Amir Jangoo·WIWK

Amir Jangoo brings 239 runs in 3 matches to this fixture for WI, averaging 120.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 177.

Keemo Paul·WIAR

Keemo Paul has 57 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches for WI in this series, averaging 86.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 179.

Fantasy Cricket Picks

C CAPTAINShai Hope

539 runs in 7 matches for WI in this series at 137.7 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

VC VICE-CAPTAINNaman Dhir

44 runs and 6 wickets in 7 matches for IND in this series at 47.6 points a game, a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

✅Naman Dhir
IND

44 runs and 6 wickets in 7 matches for IND in this series at 47.6 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Kuldeep Yadav
IND

10 wickets in 5 matches for IND in this series at 65 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Shai Hope
WI

539 runs in 7 matches for WI in this series at 137.7 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Sherfane Rutherford
WI

245 runs in 6 matches for WI in this series at 73.2 points a game, a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡Shreyas Iyer
IND

In this series, Shreyas Iyer has already posted a single-match best of 200 fantasy points against a 75.3-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

💡Keemo Paul
WI

In this series, Keemo Paul has already posted a single-match best of 179 fantasy points against a 86.8-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

2WK3BAT3AR3BOWL5IND6WI
1Shai HopeC
2Sherfane Rutherford
3Shreyas Iyer
4Abhishek Sharma
5Keemo Paul
6Naman DhirVC
7Kuldeep Yadav
8Arshdeep Singh
9Gudakesh Motie
10Amir Jangoo
11Roston Chase
🏏 Use this XI in Team BuilderLoads all 11 with C and VC set. Change anyone before you save.

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.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

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

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This is their 8th meeting in WI in IND 2026/27.

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The highest individual score at JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi in WI in IND 2026/27 is Shai Hope's 102 off 45 balls.

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The best bowling figures at JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi in WI in IND 2026/27 are Roston Chase's 3/24.

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 7 matches for WI in this series at 137.7 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

What is the pitch report for JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi?

Karachi's National Stadium is one of the flattest batting surfaces in international cricket, with a fast outfield and turn for spinners later. IND have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 249. WI have played 1 match here in WI in IND 2026/27, averaging 252.

When is India vs West Indies?

India vs West Indies is scheduled for October 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM IST, JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.

What is the head-to-head record between India and West Indies?

IND lead 4–3 across their last 7 meetings.

How have India and West Indies been performing recently?

India are in strong recent T20I form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high. West Indies are in strong recent T20I form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.

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 75.3-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Are there any notable stats for India vs West Indies?

This is their 8th meeting in WI in IND 2026/27. The highest individual score at JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi in WI in IND 2026/27 is Shai Hope's 102 off 45 balls. The best bowling figures at JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi in WI in IND 2026/27 are Roston Chase's 3/24.

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, Roston Chase. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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