The second T20I between India and West Indies is set to take place at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi on Friday, October 9. India have already won the opening match of the series and will be high on confidence entering this clash, while West Indies will look to bounce back.
With both teams consisting of some outstanding match-winners, fans can expect an exciting contest ahead. Check all the details, playing XIs and all the relevant details of the match.
India vs West Indies 2nd T20I Key Details
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Match
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India vs West Indies, 2nd T20I
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Date
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Friday, October 9, 2026
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Venue
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JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi
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Toss Time
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6:30 PM IST
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Match Time
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7:00 PM IST
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India vs West Indies 2nd T20I: Playing XIs
West Indies skipper Shai Hope won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the second T20I in Ranchi. Here are playing XIs of both teams.
India Playing XI: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Mayank Yadav
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Player
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Role
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Abhishek Sharma
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Opening Batter
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Sanju Samson
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Wicketkeeper-Batter
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Ishan Kishan
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Wicketkeeper-Batter
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Shreyas Iyer (c)
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Middle-Order Batter
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Tilak Varma
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Batter
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Shivam Dube
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Batting All-Rounder
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Naman Dhir
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Batting All-Rounder
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Axar Patel
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Bowling All-Rounder
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Arshdeep Singh
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Left-Arm Fast Bowler
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Left-Arm Wrist Spinner
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Mayank Yadav
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Fast Bowler
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West Indies Playing XI: Shai Hope (c/wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
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Player
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Role
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Shai Hope (c/wk)
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Wicketkeeper-Batter
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Kamil Pooran
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Batter
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Shimron Hetmyer
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Middle-Order Batter
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Rovman Powell
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Batting All-Rounder
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Sherfane Rutherford
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Batter
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Roston Chase
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Batting All-Rounder
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Romario Shepherd
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Pace-Bowling All-Rounder
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Gudakesh Motie
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Left-Arm Orthodox Spinner
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Shamar Springer
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Bowling All-Rounder
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Akeal Hosein
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Left-Arm Orthodox Spinner
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Shamar Joseph
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Fast Bowler
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India vs West Indies 2nd T20I: What's at Stake?
The second T20I is an important match in the series, as India already have a 1-0 lead after winning the first game, powered by Shreyas Iyer's brilliant century.
West Indies, who have already lost the ODI series, will look to make a comeback in the T20I series. However, it will be a tough challenge against the defending world champions, who will be keen to strengthen their lead and move closer to winning the series.
India vs West Indies: Live Streaming Details
Fans can watch the live telecast of the India and West Indies second T20I on the Star Sports Network. The live streaming details will be updated with the relevant broadcast information.