India vs West Indies, 1st Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

12.07.2023 - 09:49 sports.ndtv.com

India's tour of West Indies begins with the first Test scheduled to kick-off on July 12 in Dominica. After losing the World Test Championship final against Australia last month, the Indian team begins a new cycle, with their first assignment against West Indies, a team that has been struggling to live up to its reputation for a long time.

The Indian team will see some fresh faces on the tour, beginning with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad in the Test team.

On the eve of the contest, India skipper Rohit Sharma had confirmed that Jaiswal set to open alongside him. It was Cheteshwar Pujara who held the No.

3 spot in the Indian Test team but he wasn't picked for the West Indies assignment, with the selectors deciding to give a chance to some young players.

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The Indian playing XI for the second ODI against West Indies in Barbados on Saturday had a different look as regular captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were not part of it. Hardik Pandya stood in for Rohit, the skipper. "Few questions need to be answered for us, so Virat and Rohit are resting. They can be fresh for the third ODI. The way we bowled was impressive. The way we caught was great, it changed the momentum. I think when you get someone out for 115, it's a good effort from the bowlers. Our catching was impressive, but we can improve in certain areas. Instead of losing five wickets, we could have lost only two wickets and finished the last game. Sanju Samson and Axar Patel come in for Rohit and Virat," stand-in captain Hardik Pandya said at the toss.

Watch: Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal Indulge In Banter During 2nd ODI vs West Indies. Video Is Viral

On a day when India aspiring batters, in the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, failed to capitalise on a great opportunity, there was little to cheer up the visitors in Barbados at the second ODI against West Indies on Saturday. However, leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and allrounder Ravindra Jadeja lightened up the mood as they indulged in banter in the rain-hit second ODI. During one of the two rain interruptions, Chahal could be seen teasing Jadeja, who had a good laugh.

India vs West Indies, 2nd ODI: Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie Shine In West Indies' Series-Levelling Win Over India

Shai Hope led from the front with an unbeaten half-century as West Indies defeated India by six wickets in the second ODI and bring the three-match series on an even keel in Bridgetown on Saturday. Hope (63 not out; 80 balls) found a fine ally in Keacy Carty (48 not out; 65b) as the duo put together 91 runs (118b) for the fourth wicket to steady their 182-run chase. WI reached the target with 80 balls to spare. In absence of skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, India's batting looked feeble.

Wasim Jaffer's 'Pathaan' Twist To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Not Playing 2nd ODI vs West Indies

As Hardik Pandya came out at the toss for the second ODI against West Indies in Barbados, there was anticipation in the air. The stand-in captain then clarified that indeed Rohit Sharma was not playing along with Virat Kohli. India managed to clinch the first match after facing a few challenges. Ishan Kishan performed exceptionally well with the bat to help India chase down a total of 114. The visitors would be keen to clinch the series with a second consecutive win.

"No Point...": Twitter Fumes As India Rest Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma In 2nd ODI vs West Indies

The Indian cricket team had two notable absentees in Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the second ODI against West Indies. India managed to clinch the first margin after facing a few challenges. Ishan Kishan performed exceptionally well with the bat to help India chase down a total of 114. The visitors would be keen to clinch the series with a second consecutive win.

Why Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Are Not Playing In Second ODI vs West Indies? Hardik Pandya Raises 'Few Questions' Point

The Indian cricket team sprang a surprise at the toss of the second ODI against West Indies on Saturday as they rested veteran duo Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In Rohit Sharma's absence, India's T20I captain Hardik Pandya led the side, as it was asked to bat first in the match. Pandya said that they were seeking answers to a few questions and that's why the duo was rested. In place of the veterans, Sanju Samson and Axar Patel have been brought in.