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IND vs WI 1st Test statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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IND vs WI 1st Test preview [Source: @AhmedGT_, @CaribCricket/x.com]IND vs WI 1st Test preview [Source: @AhmedGT_, @CaribCricket/x.com]

After their recent Asia Cup 2025 triumph in the UAE, India are set to begin their home season with a two-match Test series against the West Indies. The first Test will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad from Thursday, October 2, starting at 9:30 AM IST.

India

India’s last Test assignment was the memorable 2-2 draw against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. This will be their first home red-ball series since the 3-0 whitewash by New Zealand last November. Shubman Gill will lead India at home for the first time, and with his team in strong form, the hosts enter the series as clear favourites.

West Indies

On the other hand, West Indies were whitewashed 3-0 by Australia in their most recent Test series. Missing pace spearheads Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph, the Caribbean side will rely heavily on senior men like Roston Chase and Shai Hope. Youngsters such as Alick Athanaze, Brandon King and Jayden Seales will need to step up if they are to challenge India.

IND vs WI head to head overview

India and the West Indies have faced each other in 100 Test matches, with the Caribbean side holding a slight edge historically. West Indies have won 30 Tests while India have emerged victorious on 23 occasions. The two teams have also played out 47 draws.

Narendra Modi Stadium pitch report

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch in Ahmedabad is usually hard and flat, and it offers good bounce and carry early on. But with reports stating that red soil will be used, fast bowlers will likely get help from the surface. As the game progresses, the surface tends to favour batting while spinners come into play from Day 3 onwards. Out of 15 Tests played here, four have been won by sides batting first, four by sides batting second, and seven have ended in draws. Winning the toss, teams are likely to bat first.

India and West Indies' probable playing XI

India

Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

West Indies

Brandon King, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican, Jediah Blades, Khary Pierre

Top run scorers in IND vs WI Tests

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Roston Chase: 447 Runs

Roston Chase has scored 447 runs in 14 innings against India at an average of 34.38, including 2 centuries and one fifty. He is a proven middle-order batter with the ability to anchor long innings for the West Indies.

KL Rahul: 374 Runs

KL Rahul has accumulated 374 runs in 10 innings against the Windies at an average of 41.55 with one hundred and one fifty to his name. His batting will thrive well on home soil.

Ravindra Jadeja: 295 Runs

Ravindra Jadeja has made 295 runs in 9 innings at a remarkable average of 49.16, which includes 1 century and two fifties. His all-rounder contribution will be key for India.

Top wicket-takers in IND vs WI Tests

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Ravindra Jadeja: 23 Wickets

Ravindra Jadeja has taken 23 wickets in 7 matches at an excellent average of 20.82 with best figures of 5/64. His left-arm spin makes him a genuine match-winner in Indian conditions.

Roston Chase: 15 Wickets

Roston Chase has also chipped in with the ball, claiming 15 wickets in 11 innings at an average of 50.93 with best figures of 5/121. He offers valuable part-time off-spin options for the West Indies.

Jasprit Bumrah: 13 Wickets

Jasprit Bumrah has picked up 13 wickets in just 2 Tests at a phenomenal average of 9.23, including a best of 6/27. He is India's spearhead pacer, renowned for his lethal accuracy and control.

IND vs WI key stats

India’s Records

  • Shubman Gill is the leading Test run-scorer in 2025 with 787 runs in 6 matches at an average of 65.58, including four hundreds.
  • Ravindra Jadeja has piled up 555 runs in 6 Tests this year at 69.37 with 1 century and five fifties.
  • KL Rahul has scored 549 runs in 6 Tests in 2025 at an average of 45.75 with 2 centuries.
  • Mohammed Siraj has taken 27 wickets in 6 Tests this year at 32.07, including two five-fers.
  • Shubman Gill vs Jomel Warrican in Tests: 19 runs, 26 balls, one dismissal
  • Ravindra Jadeja vs Roston Chase in Tests: 43 runs, 44 balls, no dismissals

West Indies’ Records

  • Brandon King is the leading WI run-getter in 2025 with 129 runs in 3 Tests at 21.50.
  • Roston Chase has managed 114 runs in 3 matches this year at an average of 19.00.
  • Jomel Warrican has 19 wickets in 4 Tests in 2025 at 11.68 with two five-fers.
  • Jayden Seales has 16 wickets in 4 Tests this year at 22.43 with one five-wicket haul.
  • Roston Chase vs KL Rahul in Tests: 65 runs, 115 balls, three dismissals
  • Shai Hope vs Jasprit Bumrah in Tests: 11 runs, 25 balls, one dismissal
  • Tagenarine Chanderpaul vs Mohammed Siraj in Tests: 25 runs, 52 balls, no dismissals

Records that can be broken in IND vs WI 1st Test

  • Ravindra Jadeja needs 114 runs to complete 4000 Test runs.
  • Shubman Gill needs five fours to reach 250 Test fours and seven sixes to complete 50 Test sixes.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal requires seven sixes to complete 50 maximums in Tests.
  • Roston Chase needs three fours to complete 250 Test fours.
  • Shai Hope needs 131 runs to complete 2000 Test runs.
  • John Campbell needs six runs to complete 1000 Test runs.
  • Jayden Seales needs 12 wickets to complete 100 Test wickets.