# India-West Indies T20I series

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-west-indies-t20i-series
> Updated: 2026-10-06T20:56:28.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Indian T20I squad underwent changes for its series against the West Indies, with Naman Dhir being named as a replacement for Washington Sundar. Sundar was released from the T20I lineup to focus on red-ball cricket preparation for an upcoming Test series against New Zealand.

During his T20I debut in Lucknow, Dhir contributed to an eight-wicket victory over the West Indies by taking three wickets for 31 runs, dismissing Shai Hope, Romario Shepherd, and Shamar Springer. The match was highlighted by an unbeaten 102 runs from 43 balls by captain Shreyas Iyer, which helped India chase down the West Indies target of 171 in 14.4 overs. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav also contributed with two wickets each.

Following the match, Dhir credited his experience with the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for helping him manage international pressure. While satisfied with his bowling, Dhir expressed a desire for more opportunities to showcase his batting skills.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Naman Dhir claims three wickets on T20I debut in India's win over West Indies

Naman Dhir took three wickets on his T20I debut as India defeated the West Indies by eight wickets, fueled by a century from captain Shreyas Iyer.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/naman-dhir-takes-three-wickets-on-t20i-debut-in-india-victory

### 2026-10-01: India T20I squad changes: Washington Sundar replaced by Naman Dhir

Washington Sundar has been replaced by Naman Dhir in India's T20I squad for the West Indies series to allow Sundar to prepare for upcoming Test matches via the Ranji Trophy.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-t20i-squad-changes-washington-sundar-replaced-by-naman-dhir

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