India bowl first against West Indies in series-deciding match
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
India has opted to bowl first in the ongoing match against West Indies, as they seek to clinch the series. Jewel Andrew replaces Kamil Pooran for the West Indies, while Romario Shepherd has returned in place of Quentin Sampson. This match is pivotal, with both teams eager for a series victory. The conditions may favor India's decision to bowl first, depending on the pitch and weather.
- •India bowls first in the ongoing match
- •Jewel Andrew replaces Kamil Pooran
- •Romario Shepherd in for Quentin Sampson
- •Match is pivotal for series outcome
- •Conditions may impact India's strategy
- 1:33 PMESPNcricinfo — Unchanged India bowl first in bid to win series, West Indies make two changes
"Jewel Andrew replaces Kamil Pooran while Romario Shepherd is back for Quentin Sampson
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