IND vs WI Today 3rd T20I Prediction, Pitch Report & Fantasy Tips

The series is level at 1-1 heading into Indore, and with Holkar Stadium’s first-innings average sitting at a massive 200, Shai Hope’s 423 runs this season make him the man to watch for West Indies.

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India and West Indies head to Indore with the series tied at 1-1, after West Indies hit back in Ranchi following India’s win in Lucknow.

Ishan Kishan has been India’s most consistent batter this season, with 383 runs at an average over 54. West Indies have Shai Hope in outstanding form too, with 423 runs at an average of 60.43.

With the ball, Axar Patel leads India’s attack with 10 wickets, while Shamar Joseph remains West Indies’ main threat with 18 wickets. With home advantage and a venue suited to their top order, India go in as narrow favourites for this decider.

Match Details

Here are the key details for the IND vs WI 3rd T20I.

IND vs WI Pitch Report – Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore

Holkar is one of the most batting-friendly venues in India. The pitch offers true bounce and good pace onto the bat, and the shorter boundaries make it easier for batters to find the fence once they get set.

Across four men’s T20Is here, the first-innings average is a huge 200, with India once scoring 260/5 against Sri Lanka. Chasing has also worked well, with India running down Afghanistan’s 172 in just 15.4 overs in 2024.

For this match, 190-200 is a fair par score, and that can push past 200-210 on a flat, fresh surface. Spin does not dominate here the way it does at slower venues, so batters who get in should look to cash in. Dew is often a factor in night games at Indore, and if it shows up, that usually favours the team chasing.

Pitch Report Source: CricBuzz

IND vs WI Recent Form

The recent results of both teams provide some context ahead of the series decider.

Data Source: ESPNcricinfo

IND vs WI Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head has gone back and forth in recent meetings, with the series currently tied at 1-1.

Data Source: ESPNcricinfo

IND vs WI Probable Playing XI

The probable playing XIs for the series-deciding third T20I are as follows.

India:

Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (C), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Mayank Yadav

West Indies:

Shai Hope (C, WK), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph

Top Picks for IND vs WI Fantasy Team

These players stand out based on their recent performances and season statistics.

Top Batting Picks

• Shai Hope (WI, BAT/WK) — 423 runs this season at an outstanding average of 60.43. The form batter in this contest.
• Ishan Kishan (IND, BAT/WK) — 383 runs at an average over 54 this season.
• Abhishek Sharma (IND, BAT) — 348 runs at a huge strike rate over 230 this season.
• Sherfane Rutherford (WI, BAT) — 289 runs at an average of 57.8 this season.

Top Bowling Picks

• Axar Patel (IND, ALL/BOWL) — 10 wickets this season. India’s most reliable bowling option.
• Shamar Joseph (WI, BOWL) — 18 wickets this season, the leading wicket-taker across both sides.
• Matthew Forde (WI, BOWL) — 9 wickets at an economy of 8.35 this season.
• Mayank Yadav (IND, BOWL) — 7 wickets at a strike rate of 12 this season.

IND vs WI Best Fantasy Team

Here is a suggested fantasy team for the IND vs WI 3rd T20I.

Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

• Captain: Shai Hope
• Vice-Captain: Axar Patel

IND vs WI Toss Prediction

Prediction: Bowl first

Holkar’s toss record is split evenly at 2-2 between batting first and chasing, so there is no strong historical lean either way. But dew is a regular factor in night matches here, and ground staff have taken steps to manage it in the past, which tells you it is a real concern. If dew arrives as expected, bowling first and chasing under lights is the smarter move.

IND vs WI Today Match Prediction

Prediction: India to Win

India have home advantage and a venue that suits their top-order firepower, with Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma capable of quick starts.

West Indies are not to be written off. Shai Hope is in outstanding form, and Sherfane Rutherford can change a game fast. But India go in as narrow favourites to close out the series 2-1.