India Squad for West Indies Test Seri 2025: Full List & Updates

India Squad for West Indies Test Series 2025: The BCCI has announced the Indian squad for the two-Test series against the West Indies in October 2025. Following a thrilling 2-2 draw against England, this is India’s first home tour in the new World Test Championship 2025-27. Shubman Gill will lead the team as captain, while Ravindra Jadeja will be vice-captain. The team features a mix of experienced players and young talent, making for exciting cricket on home soil.

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India Squad for West Indies Test Series 2025

Shubman Gill(C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel(WK), Narayan Jagadeesan(WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Nitish Kumar Reddy

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Selection Highlights

• Karun Nair has been left out after an underwhelming England series.

• Devdutt Padikkal returns to the team following strong domestic performances.

• Rishabh Pant is sidelined due to a foot injury; Dhruv Jurel will take over wicketkeeping duties.

• Ravindra Jadeja steps up as vice-captain in Pant’s absence.

• Jasprit Bumrah is fit and ready for both Tests.

• Nitish Kumar Reddy was included as a versatile pace all-rounder.

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Why Karun Nair Missed Out

Karun Nair’s 205 runs at an average of 25.62 in four Tests against England were below expectations. Selection committee member Ajit Agarkar said Padikkal’s form makes him a good option for the series.

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Rishabh Pant Injury Update

Pant is recovering from a leg injury sustained during the England tour and is expected to be fit for the South Africa series, while Dhruv Jurel will keep the wicketkeeper’s role for now.

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India vs West Indies 2025 – Test Series Schedule

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Key Players to Watch in IND vs WI Test Series

• Shubman Gill – Captain and opener- sets the tone for India’s batting.

• Jasprit Bumrah – India’s strike bowler, lethal in home conditions.

• Ravindra Jadeja – Vice-captain and all-rounder, provides balance to the team.

• Kuldeep Yadav & Axar Patel – Spin duo expected to trouble the West Indies batters.

The Indian cricket team is all set for the West Indies Test series 2025. With Shubman Gill leading, and experienced players like Bumrah, Jadeja, and Kuldeep in the squad, India looks strong at home. Rishabh Pant will miss the series, with Dhruv Jurel as wicketkeeper.

Fans can expect exciting cricket in Ahmedabad and Delhi this October.

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