India had already secured the three-match ODI series against West Indies before the final match, taking an unassailable 2–0 lead with two eight-wicket wins. However, the third ODI brought an important change to India’s squad after fast bowler Prasidh Krishna suffered a left hamstring injury during the second match in Guwahati and was ruled out of the series finale.
The BCCI named Anshul Kamboj as Prasidh’s replacement, giving India another pace option ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. Mohammed Siraj was also available after sitting out the opening two matches, while players such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Dhruv Jurel remained possible options for rotation.
In this article, we look at the latest India vs West Indies 3rd ODI team news, Prasidh Krishna’s injury, Anshul Kamboj’s call-up and the probable playing XIs for both teams.
India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Match Details
| Detail | Information |
| Match | India vs West Indies, 3rd ODI |
| Date | October 3, 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur |
| Series Position | India lead 2–0 |
| Format | ODI |
The third ODI was scheduled at Mullanpur on October 3 and was set to become the first men’s ODI played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium. With India already leading the series 2–0, the match offered both sides a chance to assess their combinations ahead of future ODI assignments.
Latest India Team News Before the 3rd ODI
India entered the third ODI with the series already secured, but Prasidh Krishna’s injury forced a change to the squad. Shubman Gill remained captain, while Anshul Kamboj joined the ODI group as Prasidh’s replacement.
Mohammed Siraj was still available after missing the first two matches, giving India an experienced fast-bowling option. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Dhruv Jurel were also available as possible rotation choices.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir had also indicated that India would continue experimenting with players and combinations as they build towards the 2027 ODI World Cup. That made the final match more useful from a selection perspective despite the series result already being decided.
A 2–0 Lead Gives India Room to Rotate
India had won both opening matches by eight wickets, so there was no immediate need to make major changes to a successful batting combination. However, the final ODI provided an opportunity to give limited opportunities to other squad members.
The most obvious confirmed change was Prasidh Krishna’s absence, while any decision involving players such as Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal or Anshul Kamboj remained a selection possibility rather than confirmed team news.
Prasidh Krishna Injury Update
Prasidh Krishna was ruled out of the third ODI after suffering a left hamstring injury during India’s second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati. The BCCI confirmed the injury on October 1 and named Anshul Kamboj as his replacement in the ODI squad.
The injury was particularly important because India had already used a relatively inexperienced pace combination during the series. With Prasidh unavailable, the selectors had to choose between bringing Mohammed Siraj into the XI or giving Kamboj an immediate opportunity.
Prasidh Bowled Only Five Overs in Guwahati
Prasidh bowled only five overs in the second ODI and finished with figures of 1/45 before leaving the attack. He initially bowled four overs and later returned for only one over during his second spell.
India were forced to use other bowling options as West Indies produced 405/7, their national-record ODI total. The match eventually became a record chase for India, but Prasidh’s injury left another question for the final ODI.
His Absence Creates a Selection Opening
Prasidh’s absence created two clear possibilities for India. The first was to recall Mohammed Siraj, who had remained in the squad but had not played either of the opening two ODIs.
The second was to hand Anshul Kamboj an opportunity soon after his call-up. Kamboj had been added as Prasidh’s official replacement, but that did not automatically mean he would enter the playing XI. The final decision remained with India’s team management.
Why Anshul Kamboj Has Been Added to India’s Squad
The BCCI named Anshul Kamboj as Prasidh Krishna’s official replacement and asked him to join the Indian team in Chandigarh. Kamboj had been involved with India A against Australia A in Puducherry before receiving the senior-team call-up.
His addition gave India another fast-bowling option at a time when the team was already looking at different combinations ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Does Anshul Kamboj Automatically Enter the Playing XI?
No. Kamboj’s inclusion in the squad only confirmed his replacement status and did not guarantee an ODI debut.
India could instead bring Mohammed Siraj into the playing XI because he was already part of the squad and had international experience. Kamboj would become the more experimental option if the management wanted to use the dead rubber to assess another young fast bowler.
India’s Updated ODI Squad for the 3rd Match
India’s updated ODI squad for the third match was:
Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (vc/wk), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Naman Dhir and Anshul Kamboj.
Who Has Not Yet Had Much Opportunity?
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel and Mohammed Siraj were among the players who had not received much opportunity during the opening two matches. Nitish Kumar Reddy was also left out of the second ODI.
With India already 2–0 ahead, these players were logical names to consider for a possible change in the final XI, although none of those changes could be treated as confirmed before the toss.
Will India Rest Rohit Sharma or Other Senior Players?
Some reports suggested that India could rest Rohit Sharma for the third ODI and give Yashasvi Jaiswal an opportunity. However, there was no official confirmation from the BCCI that Rohit or any other senior player would be rested.
Therefore, any projected XI involving Jaiswal replacing Rohit should be treated as speculation rather than confirmed team news.
Why Yashasvi Jaiswal Could Come Into Consideration
With the series already won, India could potentially use the final ODI to test another opening combination alongside Shubman Gill. Jaiswal was one of the squad players who could come into consideration if India decided to rotate their top order.
However, it would be inaccurate to state that Jaiswal was certain to replace Rohit before the toss.
Shubman Gill’s Place Is Certain as Captain
Shubman Gill was one of the clearest selections for the third ODI because he was India’s captain and had produced outstanding performances in both matches. In the second ODI in Guwahati, Gill scored an unbeaten 223 from 133 balls while India chased 406 in just 43.3 overs.
His innings set a new record for the fastest double century in men’s ODI cricket, while he had already scored 110 in the first ODI. That meant Gill had centuries in both matches of the series.
Gill Has Led India’s Batting Across the Series
Gill’s 110 in the opening ODI was followed by his unbeaten 223 in Guwahati, giving him an exceptional start to the series. His form also made his place in the third ODI one of the least uncertain parts of India’s selection equation.
Unless there was a late fitness or workload concern, Gill was expected to remain at the top of India’s batting order and lead the side.
India’s Bowling Selection Is the Biggest Playing XI Question
India’s main selection question was around the bowling attack rather than the batting order. In Guwahati, the specialist pace options included Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi.
Prasidh was now unavailable, while Auqib had made his ODI debut in the second match. That left India with the choice of adding Siraj’s experience or continuing to assess younger pace options, including the newly added Kamboj.
Mohammed Siraj Is the Straightforward Experienced Option
Mohammed Siraj was the most straightforward experienced replacement for Prasidh Krishna. He had remained in the squad throughout the series but had not played either of the first two ODIs.
Bringing Siraj into the XI would allow India to replace an unavailable fast bowler without handing another player an ODI debut. His international experience would also give the attack a more established option.
Kamboj Offers India Another Evaluation Opportunity
Kamboj represented a different option because his inclusion would allow India to assess another young fast bowler. Gambhir’s comments about continuing to test players ahead of the 2027 World Cup made such an opportunity possible.
However, Kamboj’s debut remained a possibility rather than a confirmed selection. The squad announcement alone did not establish that he would play.
Should India Continue With Auqib Nabi and Gurnoor Brar?
Auqib Nabi made his ODI debut in the second match, while Gurnoor Brar took two wickets as West Indies scored 405/7. Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja also claimed two wickets each.
India therefore had a choice between continuing to expose younger bowlers to international cricket or bringing back an experienced option such as Siraj. The conditions in Guwahati also need to be considered because the match produced 811 runs and heavily favoured batting, making it difficult to judge the bowlers only from their figures.
India Probable Playing XI for the 3rd ODI
The following XI should be viewed as a projection rather than confirmed team news. The safest expected change was Prasidh Krishna’s absence, with either Mohammed Siraj or Anshul Kamboj taking his place.
Probable India XI – Conservative Selection
- Rohit Sharma
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Naman Dhir
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Auqib Nabi / Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Gurnoor Brar
- Mohammed Siraj / Anshul Kamboj
Alternative XI if India Rotates
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Naman Dhir
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammed Siraj
- Gurnoor Brar / Anshul Kamboj
The alternative XI was based on India’s 2–0 series position and the possibility of testing players who had received limited opportunities. It should not be treated as confirmed team news.
West Indies Team News Ahead of the 3rd ODI
The West Indies entered the third ODI with a major batting positive despite losing the second match. They scored 405/7 in Guwahati, with John Campbell, Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo all reaching centuries.
Campbell scored 101, Hope made 104 and Jangoo struck 114, but India still chased the target with eight wickets in hand. That made the bowling attack the bigger selection concern for the West Indies rather than their batting.
West Indies Could Consider a Bowling Change
Gudakesh Motie and Matthew Forde were outside the XI in Guwahati but remained options within the ODI squad. Either player could have been considered if the West Indies wanted to change the balance or add variation to their bowling attack.
There was no confirmed change before the toss, so both remained possible selections rather than certain inclusions.
West Indies Probable Playing XI
The projected West Indies XI was based mainly on the combination used in the second ODI, with the final two bowling positions offering the most room for change.
Probable West Indies XI
- John Campbell
- Keacy Carty
- Shai Hope (c/wk)
- Amir Jangoo
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Roston Chase
- Keemo Paul
- Alzarri Joseph
- Shamar Joseph / Matthew Forde
- Jayden Seales
- Vitel Lawes / Gudakesh Motie
West Indies used Campbell, Carty, Hope, Jangoo, Rutherford, Chase, Paul, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales and Vitel Lawes in the second ODI. The final two bowling positions were therefore the clearest areas for a possible adjustment.
How the First Two ODIs Could Influence Selection
| Match | West Indies | India | Result |
| 1st ODI | 295/7 | 300/2 | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd ODI | 405/7 | 406/2 | India won by 8 wickets |
India’s batting had required very little adjustment after two comfortable successful chases. The greater selection pressure was therefore on the bowling department, especially after the West Indies accumulated 700 runs across the opening two matches.
For the West Indies, the situation was almost the opposite. Their batting produced a huge total in Guwahati, but the bowling attack could not defend 405.
Why India’s Bowling Combination Matters More Than the Batting XI
India’s third ODI selection had a wider purpose than simply replacing Prasidh Krishna. Gambhir had indicated that India would continue giving different players opportunities while developing their combination for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The final match could therefore provide useful information about Siraj’s role, Kamboj’s readiness if selected, Auqib Nabi’s development and Gurnoor Brar’s ability to respond after a high-scoring match. It could also help India assess the balance between Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja and the seam options.
Mullanpur Will Host Its First Men’s ODI
The third ODI was scheduled to become the first men’s ODI at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. That meant there was very little ODI history available at the venue.
Because of the limited sample, historical ODI averages, chasing records or venue-specific trends should not be treated as established evidence for this match.
Selection May Depend on Match-Day Conditions
The lack of men’s ODI history at Mullanpur also made the final bowling combination harder to predict. India could assess the pitch during the inspection and decide whether they wanted an extra seam option, another all-rounder or the same spin combination used previously.
That decision could influence whether Siraj, Kamboj or another bowling option entered the XI.
Five Selection Questions Before IND vs WI 3rd ODI
- Does Mohammed Siraj replace the injured Prasidh Krishna?
- Could Anshul Kamboj make his ODI debut immediately after joining the squad?
- Will India rotate Rohit Sharma and give Yashasvi Jaiswal an opportunity?
- Does Nitish Kumar Reddy return after missing the second ODI?
- Do West Indies bring Gudakesh Motie or Matthew Forde into the bowling attack?
All five were selection questions rather than confirmed changes before the toss. The only confirmed Indian squad change was Prasidh Krishna’s absence and Kamboj’s addition as his replacement.
Confirmed Changes vs Probable Changes
| Development | Status |
| Prasidh Krishna unavailable | Confirmed |
| Anshul Kamboj added to squad | Confirmed |
| Shubman Gill remains captain | Confirmed |
| Siraj enters playing XI | Possible |
| Kamboj makes ODI debut | Possible |
| Rohit Sharma rested | Speculative |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal plays | Possible |
| West Indies alter bowling attack | Possible |
The BCCI directly confirmed the Prasidh Krishna and Anshul Kamboj squad change. Other playing XI changes remained possible or speculative until the teams named their final XIs at the toss.
Conclusion
India entered the Mullanpur ODI with the series already secured 2–0, but Prasidh Krishna’s hamstring injury forced a change to the squad equation. Anshul Kamboj officially replaced him, while Mohammed Siraj remained the experienced alternative for the playing XI.
Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli led a batting group that had produced two dominant chases, including India’s record 406-run chase in Guwahati. West Indies, meanwhile, needed to find a bowling combination capable of putting pressure on India’s top order after conceding 300-plus totals in both matches.
The final playing XIs would only be confirmed at the toss.
Frequently Asked Questions About India vs West Indies 3rd ODI
When is the India vs West Indies 3rd ODI?
The third ODI was scheduled for October 3, 2026, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
Is Prasidh Krishna playing the 3rd ODI?
No. Prasidh Krishna was ruled out after suffering a left hamstring injury during the second ODI in Guwahati.
Who replaced Prasidh Krishna in India’s ODI squad?
The BCCI named Anshul Kamboj as Prasidh Krishna’s replacement for the third ODI.
Will Anshul Kamboj play the 3rd ODI?
Kamboj was added to India’s squad, but his place in the playing XI was not confirmed. Mohammed Siraj was another available pace-bowling option.
Who is India’s captain for the West Indies ODI series?
Shubman Gill was India’s captain for the home ODI series against West Indies.
What is the score in the India vs West Indies ODI series?
India led the three-match series 2–0 after winning both of the first two ODIs by eight wickets.
What is India’s updated ODI squad for the third match?
India’s updated squad included Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Naman Dhir and Anshul Kamboj.
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