India vs West Indies 2025: Probable Test Squad, Key Selection Battles, and Player Updates

India is set to announce its squad for the two-Test series against West Indies, starting on 2 October in Ahmedabad, with the selection meeting scheduled for 24 September. Led by chief selector Ajit Agarkar, the panel will finalize the lineup, balancing workload management and form after a busy international schedule.

The series marks India’s first home Tests without stalwarts Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and R Ashwin, all of whom retired before the England tour. The new generation, captained by Shubman Gill, drew the five-match series in England 2–2, providing confidence heading into the first home series of the season.

Key Selection Battles

• Jasprit Bumrah: Expected to play despite concerns over workload, especially with the T20 World Cup and upcoming series in Australia and South Africa.

• Middle Order: The No. 3 spot remains undecided. Karun Nair may retain his place after a subdued comeback in England, competing with Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal.

• Wicketkeeping: With Rishabh Pant injured, Dhruv Jurel is likely to start, supported by N Jagadeesan.

• Spin Department: Ravindra Jadeja leads in Ashwin’s absence, with Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar automatic picks. Axar Patel could earn a recall, competing with Manav Suthar.

Pace Attack: Likely comprising Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Akash Deep, with backup options including Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh. Mohammed Shami is unlikely to feature due to fitness concerns.

Probable Test Squad vs West Indies:
Shubman Gill (Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah

Bench: N Jagadeesan (wicketkeeper), Axar Patel, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Devdutt Padikkal

India’s selectors aim to blend experience with emerging talent, ensuring a strong performance at home against a West Indies side with a mixed record overseas.