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India vs West Indies 4th T20I: India’s Unbeaten Hyderabad Record and 297-Run Feat

Posted on 14th Oct 2026 10:47 am by rohit kumar

Team India will face the West Indies in the fourth match of the five-match T20 International series at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Wednesday, October 14. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST, with India holding a 2-1 lead in the series. A victory would give India an unassailable 3-1 advantage and secure the series with one match remaining.

 

Hyderabad’s reputation as a high-scoring venue has added to the excitement surrounding the contest. India have won all three T20 Internationals they have played at this stadium, while their historic total of 297/6 against Bangladesh in 2024 remains a major talking point ahead of the match. The relaid pitch, possible dew and powerful batting line-ups could make another run-filled encounter possible. However, the new surface may also affect how the pitch behaves. India Today

 

India vs West Indies 4th T20I: Match Details

 

Match: India vs West Indies, 4th T20I

 

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026

 

Time: 7:00 PM IST

 

Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

 

Series: Five-match T20I series

 

Series score: India lead 2-1

 

India will look to finish the series in Hyderabad, while the West Indies will aim to level the contest at 2-2 and take the series to a deciding fifth match.

 

India’s Unbeaten T20I Record in Hyderabad

 

India will take confidence from their record at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The hosts have won all three T20 International matches played at the venue and will look to extend that unbeaten run against the Caribbean side.

 

The stadium also witnessed one of India’s most remarkable batting performances in 2024. India scored 297/6 against Bangladesh, setting a landmark total in men’s T20 Internationals. That innings remains India’s highest T20I score and underlines the venue’s potential for big totals.

 

Recent high-scoring matches at the ground have also raised expectations for Wednesday’s contest. Nevertheless, a freshly relaid pitch means previous scores should be treated as a guide rather than a guarantee of another batting-friendly surface.

 

Only One Successful Defence in Six Matches on the Tour

 

The six matches played between India and the West Indies on this tour so far—three ODIs and three T20Is—have produced an interesting trend. According to the supplied tour statistics, the team batting first has successfully defended its total only once.

 

That pattern could make the toss and the decision to bat or bowl first particularly important. If dew develops during the second innings, bowlers may find it harder to grip the ball, potentially helping the chasing team. The actual advantage will depend on conditions on the night.

 

The third T20I saw India defend a total of 223 runs and win by 14 runs, giving the team a timely boost after the earlier high-scoring games. Yahoo Sports

 

India vs West Indies Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

 

India have the advantage in the overall T20I head-to-head record. The supplied figures show that the two teams have met 34 times, with India winning 22 matches and the West Indies claiming 11 victories. One match ended without a result.

 

Shreyas Iyer and Naman Dhir Lead India’s Key Performers

 

Shreyas Iyer has emerged as one of India’s leading run-scorers in the series. According to the supplied statistics, he has scored 143 runs in three matches at a strike rate of 226.98, with a highest score of 102 not out. His ability to score quickly could be important on a venue known for big totals.

 

In the bowling department, Naman Dhir has taken five wickets in three matches, with best figures of 3/31. His knack for striking immediately after conceding a six is a notable feature of the supplied series statistics. India will hope he can continue making breakthroughs against the West Indies’ aggressive middle order.

 

Sherfane Rutherford Leads West Indies’ Run Charts

 

Sherfane Rutherford has been the West Indies’ leading run-scorer in the series, according to the supplied figures. He has scored 172 runs in three matches at a strike rate of 189.01, with a highest score of 84.

 

Rutherford’s power-hitting makes him one of the visitors’ key batters to watch. If he settles at the crease, he could help the West Indies challenge India’s total or build momentum during a chase.

 

Roston Chase has reportedly taken six wickets in three matches, making him the leading wicket-taker for the West Indies in the series. His ability to break partnerships could be crucial if India’s top order gets off to a fast start.

 

Hyderabad Pitch Report: Another High-Scoring Match on the Cards?

 

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has become associated with big totals in recent seasons. Scores of 310, 297, 286 and 277 have been recorded at the venue over the past two years, according to the figures supplied for this preview.

 

However, the pitch has recently been relaid, so its behaviour may differ from previous matches. India’s management will be keen to see whether the surface offers a fair contest between bat and ball.

 

Dew could also influence the match, particularly if it makes bowling more difficult in the second innings. With aggressive batters on both sides, a high-scoring game is possible, but the final conditions and toss decision will be important factors. The match-day weather forecast should be checked again closer to the start.

 

IND vs WI 4th T20I: Probable Playing XIs

 

The following are probable line-ups, not confirmed playing XIs. The final teams will be announced at the toss.

 

India (probable): Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Arshdeep Singh.

 

West Indies (probable): Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd/Quentin Sampson, Roston Chase, Shamar Springer, Keemo Paul, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie.

 

Team combinations may change depending on player fitness, tactical choices and conditions at the venue. Romario Shepherd or Quentin Sampson is listed as an alternative in the supplied West Indies XI; the final selection needs confirmation.

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