India vs West Indies Test series is set to begin, later today. Captain Virat Kohli will be returning after a much-needed break of three weeks. The key bowlers – Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Ishant Sharma – are rested. Shikhar Dhawan and Murali have been dropped. Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw, and Hanuma Vihari have been added to the squad, and Karun Nair wasn’t selected either. India vs West Indies 2018 First Test: Prithvi Shaw Test Debut Confirmed, Mayank Agarwal Misses Out As BCCI Names India’s Final XII Squad.

There have been a lot of debates and arguments for a long time now, before the two-match Test series. However, with all said and done, it is time for on-field action.  India vs West Indies 2018 Test Series Preview: After Overseas' Defeats, Virat Kohli's Men Seek Course Correction at Home Ahead of Tour Down Under.

India would be looking to maintain their top spot in the ICC Test rankings. The Test series would be a testing ground to see if India’s bench strength is strong enough, or say is prepared when the need arises. India vs West Indies 2018 Schedule: Full Match Timetable With Dates, Timings, and Venue Details as Windies Set To Play 2 Tests, 5 ODIs and 3 T20Is.

KL Rahul will be opening the innings. Prithvi Shaw is announced to make his debut along with Rahul, which means Mayank Agarwal will have to wait a little longer. Hanuma Vihari, who scored a half-century on his debut in England, hasn’t been selected in the first Test. India vs West Indies Test Series 2018: Mayank Agarwal, Kuldeep Yadav, Prithvi Shaw Amongst Other Key Players for Indian Team!

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The middle order will be comprised of Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, and Ajinkya Rahane. Umesh Yadav and Mohammed Shami will be leading the bowling attack, and Shardul Thakur can be an aide, provided India decided to go with the 3rd seamer. Also, if India goes with two spinners, it will be a toss-up between R Ashwin, R Jadeja, and K Yadav.

On the other hand, the West Indies board and players have had a struggle for a long time now. However, the players and board, both would be looking forward to putting those issues behind and be more than just a competitor in the series.

When is India vs West Indies 1st Test Match? (Know Date, Time and Venue Details)?

India will be playing against the West Indies in the first Test match, starting October 4. The match is scheduled to begin at 9.30 am, with the Toss set to take place at 9 am. The first game of the series will be hosted at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, in Rajkot.

Where to Watch Live Telecast of India vs West Indies 1st Test Match?

Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of India vs West Indies Test Series 2018. Fans will have to watch Star Sports channels in order to watch the series live. Also, the live telecast will be available in HD format as well.

 

Where to Get Free Live Streaming Online of India vs West Indies 1st Test Match? (HotStar and YuppTV Details)

Since Star Sports is the official broadcaster of India vs West Indies Test Series 2018, the fans can watch the match through online streaming too. The live match action will be made available via Star Sports' online streaming service, i.e. Hotstar.

The fans will also be able to watch the match through online streaming on YuppTV mobile app. It is easily available to download on Android's Play Store and Apple's AppStore. You can also catch the live ball-by-ball commentary and latest match updates provided by LatestLY!

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