West Indies vs India: Can West Indies Dominate India at Home?

West Indies are all set to start their tour with the ODI series, carrying momentum from their significant win over England last week. However, on the other hand, Indian captain Rohit Sharma would be looking to recover from the loss against South Africa in the ODI series last month. With India playing at home, they are likely to have the home advantage and dominate West Indies. While playing at the Narendra Modi Stadium, India has been super consistent, winning close games against tough oppositions. The upcoming ODI series would certainly be the test of the best against the West.

Team India has been among the top-tier teams in the circuit. After their recent defeat against South Africa in Tests and One Day series, India would be looking to play with positivity and intent. Team India, under their newly appointed ODI captain, Rohit Sharma, would be looking to win at home and secure important ODI championship points. With the likes of, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Shardul Thakur, and Washington Sundar in the team, they are all set to dominate West Indies and continue their home run performance. With their new head coach, Rahul Dravid, in the ranks, team India can exploit all the positiveness and aim for the win. India is a well-balanced unit, equipped in both batting and bowling department. India is likely to win the upcoming game and dominate West Indies.

• Virat Kohli;
• KL Rahul;
• Rohit Sharma;
• Washington Sundar;
• Mohammed Siraj.

West Indies are in great form, carrying their winning momentum from the home series win. Keiron Pollard and his men would be traveling under strict covid restrictions, looking to warm up and get a firm footing in the upcoming ODI series. There’s no doubt West Indies are T20 giants, but when it comes to ODI, they tend to struggle during tough situations. However, the ODI series opener might be a tricky game for visitors. With the likes of Brandon King, Darren Bravo, Fabian Allen, Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran, Akeal Hosein, Kemar Roach, and Romario Shepherd.

West Indies are traveling with decent bench strength and a combination of senior players traveling India. Many youngsters on their side haven’t played the ODI series in India before; however, few of them have played in Pakistan. West Indies is a well-balanced unit, looking to play sensible cricket and play according to their strengths.

• Nicholas Poran;
• Darren Bravo;
• Jason Holder;
• Akeal Hosein.

Comparing both the sides are their expected playing elevens, India definitely has the upper hand playing in their home conditions. Moreover, in the series opener, West Indian bowlers are likely to struggle and take time to get adjusted to conditions.