Published on: Oct 16, 2026 7:00 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 16, 2026 4:11 pm IST
West Indies have drawn parity in the ongoing T20I series against India by winning the 4th T20I by 24 runs. They have pushed the verdict into the decider, set to be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Keemo Paul taught a lesson to the Indian bowlers and showed them how one has to bowl on flat tracks as he claimed his second 5-fer in T20Is. With the series now nicely poised, we are set for what is expected to be an epic decider in Bengaluru on Sunday, October 17. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 5th T20I, IND vs WI, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
From thrilling finishes to dominant runs, this T20I series has witnessed everything. Both teams have been at their best, and we are assured of another thriller of a contest in Bengaluru. India’s bowling has been their biggest headache, as West Indies have crossed the 240-run barrier not once but twice in this series. For West Indies, their bowlers kept a check on Indian batters in the last game, and Keemo Paul’s 5-fer was the icing on the cake. Expect the West Indian side to dominate the Indian bowlers again, especially skipper Shai Hope, who has been in the form of his life with twin hundreds and a fifty in the series. Expect the win probability meter to be even for both India and West Indies. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 5th T20I, IND vs WI, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
IND: 50% win chance WI: 50% win chance
In 3 innings so far in the series, Tilak has amassed 115 runs striking at a magnificent rate of 195. He remains a vital cog in the death overs.
Shai has been the batter of the series. In 4 innings so far, he has scored 261 runs at a mind-boggling average of 130.50 and an outrageous strike-rate of 190.51. Already having scored twin centuries in the series, Shai is the one to watch out.
Sherfane is another West Indies batter who has been a pain for the Indian bowlers. He has scored 221 runs so far in 4 innings in this series striking at a magnificent rate of 189.
The Indian wicket-keeper batter has scored twin fifties across the four innings so far in the series. Samson has been striking at a phenomenal rate of 192.41 making him a crucial bet.
Check out our prediction for the IND vs WI 5th T20I match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
For two games in a row, Kuldeep Yadav has been warming the bench. The Indian head coach is seemingly not willing to play his premier spinner in the eleven; instead, he is happy to go with one spinner in the eleven. Bengaluru’s wicket has traditionally been a good batting surface, but in recent times the ball has been gripping here.
With as many as four pacers in the eleven from the last two games—Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Nitesh Kumar Reddy—the Indian spin attack has been handled by Axar Patel and part-timer Naman Dhir. The Indian pace attack has been taken to the cleaners in the entire series by the West Indies batters; incorporating a spinner of Kuldeep Yadav’s stature should be the way going forward into the final T20I to claim the series.
Restoration is needed in the eleven because the current bowling attack is clearly struggling. The batters have done well in patches, but skipper Shreyas Iyer’s consistency in the middle order in this series has been a major issue. Expect things to fall in place in the final T20I with some rectifications so that India could claim the final T20I in Bengaluru to seal the series.
The West Indies have showcased their batting might throughout the series, with skipper Shai Hope leading from the front. In the form of his life, Hope has piled up two centuries and a fifty across the four games, setting the tone for his side’s aggressive approach. His consistency has been complemented by Sherfane Rutherford, who has hammered two 80‑plus scores, tormenting the Indian bowlers with sheer power. Shimron Hetmyer has chipped in with quick runs, adding further depth to the Caribbean batting arsenal.
While batting has been the standout, the bowling unit also made a statement in Hyderabad. Keemo Paul’s second five‑wicket haul in T20Is was a masterclass in adapting to flat tracks, proving that the West Indies attack can rise to the occasion. His performance, coupled with the batting fireworks, has given the visitors a balanced look heading into the decider.
With brute batting force already shining and the bowlers finding rhythm, the West Indies appear well‑placed to emerge victorious in the fifth and final T20I in Bengaluru, sealing the series in commanding fashion. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 35 WI won: 12 IND won: 22 Tie: 0 No Result: 1 RECENT form INDIA: W W L W L RECENT form WEST INDIES: W L W L W
Both teams have won two games each in this series. Having played 35 games so far in the format, West Indies have won 12 games, whereas India have won 22. One match between the two sides ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., India and West Indies, fare in the 5th T20I? Let’s take a look.
Kamil Pooran, Shai Hope (C/WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer, Keemo Paul, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph/Akeal Hosein/Matthew Forde
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 5th T20I between India and West Indies at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru:
At M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the toss will play a decisive role. With dew expected later in the evening, captains are likely to favor chasing under lights. A first‑innings score of 180–190 should be competitive, but batting second offers the advantage of clearer conditions and shorter boundaries, making run‑chases more manageable.
The online live streaming of the 5th T20I match of the West Indies tour of India will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 channels.
It’s tough to choose a winner between the two sides, considering the way both teams have played so far in this series. Both teams have won alternative games so far in the series, but the way West Indies defended a score in excess of 240 displayed their bowling strength. The team with the better bowling attack should win this contest. However, we are slightly in favor of the home team. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, are expected to win the IND vs WI 5th T20I match.
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