Get the best IND vs WI match 52 preview, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and data for the 52nd encounter of the T20 World Cup 2026. Expert examination and more with India vs West Indies.
IND vs WI Preview Match 52 Super 8 Dream11 Prediction
Virtual knockout arrives at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens today on March 02! India battles West Indies in Match 52 of the T20 World Cup 2026. Winner advances while loser flies home.
Defending champions India suffered a shocking South Africa defeat before demolishing Zimbabwe ruthlessly recovering momentum completely. Their batting inconsistency keeps causing nervous moments despite bowling rescues regularly.
West Indies also lost to the Proteas meaning tonight becomes a semifinal eliminator basically. Both teams reached this crucial crossroads desperately. Tonight’s IND vs WI decides who joins the semifinals with everything riding on this encounter.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
Eden Gardens holds special memories for the West Indies winning the 2016 title here. IPL familiarity helps both teams know this venue intimately. The pitch report shows a dry surface with grass covering expected.
Conditions suit spinners initially before batting improves later typically. Both squads possess players who understand the T20 World Cup 2026 Eden Gardens conditions perfectly. Home advantage gives India a slight edge based on familiarity. Perfect weather with clear skies throughout today’s knockout battle guaranteed.
India vs West Indies Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 30
India: 19
West Indies: 10
NR: 1
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
India (IND) Playing XI
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy
West Indies (WI) Playing XI
Brandon King, Shai Hope (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
IND vs WI Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan (c), Shai Hope (vc)
Batsmen: Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shimron Hetmyer
All-rounders: Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy
Captain Choices for the Dream11 Prediction
- Ishan Kishan is a top Dream11 prediction for today.
- Shai Hope is a perfect captain choices for Fantasy Cricket Tips.
India vs West Indies Match Preview: Players to Avoid
- Rinku Singh might not be a part of the Playing XI.
- Washington Sundar might not feature in tonight’s crucial game.
This IND vs WI match prediction report suggests an exciting contest for the T20 World Cup 2026. Today’s fantasy Cricket Tips suggest that the toss and pitch will favour the chasing side. Captain choices should be from in-form players. Win probability suggests IND have 50% chances to win and 50% for WI.
