IND vs WI, 1st Test Preview: Youngsters in focus as India gear up for Dominica encounter

IND vs WI 1st Test 2023 Live Streaming: After a month-long break, the Indian men's cricket team is set to resume bilateral cricket ties with the first Test of the two-match series against West Indies.

This marks the beginning of India's campaign in the 2023-25 cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) following their disappointment in the WTC Final against Australia.

The new Test championship cycle poses a tougher challenge for India, especially with the absence of the injured Jasprit Bumrah. Even Mohammed Shami has been rested for this assignment in the Caribbean. And in their absence, the Indian bowling attack may lack the same potency that has made them a formidable force in recent times.

Led by Mohammed Siraj and supported by Shardul Thakur, the five-man bowling attack will face a stern test against the West Indies.

While Jadeja and Ashwin are certain selections, the final spot in the bowling lineup remains a decision between Mukesh Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, and Navdeep Saini for the first Test.

All eyes though will be on Yashasvi Jaiswal, who will make his much-anticipated debut in the two-Test series against a West Indies team looking for redemption after an early exit from the World Cup Qualifiers.

The inclusion of Ishan Kishan in the playing XI is another point of interest, but KS Bharat could once again get the nod ahead of the left-handed.

IND vs WI 1st Test Live Streaming Details

For those wondering about the live streaming details of the IND vs WI match, here's all the information you need to watch the series.

India and West Indies Squads:

India Team

Rohit Sharma (Captain), Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Axar Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, Navdeep Saini.

West Indies Team

Kraigg Brathwaite (C), Jermaine Blackwood (VC), Joshua Da Silva (WK), Alick Athanaze, Rahkeem Cornwall, Shannon Gabriel, Jason Holder, Alzarri Joseph, Raymon Reifer, Kemar Roach, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kirk McKenzie, Jomel Warrican.

When is the 1st India vs West Indies Test?

The first India vs West Indies Test will be played from July 12-16.

Where is the 1st India vs West Indies Test taking place?

First India vs West Indies Test will be played at Windsor Park in Roseau, Dominica.

What time will 1st India vs West Indies Test start?

The toss will take place at 7 pm IST while the first ball will be bowled half an hour later at 7:30 pm IST.

Where to watch 1st India vs West Indies Test on Television?

Fans in India can watch the IND vs WI Live Telecast on TV only on DD Sports. However, this broadcast will only be available exclusively on Free Cable Networks and not on DTH connections.

Is 1st India vs West Indies Test available For Live Streaming?

India vs West Indies series will be available on FanCode as well as on JioCinema, with the latter streaming the match for free.

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