BARBADOS: India was sent to bat first in their final ODI against West Indies in Barbados. Similar to the last ODI, West Indies won the toss and allowed India to bat first. India will look to bounce back from the second ODI drubbing from the Caribbeans and will hope to leave behind their concerning form. The match also comes decisive for Kerala native Sanju Samson who failed to match the expectations after a somber batting display in the previous game that saw him return back to the pavilion with just 9 runs.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been rested for the final ODI. Ruturaj Dashrat Gaikwad will replace Axar Patel while Jaydev Unadkat is also a surprise inclusion. Meanwhile, West Indies have made no changes in their starting eleven. The series is currently hanging in balance at 1-1. India will expect nothing less than a victory as the tour comes as a pivotal boost for the team's preparation for the next year’s world cup.
West Indies recently saw a shocking exit from next year's world cup tournament and will look to find some solace by winning this series against India. Meanwhile, Indian international Ishaan Kishan is continuing his incredible display with bat and as a wicketkeeper. Rumors are already going rife about Ishaan being the first option for selectors as wicketkeeper in India's next year's world cup. Sanju Samson meanwhile needs to do some glitzy batting today to fight for his spot with Ishaan Kishan.