West Indies men's cricket team
Short answer: The West Indies, run by Cricket West Indies and drawn from 15 Caribbean nations and territories, played their first Test in 1928. They won the first two World Cups (1975, 1979), the T20 World Cup twice (2012, 2016) and the 2004 Champions Trophy. They toured India in September–October 2026, so they are not on the remaining 2026-27 home schedule.
Key facts
- Governing body
- Cricket West Indies (CWI)
- ICC Full Member since
- 1926 (Test status 1928)
- First Test
- v England, Lord's, 23–26 June 1928
- First ODI
- v England, Headingley, 5 September 1973
- First T20I
- v New Zealand, Auckland, 16 February 2006
- Men's senior ICC titles (as of Nov 2026)
- ODI World Cup 1975, 1979 · T20 World Cup 2012, 2016 · Champions Trophy 2004
Short history
The West Indies played their first Test at Lord's in June 1928. From the mid-1970s to the early 1990s they were the strongest side in the world in both Tests and ODIs, built on a famous line of fast bowlers. They won the first two World Cups (1975 and 1979), reached the 1983 final (lost to India), won the 2004 Champions Trophy, and won the T20 World Cup in 2012 and 2016, the second in Kolkata.
West Indies and India
India's 1983 World Cup final win was against the West Indies. Their 2016 World T20 title was won at Eden Gardens. Their most recent tour of India was in September–October 2026.
Fantasy angle (our general view)
West Indies sides are often strongest in T20 cricket, with powerful hitters through the order. In India, their batters' boundary-hitting can produce big fantasy scores on small grounds, but spin-friendly middle overs are a recurring challenge. See T20 fantasy strategy.
Fixtures in India on our schedule
No match against India on our 2026-27 home schedule.
FAQ
How many World Cups have the West Indies won?
Two ODI World Cups (1975 and 1979) and two T20 World Cups (2012 and 2016).
Which countries make up the West Indies team?
Players are selected from 15 mainly English-speaking Caribbean nations and territories.
Did the West Indies play in India in 2026?
Yes, in September–October 2026; that series is complete. India's remaining 2026-27 home internationals are against Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe and Australia.