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Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has voiced strong criticism of the West Indies bowling unit. Following India's decisive innings and 140-run victory in Ahmedabad, Gavaskar questioned the quality of the West Indies attack. He contrasted the current team with past legendary West Indian players, highlighting a perceived decline in batting talent. The second Test is set for New Delhi.

India are set to embark on a new era at home as they face the West Indies in a two-Test series after the retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin. His absence has left a big void, but the series presents an opportunity for a new generation of spinners to rise and restore India's home dominance.

India captain Shubman Gill said that the wickets for the upcoming Test series against West Indies will have a good balance between bat and ball. India and the West Indies are set to lock horns in a two-match series set to begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad.

Washington Sundar and Sai Sudharsan’s recent rise in red-ball cricket is rooted not just in skill but in mental mastery. Behind the scenes, mental conditioning coach Raymun Roy has blended yoga, neuroscience, and cricket analysis into a unique framework. Techniques like quantum breathwork, hypnotherapy, and visualization have helped the duo stay calm, focused, and dominant under pressure.

West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph will miss the upcoming Test series against India. A lower back injury has ruled him out of the two-match contest. Jediah Blades will replace Joseph for the series starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. Jason Holder declined selection as a replacement. The team also lost Shamar Joseph earlier due to injury.