Get ready for an exciting showdown as India takes on the West Indies at the legendary Eden Gardens, a match that feels like a quarter-final for the 2026 T20 World Cup. With South Africa already securing their spot from Group 1, it’s all about winning for India to clinch a semi-final place. Eden Gardens has been a true stronghold for India in T20 internationals. Out of the eight T20Is played here, the Men in Blue have triumphed in seven, with just one loss, which dates back to 2011 against England. Since then, Kolkata has been a place of joy for the team. When it comes to facing the West Indies at this venue, India has been in complete control. The two teams have clashed four times in T20Is at Eden Gardens in 2018, 2021, and during a three-match series in 2022 and India has come out on top every single time. Overall, in their T20I encounters, India leads the head-to-head with a solid record, winning 19 out of 30 matches against the West Indies. As for the pitch at Eden Gardens during this tournament, it has mostly favored the batters. The ball has been coming onto the bat beautifully, allowing players to play their shots confidently. We’ve seen some impressive high scores, with teams batting first often aiming for totals over 190 to feel safe. Read also: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Sahibzada Farhan became only batter to have two centuries in a single edition of T20 World Cup Spinners have also found some grip as the game goes on, especially under the lights. Slower bowlers who can mix up their pace have had success, making the middle overs crucial. On the other hand, fast bowlers who rely just on speed have faced challenges, particularly in the final overs, where shorter boundaries and a quick outfield make it tough to defend totals. Meanwhile, the West Indies return to a ground filled with nostalgia. It was here in 2016 that they famously lifted the T20 World Cup trophy, thanks to Carlos Brathwaite’s unforgettable four sixes in the final over against England. However, their T20I record at Eden Gardens against India leaves much to be desired. India’s record at Eden Gardens in T20Is Matches Played 8 Matches Won 7 Matches Lost 1 No Result/Tied 0 First Match October 29, 2011 Most Recent Match January 22, 2025