IND vs WI, 5th T20I: Rain ruins Bengaluru decider, Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback washed out as series ends 2-2 – Action in pictures

The 5th T20I between India and West Indies was completely washed out due to the rain in Bengaluru, as the series ended in a draw.

Published on: Oct 17, 2026 11:22 PM IST

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The rain then returned in Bengaluru, as the match was called off after the cut-off time of 10.21 pm passed. (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi)

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With the match ending in a draw, the series remained level at 2-2, with captains Shreyas Iyer and Shai Hope sharing the trophy. (PTI)

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As the match began, India were put into bat first after West Indies won the toss. Bhuvneshwar Kumar was included in the playing XI for the first time in over 4 years.- (AFP)

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After that innings by Kishan, the run flow stemmed as West Indies picked some quick wickets. (PTI)

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Naman Dhir provided some late momentum into the innings as he hit 24 from 6 balls, as India reached 118/5 at the end of 7.4 overs. (PTI)

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India got off to a great start despite losing Abhishek Sharma early. Ishan Kishan played a whirlwind knock of 30 from 10 balls. (PTI)

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In the series decider at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the match was delayed a lot due to rain. The match then began at 9.15 PM with it being reduced to 9-overs-a-side game. (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi)