Ranchi, October 8: Team India arrived at Birsa Munda International Airport in Ranchi on Thursday ahead of the second T20I of the five-match series against the West Indies, scheduled to be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex on Friday.
Led by T20I captain Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team received a warm welcome from local fans as the players made their way to the team hotel. Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and Ruturaj Gaikwad were among the players spotted arriving in official team gear.
India head into the Ranchi clash with a 1-0 lead in the series after securing a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in the opening T20I in Lucknow.
The hosts will now look to strengthen their grip on the series on home soil, while the West Indies will be eager to bounce back and level the contest.
The second T20I will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, on Friday, October 9, with the match scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST.
With India holding the early advantage, the Ranchi encounter promises another important test for both sides as they continue their preparations and build towards the remainder of the five-match series.
