India opted to bowl first in the Test match against West Indies, handing the hosts a significant advantage. Akeal Hosein has replaced the injured Ronsford Beaton in the West Indies bowling lineup. The West Indies team has been in a state of transition over the past few years but has shown glimpses of their old self in this series. India's potent batting lineup has been in top form throughout their tour of the Caribbean. The loss of Ronsford Beaton due to injury has been a significant blow to the West Indies' bowling department.