The fifth T20I between India and the West Indies has been delayed due to rain at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. There is no official confirmation about the new toss timings as it is still raining, and until the downpour stops, the umpires will not be able to make a decision. There was a prediction of heavy downpour and its likely impact on the series decider.

Both teams have been competitive throughout the series, with India winning the first and third T20Is. On the other hand, the visitors secured victories in the second and fourth games to level the series.

The ground in Bengaluru is a paradise for the batters and has witnessed high-scoring matches in international cricket and the Indian Premier League. 

India have added Bhuvneshwar Kumar to the team after left-arm speedster Arshdeep Singh was injured during the fourth game. He was hit on his shoulder, forcing the player to retire hurt during the team's run chase.

On the other hand, West Indies captain Shai Hope has scored two centuries in four matches, and he would like to end the tour on a winning note. 

For India, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and skipper Shreyas Iyer have shown form in patches.  The performance of the bowlers is a cause for concern, considering the flow of runs.