The West Indian cricket team will tour Bangladesh in October 2025 to play a three-match ODI seriesall of which will be held at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. The series begins on October 18, followed by matches on October 21 and 23. This series serves as an important match for both teams as they continue their preparations for upcoming ICC tournaments.
West Indies will enter this series in a mixed ODI format in 2025, having played three ODI series this year and won one. Their recent performances reflect a team still finding balance and consistency in their 50+ player lineup, with notable individual performances but a need for stronger collective displays to consistently challenge top teams. Historically, the West Indies have had a competitive advantage over Bangladesh in ODIs with 24 wins from 47 matches, but recent form has favored Bangladesh on home soil.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, have struggled in their 2025 ODI campaigns, losing both the ODI series they played this year. Despite the disappointing results, Bangladesh remain a formidable side at home, especially in Dhaka, where batting conditions generally favor confident strokeplay, and the pitch often helps the spinners as the game progresses. The return of key players such as Soumya Sarkar adds experience and firepower to Bangladesh’s batting line-up for this series.
BAN vs WI, 1st ODI: Match details
- Date and time: October 18; 1:00 PM IST / 07:30 GMT
- Location: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
BAN vs WI, head-to-head record:
Matches played: 47 | Bangladesh won: 21 | West Indies: 24 | No results: 2
Shere Bangla National Stadium Field Report:
The Shere Bangla National Stadium pitch in Dhaka usually offers a balanced battle between bat and ball. Early overs favor fast bowlers with some bounce and movement, but the surface collapses quickly to support stroke play. As the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, allowing spinners more spin and control. Hitters who can rotate the swing and play well will benefit. Dew is usually minimal, so bowling in both innings remains equally challenging. Generally, teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first to set a target, but they must be wary of the spinner-friendly middle overs to control the rhythm of the game.
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Selections:
West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Joseph, Khary Pierre, Jediah Blades
Bangladesh: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tawhid Hridoy, Mahidul Islam, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Hasan Mahmud
BAN vs WI, 1st ODI: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- West Indies win the toss and bowls first
- Bangladesh Powerplay Score: 40-50
- Bangladesh total score: 250-270
Case 2:
- Bangladesh wins the toss and bowls first
- West Indies powerplay score: 60-70
- West Indies total score: 300-310
Match result: The team that bats second wins the game.
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