After an intense cricket encounter in the Caribbean, West Indies and Bangladesh they are ready to fight it in a three-match T20I series. The journey so far has been eventful, with the teams locking horns first in a two-match Test series that ended in a 1-1 stalemate. The West Indies then dominated the ensuing three-match ODI series, sealing a clean sweep with a 3-0 win, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling T20I encounter.
West Indies aim to maintain the momentum
Form: West Indies have shown a resurgence in form, particularly in the ODIs, where they have comprehensively outclassed Bangladesh. Their faction, led by lookalikes Nicholas Pooranand explosive hitters like Rowman Powellhe was in good touch. The bowling attack, with his pace Alzarri Joseph and its rotation Akeal Hoseinwas just as effective, displaying flexibility and depth.
Strategy: West Indies will be looking to continue their aggressive style, using their home conditions to put pressure on Bangladesh from the start. Their focus will be on maintaining the momentum from ODIs in the shortest format, where they have historically been formidable.
Bangladesh is looking for redemption
Form: After a mix-up in Tests and a disappointing ODI series, Bangladesh are in a position where they need to regroup and recalibrate for the T20Is. Their batting has been inconsistent, with only sporadic appearances from players such as; Litton Das. Bowling, especially the spin section with Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud in the rhythm attack, it has to go up.
Strategy: Bangladesh will look to exploit any complacency from the West Indies by playing smart cricket. They may focus on a more aggressive approach in the powerplays and use their spinners to control the middle overs, aiming to set or chase down competitive totals.
Bangladesh Tour West Indies 2024: T20I Series Match Details:
- First T20I: December 15, Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent; 5:30 am IST (December 16) /12:00 AM (December 16) GMT/ 08:00 PM Local
- Second T20I: December 17, Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent; 5:30 am IST (December 18) /12:00 AM (December 18) GMT/ 08:00 PM Local
- Third T20I: December 19, Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent; 5:30 am IST (December 20) /12:00 AM (December 20) GMT/ 08:00 PM Local
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Platoons:
Bangladesh: Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das(w/c), Parvez Hossain Emon, Afif Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Rishad Hossain, Tanzid Hasan, Ripon Mondol, Samim Hossain
West Indies: Brandon King, Andre Fletcher, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran(w), Rovman Powell(c), Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy, Shamar Springer, Terrance Hinds, Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves
Broadcast and Live Stream Details:
- India: Fancode App and Website.
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports 2 and TNT Sports
- Bangladesh: Toffee
- West Indies: ESPN, Disney plus
- South Africa: SuperSport (201), SuperSport (212)
- Pakistan: I didn’t find it
- New Zealand: Sky Sports 2
