WI vs BAN Match Analysis

At 09:00 pm BST on November 30, 2024, Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica, will host the second Test of a two-match Test series between the West Indies and Bangladesh.

The West Indies have claimed an early advantage in their home Test series against Bangladesh, securing a 1-0 lead with a victory in the opening match in Antigua. The focus now moves to Kingston, where the teams will face off in the second and final Test.

Bangladesh has a dismal Test record in the West Indies, having never secured a victory there. Given their current form, they will need an extraordinary performance to challenge the hosts in the second Test.

WI vs BAN Team Preview & Squads

West Indies 

The West Indies secured their first home Test victory in two and a half years, defeating Bangladesh by a commanding 201 runs in Antigua. After setting a daunting target of 334, the West Indies bowlers delivered a dominant performance, bowling out the visitors for a mere 134. While the bowlers shone, the batters were instrumental in shaping the win. The hosts declared their first innings at 450 for 9, bolstered by a gritty 140-run partnership for the eighth wicket between Justin Greaves and Alzarri Roach.

Roach contributed with his greatest Test score of 47, and WIGreaves achieved his first Test century. Their collaboration changed the course of events, enabling the team to go from 261 for 7 on the second morning to a commanding total that finally sealed the win.

Our number one pick for the hitter to keep an eye on in this game is Alick Athanaze, who scored 90 and 42 in the last game. Another reliable choice who can be trusted to score some runs is Kavem Hodge.

For the WI, the bowlers are playing very well. At home, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Kemar Roach, and Shamar Joseph are developing into a potent pace bowling attack that will once more pose a challenge to the Bangladeshi hitters. 

West Indies Squads

West Indies Squads

Justin Greaves, Joshua Da Silva, Kevin Sinclair, Tevin Imlach, Kraigg Brathwaite, Alick Athanaze, Anderson Phillip, Shamar Joseph, Alzarri Joseph, Mikyle Louis, Jomel Warrican, Keacy Carty, Jayden Seales, Kavem Hodge, and Kemar Roach.

Bangladesh 

Bangladesh’s batting woes continued in the first Test, where they folded meekly, posting 269-9 (declared) and 132 in their two innings. Jaker Ali’s 53 was the highest score for the team across both innings, highlighting once more the inconsistency of their batting lineup.

While there’s no shortage of talent, the batters struggle with the patience and discipline needed to succeed in these conditions. Alongside Jaker, Mominul Haque, Litton Das, and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz have shown promising form, and they could offer valuable contributions in the upcoming match.

The bowling attack has been spearheaded by Taskin Ahmed, who delivered a stellar performance with figures of 6-64 in the second innings of the last game. Hasan Mahmud and Mehidy have also been among the wickets. However, Shoriful Islam sustained an injury late in the match, and pacer Nahid Rana is likely to replace him in the next Test.

Bangladesh Squads

Bangladesh Squads

Zakir Hasan, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Hasan Mahmud, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Jaker Ali, Nahid Rana, Litton Das, Shoriful Islam, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Taskin Ahmed, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, and Hasan Murad.

West Indies vs Bangladesh outfield report

Sabina Park Kingston Jamaica

The team batting first has won three of the last four Test matches at Sabina Park with ease. However, both captains may be tempted to bowl first and take advantage of the conditions to get early wickets on the first day of the match, which is predicted to be gloomy and windy. 

Cloudy skies and scattered thunderstorms are predicted for the duration of the test. Thus, there is a chance that the contest will be interrupted. 

The fast, bouncy ground in Kingston, Jamaica’s Sabina Park usually favors pace bowlers, particularly in the early going. The surface tends to slow down and give spinners more support as the match goes on.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

West Indies has won five in their last five meetings, and Bangladesh has won none.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Prediction

Cricket analysts predict West Indies has an 83% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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