Cricket Match Prediction | West Indies vs Bangladesh | 3rd T20I | Dec 20 – Can BAN white wash WI?

WI vs BAN Match Analysis

At 06:00 am BST on December 20, 2024, Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent, will host the 3rd T20I of a three-match T20I series between the West Indies and Bangladesh. West Indies, after a stellar performance in the ODIs, were expected by most fans to replicate their success in the shortest format. However, that hasn’t been the case, as they now find themselves 2 down in the 3-match series.

Bangladesh has much to celebrate in the T20 series, as this marks the first time, they have won a bilateral series against the West Indies since 2018.

WI vs BAN Team Preview & Squads

West Indies 

West Indies have faced significant criticism for their batting line-up. Despite having some of the best T20 batsmen, such as Nicholas Pooran, Andre Fletcher, and Rovman Powell, they have struggled to chase down relatively modest targets on what appear to be favorable batting tracks.

The opening pair of Brandon King and Johnson Charles has also faltered, failing to cope with BAN’s disciplined pace attack. Although WI has a couple of all-rounders like Roston Chase and Romario Shepherd, their batting depth remains inadequate.

The bowlers, particularly the spinners, have performed slightly better. Akeal Hosein has claimed 3 wickets and boasts an economy rate of under 4 runs. He will be joined by Gudakesh Motie, while the seam attack is expected to remain unchanged, with Alzarri Joseph and Obed McCoy leading the charge.

West Indies Squads

West Indies

Gudakesh Motie, Evin Lewis, Shamar Springer, Justin Greaves, Terrance Hinds, Brandon King, Alzarri Joseph, Romario Shepherd, Obed McCoy, Roston Chase, Johnson Charles, Akeal Hosein, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, and Keacy Carty.

Bangladesh 

Bangladesh will have plenty to work on moving forward. The top-order batting has been underwhelming, with Litton Das struggling throughout the tour and yet to play a significant knock. Similarly, Soumya Sarkar and Tanzid Hasan have failed to convert their starts into big scores.

In contrast, the middle order has fared better. Shamim Hossain has been striking the ball well, receiving solid support from Jaker Ali and Mehidy Hasan Miraz. The spinners have been outstanding, with Mahedi Hasan leading the wicket-taking charge with 6 wickets in the series, well-supported by Rishad Hossain. The seamers, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Hasan Mahmud, have collectively claimed 11 wickets.

Bangladesh Squads

Bangladesh

Rishad Hossain, Ripon Mondol, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shamim Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Jaker Ali, Parvez Hossain Emon, Taskin Ahmed, Liton Das, Hasan Mahmud, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzid Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, and Afif Hossain.

West Indies vs Bangladesh outfield report

Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent

Most typically, the team that wins the toss will choose to bowl first. Overcast skies are expected, with the possibility of a few light showers during the day. There is some grass on the Arnos Vale Ground’s pitch, however it is somewhat dry. For the faster bowlers and spinners who bowl in the proper spots, there is a lot of support.

WI vs BAN Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, West Indies has won two and Bangladesh has won two.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Prediction

Cricket analysts predict West Indies has a 58% 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.