West Indies vs Bangladesh | Cricket Match Prediction | 1st Test | Nov 22 – Who will win the first match?

WI vs BAN Match Analysis

At 08:00 pm BST on November 22, 2024, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, will host the first Test of a two-match Test series between the West Indies and Bangladesh.

The West Indies aim to secure an early advantage in the two-match Test series against Bangladesh. After enduring consecutive series defeats to South Africa and England, the hosts will be eager to bounce back.

Bangladesh will also look to reverse their fortunes following their series defeat against India. With a youthful squad, it will be intriguing to see if they can rise to the occasion and perform well.

WI vs BAN Team Preview & Squads

West Indies 

The West Indies are eager to break their nearly two-year drought without a Test series victory. Despite occasional flashes of brilliance, inconsistency has plagued the team. With a strong record against Bangladesh, they will aim to capitalize on it and secure a much-needed win.

Kraigg Brathwaite needs to take the initiative and form a strong alliance with Mikyle Louis. The team’s budding star, Alick Athanaze, needs to perform well in the middle order alongside Kavem Hodge and Keacy Carty. Joshua Da Silva and Justin Greaves bolster the lower middle order. 

The bowling attack will want to get things off to a good start. WI anticipates that Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales will provide them with the initial breakthroughs. Shamar Joseph is eager to succeed with Jomel Warrican after doing well in previous months. The team anticipates that Justin Greaves will perform well in his supporting role. 

West Indies Squads

West Indies Squads

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

Bangladesh 

Bangladesh will be led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who takes over as captain with Najmul Hossain Shanto sidelined due to injury. Coming off a whitewash against India, the team is desperate to regain their form and confidence. With a poor record in the West Indies, Miraz will look to get the best out of his young players in this series.

BAN will rely on Zakir Hasan and Mahmudul Hasan Joy to provide a strong start, as they face a challenging fast-bowling attack from their opponents. Mominul Haque, Litton Das, and Jaker Ali, who form the core of the batting lineup, will need to build solid partnerships. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Ahmed, key players in the lower middle order, will aim to push the team to a substantial total.

The conditions will be tough for Bangladesh’s bowlers, who will need early breakthroughs from Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana to apply pressure on the hosts. Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz will play a crucial role with the ball, and their performances will be vital for the team’s success. Nahid Rana is expected to provide strong support in the bowling attack.

Bangladesh Squads

Bangladesh Squads

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

West Indies vs Bangladesh outfield report

 Sir Vivian Richards Stadium