Bangladesh face West Indies in the 2nd T20I at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram, as both teams aim to gain an edge in this tightly contested series. The encounter promises a battle of explosive batting and potent pace, making for an exciting evening of cricket action.

Both teams carry striking lineups, brimming with youthful talent and seasoned campaigners. Bangladesh, led by Litton Daswill be buoyed by their spin options on a familiar surface. The hosts will look to Towhid Hridoy’s aggressive middle-order batting and Mustafizur Rahman‘s wily variations with the ball to counter the Caribbean flair.

West Indies, marshalled by Shai Hopebring power-hitters like Rovman Powell and Brandon Kingwho can shift momentum in an over. The seam attack, featuring Jason Holder and Romario Shepherdcombines experience with raw pace. All-round prowess from Akeal Hosein and Roston Chase remains crucial as the visitors seek a series lead.

BAN vs WI, 2nd T20I: Match Details

• Date and Time: October 29; 5:30 pm IST/ 12:00 pm GMT
• Venue: MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram

BAN vs WI, Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

Matches Played: 20 | Bangladesh won: 8 | West Indies: 10 | No results: 2

MA Aziz Stadium Pitch Report

Chattogram’s Matiur Rahman Stadium is known for its balanced surface, offering movement for seamers early but favoring spinners as the game progresses. Batters can score freely if they settle, but rapid wickets have flipped matches before. Dew may play a role in the second innings, adding intrigue for bowlers and fielders alike.

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Squads:

West Indies: Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk/c), Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario ShepherdAkeal Hosein, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales, Ramon Simmonds, Ackeem Auguste, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie

Bangladesh: Saif Hassan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Litton Das (wk/c), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Nasum Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mahedi Hasan, Shoriful Islam, Jaker Ali

BAN vs WI, 1st T20I: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• West Indies wins the toss and bats first
• West Indies powerplay score: 45-55
• West Indies total score: 165-185

Case 2:

• Bangladesh wins the toss and bats first
• Bangladesh powerplay score: 50-60
• Bangladesh total score: 170-190

Match result: Team batting first to win