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The picturesque Warner Park in Basseterre, St. Kitts, will host the 1st ODI between West Indies and Bangladesh on Sunday, December 10, 2024. With the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy looming just two months away, Bangladesh aims to fine-tune its preparations for the marquee tournament in Pakistan, while West Indies, absent from the Champions Trophy, will be keen to showcase their strength in this home series.
After a confidence-boosting 2-1 ODI series victory over England, the West Indies bring momentum and pride into this clash. Conversely, Bangladesh comes in fresh off a resounding 101-run Test victory in Kingston and will look to carry that spirit into the ODI format.
Match Details
- Event: Bangladesh Tour of West Indies, 2024
- Fixture: 1st ODI – West Indies vs. Bangladesh
- Date: Sunday, December 10, 2024
- Venue: Warner Park, Basseterre, St. Kitts
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
Teams Preview
West Indies Preview
West Indies enter the series in high spirits, having defeated England 2-1 in their last ODI series. Skipper Shai Hope, with his impressive ODI average of 49.87, will anchor the batting lineup. The team will rely on explosive starts from Brandon King and Evin Lewis, while middle-order batters Keacy Carty and Sherfane Rutherford provide stability. Shimron Hetmyer‘s firepower makes him a game-changer in the lower middle order.
In the bowling department, Alzarri Joseph leads with pace and aggression, supported by all-rounders Romario Shepherd and Matthew Forde. Spin will be crucial, with Gudakesh Motie and Roston Chase expected to play key roles in keeping Bangladesh’s batsmen under control.
Key Players: Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
West Indies Predicted Playing XI:
Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph
Bangladesh Preview
Bangladesh will look to bounce back after a 2-1 ODI series loss to Afghanistan. Mehidy Hasan Miraz continues to grow as a dependable all-rounder and now leads the team with confidence. With experienced campaigners like Mahmudullah—fresh off a scintillating 98 in their last ODI—the team’s batting lineup has the firepower to challenge West Indies’ bowlers.
Openers Tanzid Hasan and Soumya Sarkar must provide solid starts, while the middle order featuring Zakir Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, and Jaker Ali is capable of rebuilding and accelerating.
The bowling attack, spearheaded by Shoriful Islam and Mustafizur Rahman, will aim to exploit early swing and variations to trouble the West Indies batters. Nasum Ahmed offers control in the middle overs, while Nahid Rana adds variety to the attack.
Key Players: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shoriful Islam, Mahmudullah
Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI:
Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Zakir Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali (wk), Nasum Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
Warner Park offers a batting-friendly surface with good pace and bounce. The last ODI at this venue between West Indies and Bangladesh in 2018 saw 584 runs scored, and the evolution of ODI cricket since then suggests an even higher aggregate is possible. Bowlers will need to rely on early movement and disciplined lines.
Average 1st Innings Score: 300+
Toss Prediction: Bat first. With 9 of the last 11 ODIs at Warner Park won by teams batting first, both captains are likely to opt for setting a target.
Weather Conditions
The weather forecast suggests a chance of rain during the early hours of the day, which should clear up before the match starts. Expect humid conditions with temperatures hovering around 30°C, offering ideal conditions for a full game.
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Batsmen | Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Mahmudullah |
| All-rounders | Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford |
| Bowlers | Alzarri Joseph, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman |
| Wicketkeeper | Shai Hope |
Winning Prediction
West Indies have momentum from their recent ODI series victory against England and boast a strong home record. While Bangladesh has shown flashes of brilliance and has a solid squad, the hosts’ balance and current form give them the edge.
Prediction: West Indies to win.
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