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The second T20I between West Indies and Bangladesh will be played at Arnos Vale Ground in Saint Vincent as the hosts aim to bounce back after a narrow defeat in the series opener. The Men in Maroon find themselves in a must-win situation to level the three-match series, while Bangladesh will be determined to seal the series with a consecutive win.
West Indies captain Rovman Powell will look for a much-improved performance from his players in both departments. On the other hand, Bangladesh will be high on confidence after their all-around effort in the previous game, which saw them edge out the West Indies by a narrow margin.
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West Indies suffered a disappointing loss in the first T20I despite Rovman Powell’s captain’s knock. The hosts struggled with the bat, failing to build partnerships at crucial junctures. They will need their batting unit to step up in this must-win encounter.
Batting Strengths:
Captain Rovman Powell played a superb knock of 60 runs off 35 balls in the first game, smashing 5 boundaries and 4 sixes. He will need support from the likes of Johnson Charles, who showed glimpses of form with a quick 20 off 12 balls, and Nicholas Pooran, who has the ability to turn the game on its head. Romario Shepherd provided a late flourish in the previous game, scoring 22 off 17 balls, but the middle order must ensure they capitalize on starts.
Bowling Concerns:
The West Indies bowlers put up a decent fight in the first game, with Akeal Hosein (2/13) and Obed McCoy (2/30) being the standout performers. The team will bank on these two to provide breakthroughs again. Alzarri Joseph and Gudakesh Motie need to improve their control, as Bangladesh capitalized on loose deliveries.
West Indies Predicted Playing XI:
Rovman Powell (c), Brandon King, Andre Fletcher (wk), Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy
Bangladesh Preview
Bangladesh put on a disciplined all-around performance to clinch the first game. Their bowlers, led by Mahedi Hasan, ensured that the West Indies couldn’t accelerate in the death overs. Soumya Sarkar was their star with the bat, and the visitors will aim for a repeat performance to secure the series.
Batting Strengths:
Soumya Sarkar delivered a composed innings, scoring 43 off 32 balls, anchoring the chase beautifully. Jaker Ali and Shamim Hossain played crucial cameos of 27 each, maintaining the momentum. The likes of Litton Das, Afif Hossain, and Mahedi Hasan will need to step up to consolidate their batting lineup in the second game.
Bowling Brilliance:
Mahedi Hasan was exceptional in the opening game, picking up 4/13 in his 4 overs. He dismantled the West Indies middle order with his tight lines and clever variations. Hasan Mahmud and Taskin Ahmed also contributed with two wickets each, ensuring that West Indies couldn’t post a big total.
Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI:
Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Shamim Hossain, Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report:
The pitch at Arnos Vale Ground offers a balanced surface for both batters and bowlers. It has shown a tendency to favor slower bowlers, especially spinners, in the second half of matches. The average first-innings score here is around 125-130 runs.
- Best Strategy: Bat first and put runs on the board.
Weather Conditions:
The weather forecast predicts partly cloudy skies with light showers during the match. The temperature will range between 26-27°C with gentle winds blowing from the east.
Fantasy Team XI Prediction
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Rovman Powell |
| Vice-Captain | Mahedi Hasan |
| Batsmen | Soumya Sarkar, Jaker Ali, Nicholas Pooran |
| All-rounders | Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase |
| Wicketkeeper | Litton Das |
| Bowlers | Akeal Hosein, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Obed McCoy |
Match Prediction
The West Indies will be determined to bounce back strongly after losing the first game. With their batting and bowling showing flashes of brilliance, they will back themselves to level the series. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will aim to carry forward their momentum.
Prediction: West Indies to win and level the series 1-1.
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