After an intriguing ODI series where West Indies Women triumphed 2-1, the focus now shifts to the T20I series. The hosts will look to capitalize on their momentum and extend their dominance against the Bangladesh Women, who are still searching for consistency. The first match of the series will be played at Warner Park, St Kitts, and promises to set the tone for the rest of the series. With West Indies Women holding a 4-0 record against Bangladesh Women in T20Is, the visitors have a tough challenge ahead. Can Bangladesh turn things around, or will West Indies continue their dominance?
Match Details
Match | West Indies Women vs Bangladesh Women – 1st T20I |
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Date | January 27, 2025 |
Time | 7:00 PM (Local) / 4:30 AM (IST, next day) |
Venue | Warner Park, St Kitts |
Broadcast | ESPN Caribbean, Fancode, ICC.tv |
Team Previews
West Indies Women Preview
The West Indies Women come into this series with confidence after a strong showing in the ODIs. Hayley Matthews has been leading from the front with both bat and ball. Her aggressive approach at the top of the order, alongside Qiana Joseph, will be key to providing the team with a solid start. The middle order, featuring power hitters like Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle, and Chinelle Henry, offers stability and firepower.
In the bowling department, the Windies have been exceptional. Their bowlers, led by Matthews, Afy Fletcher, and Aaliyah Alleyne, have kept the Bangladesh batters in check throughout the ODI series. Spinners, in particular, are expected to thrive on the slow surface of Warner Park. With a strong all-round setup, the hosts look well-poised to take an early lead in the T20I series.
Key Players: Hayley Matthews, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher
Predicted Playing XI:
Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Nerissa Crafton, Shabika Gajnabi, Aaliyah Alleyne, Zaida James, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack
Bangladesh Women Preview
The Bangladesh Women face an uphill battle as they transition from the ODI to the T20 format. Nigar Sultana, the skipper, will need to rally her team to recover from their disappointing performances in the ODIs. Sobhana Mostary has been one of the few consistent performers and will need to anchor the innings along with Murshida Khatun. The middle order, featuring players like Fargana Hoque and Sharmin Akhter, must step up and provide stability.
Bangladesh’s bowlers have struggled to make an impact, and this has been their Achilles heel throughout the series. Marufa Akter and Fariha Trisna will need to strike early to put the Windies under pressure. Spinners like Nahida Akter and Rabeya Khan could play a crucial role on the slow St Kitts wicket. The visitors need an all-round effort to challenge the formidable West Indies side.
Key Players: Nigar Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Nahida Akter
Predicted Playing XI:
Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sobhana Mostary, Murshida Khatun, Sharmin Akhter, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Fariha Trisna, Fargana Hoque, Marufa Akter
Fantasy Team XI
Player | Team | Role |
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Hayley Matthews (C) | West Indies Women | All-rounder |
Deandra Dottin | West Indies Women | All-rounder |
Shemaine Campbelle | West Indies Women | Wicketkeeper |
Qiana Joseph | West Indies Women | Batter |
Sobhana Mostary | Bangladesh Women | Batter |
Nigar Sultana (VC) | Bangladesh Women | Wicketkeeper |
Afy Fletcher | West Indies Women | Bowler |
Karishma Ramharack | West Indies Women | Bowler |
Nahida Akter | Bangladesh Women | Bowler |
Marufa Akter | Bangladesh Women | Bowler |
Aaliyah Alleyne | West Indies Women | Bowler |
Pitch Report
Warner Park, St Kitts, has a flat surface that slightly favors batters. However, the pitch tends to slow down as the game progresses, making stroke-making challenging. Spinners will play a vital role, as they can extract turn from the wicket.
- Average First-Innings Score: 128 runs
- Bowling Advantage: Spinners are likely to dominate the middle overs.
- Toss Prediction: The team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first, considering the difficulty of setting a total on a slow wicket.
Weather Conditions
The weather is expected to be pleasant in St Kitts, with temperatures hovering around 25-26°C. There is minimal chance of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted game.
Winning Prediction
The West Indies Women head into this contest with confidence, having dominated the ODIs. Their balanced squad, home advantage, and superior head-to-head record against Bangladesh Women make them the clear favorites. On the other hand, Bangladesh must overcome their batting woes to pose a challenge.
Predicted Winner: West Indies Women to win
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