Bangladesh tour of West Indies (2024) - Discussion Thread

[SpiritOf1903]

BanglaBall. Simmons doing a good job against his own country

 

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Shadman is out.

BD - 117/3 (22 overs).

Lead is now worth 135 runs.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Need to be careful here. Require 230+

 

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Need to be careful here. Require 230+

Yes. Target needs to be 250 minimum. 300 would be nice.

BD - 119/3 (leading by 137 runs).

 

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BD - 131/3 (24.5 overs).

Leading by 149 runs.

 

[jnaveen1980]

WIll Bangladesh squander the advantage they gained?

 

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Mehidy is out. Great review from West Indies.

BD - 132/4.

Leading by 150 runs.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Very evenly poised now. BD need a good stand here

 

[batandballbattle]

both set batsmen going in quick succession opens the door for windies again. 250 odd will be enough on this surface though so BD still favourites

 

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Kemar Roach may not be able to bowl. So, Windies are a bowler short now.

Kemar Roach is finally back on the field.

 

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BD - 143/4 (28 overs).

Leading by 161 runs.

Will Windies be penalized for a slow over-rate? They are not playing any frontline spinner. Only 1 over has been bowled by a part-time spinner.

 

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BD - 160/4 (31 overs).

Leading by 178 runs.

 

[Markhor]

Same thing happened to WI in their 2nd Test vs SA in Guyana.

They bowled SA out cheaply in the 1st inns before collapsing in a heap with the bat.

The batsmen just cannot exploit whatever hard work the bowlers produced.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Wicket!

Litton bowled Greaves

Bat to lunch tomorrow and 270+ easy still

That was a wicked cutter

 

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Litton is out.

BD - 173/5 (34 overs).

Leading by 191 runs.

 

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Wicket!

Litton bowled Greaves

Bat to lunch tomorrow and 270+ easy still

That was a wicked cutter

These movements are encouraging signs for BD bowlers.

Pitch seems spicy.

 

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Lead is now worth 195 runs.

Need to get 55 more runs somehow (minimum).

 

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Lead has crossed 200. Alhamdulillah.

BD - 183/5 (38 overs).

Leading by 201 runs.

 

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Out of 38 overs, only 1 over has been spin.

Will Windies lose WTC points for slow over-rate?

 

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BD - 187/5.

Leading by 205 runs.

Not far from Stumps.

 

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Stumps for Day 3.

BD - 193/5 (41.4 overs).

Lead is now worth 211 runs.

 

[Cricket Warrior]

Bangladesh is back in game now!

 

[batandballbattle]

Bangladesh's game to lose now. Windies batting couldn't support the bowlers, and then the bowlers didn't have a good 2nd innings as they sprayed it a lot.

 

[Dhakar Pola]

Anyone know why mominul has not batted yet? Way there any injury?

 

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Bangladesh's game to lose now. Windies batting couldn't support the bowlers, and then the bowlers didn't have a good 2nd innings as they sprayed it a lot.

I believe highest successful run chase in Jamaica is something like 212. So, Windies have to break a record if they are to win it.

Anyway, BD probably would want to set a target of 300 (250 minimum).

 

[Mainul]

Anyone know why mominul has not batted yet? Way there any injury?

Not injury. He is ill. Probably fever or stomach upset from 'Larayani biriyani'

 

[BouncerGuy]

Bangladesh is in a strong position with scores of 164 and 193 for 5 (Shadman 46, Mehidy 42, Shamar 2-70) leading West Indies' 146 (Carty 40, Brathwaite 39, Rana 5-61) by 211 runs. Their counter-attacking batting and precise fast bowling marked their best day on this West Indies tour so far. At stumps on the third day of the Jamaica Test, Bangladesh led by 211 runs after bowling out the hosts for 146. This marked only the second time in their history that they took a first-innings lead after being bowled out for less than 200 runs.

They performed significantly better in their second innings - the game's third - ending the day at 193 for 5, despite hostile bowling from the West Indies fast bowlers. The fielders also added pressure with their verbal exchanges, but Bangladesh mostly kept their cool. Umpires Kumar Dharmasena and Asif Yaqoob had to step in multiple times to address the West Indies players' behavior.

Earlier, West Indies squandered a strong position, collapsing to 146 all out, losing their last nine wickets for just 61 runs. Fast bowler Nahid Rana spearheaded Bangladesh's attack with a maiden five-wicket haul, including aggressive bowling that left Kemar Roach battered. Rana's figures of 5 for 61 also included dismissing Roach, who was forced to come out to bowl later in the innings due to his injuries.

Rana's morning spell continued his impressive performance from the previous evening. His height and pace generated extra bounce on the Sabina Park pitch, removing Brathwaite with a sharp 142kph delivery. Rana's bowling created opportunities, including a superb catch by Litton Das to remove Hodge after a missed chance by Taskin Ahmed.

Taskin also contributed by bowling Alick Athanaze off the under edge, while Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz chipped in with key wickets. Hasan Mahmud joined the party, trapping Joshua Da Silva lbw and getting Keacy Carty caught behind within three deliveries. Rana completed his five-for by dismissing Alzarri Joseph and Roach, ensuring a strong morning session for Bangladesh.

Shadman Islam showed solidity for Bangladesh, supported by an aggressive innings from Shahadat Hossain, who lifted Bangladesh's mood with quick runs. Mehidy Hasan Miraz also contributed significantly, striking four consecutive fours and forming a crucial partnership with Shadman.

Despite losing Shadman and Mehidy after the tea break, Bangladesh's Litton Das and Jaker Ali added valuable runs. They countered the West Indies' bouncers to extend Bangladesh's lead past 200, leaving the hosts struggling to keep the visitors' batsmen quiet. This effort led to a memorable day for Bangladesh in Jamaica.

 

[SportsWarrior]

Excellent come back by BD. They have a great chance of securing a rare away win. This WI batting is very vulnerable to collapses

 

[BouncerGuy]

Cricket West Indies Announces 15-Man Squad for CG United ODI Series vs Bangladesh

ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) is excited to announce the 15-man squad selected for the eagerly awaited West Indies Men’s CG United One Day International (ODI) home series against Bangladesh.

Dubbed the “West Indies Home for Christmas” series, the three-match encounter will be played at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts & Nevis, from 8–12 December 2024.

There are two changes from the squad which defeated England 2-1 in “The Rivalry” series, with all-rounder Justin Greaves and wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo replacing Hayden Walsh Jnr and Jewel Andrew, respectively.

During this period, Andrew will join a cohort of emerging regional batters in India to attend a batting camp at the Chennai Academy, concentrating on batting in spinning conditions.

Greaves, who brings good all-round ability, is back in the squad following his splendid run of form in the CG United Super50 competition, where he notched a record three consecutive List A centuries as well as a magnificent maiden test century against Bangladesh.

Jangoo also earns selection following a prolific Super50 season, where he topped the scoring chart with 446 runs in seven innings at an average of 89.20.

Commenting on the squad, Head Coach Daren Sammy,

“We continue to build towards the main target of the ICC Men’s 50-over World Cup where we are looking to broaden the pool of players even with the short-term objectives of winning series, especially at home and building momentum on the recent win against England.”

Sammy added that the inclusion of Justin Greaves and Amir Jangoo brings a balance and a dynamism to the unit.

“Greaves is capable of batting anywhere in the top six and brings that genuine all-round ability to the squad, which is welcomed at this stage, while Jangoo’s prowess in the CG United Super50 shows his flexibility to bring another dimension to our batting unit.”

Shai Hope will lead the team, with Brandon King as his deputy.

West Indies CG United ODI Squad:

1. Shai Hope (Captain)
2. Brandon King (Vice-Captain)
3. Keacy Carty
4. Roston Chase
5. Matthew Forde
6. Justin Greaves
7. Shimron Hetmyer
8. Amir Jangoo
9. Alzarri Joseph
10. Shamar Joseph
11. Evin Lewis
12. Gudakesh Motie
13. Sherfane Rutherford
14. Jayden Seales
15. Romario Shepherd

Team Management Unit (TMU):

• Head Coach: Daren Sammy
• Manager: Rawl Lewis
• Assistant Coach (Bowling): James Franklin
• Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith
• Assistant Coach (Batting): Floyd Reifer
• Physiotherapist: Denis Byam
• Strength & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers
• Massage Therapist: Darc Browne
• Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram
• Media & Content Officer: Jerome Foster

SOURCE: https://cricket-west-indies.prezly....-squad-for-cg-united-odi-series-vs-bangladesh

 

[jnaveen1980]

West Indies seems to be complacent. They have to learn to be ruthless.

 

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BD - 236/7 (54 overs).

Lead is now worth 254 runs.

 

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BD - 244/8.

Leading by 262 runs.

Jaker is on 69*.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Solid effort and a good few months for BD. 264 and counting should be plenty

 

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250 is up for BD.

BD - 250/9.

Leading by 268 runs.

 

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Six from Jaker. He is on 84*.

BD - 261/9.

Leading by 279 runs.

 

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Bangladesh are all-out for 268. Jaker is out on 91.

Windies need 287 to win.

Innings break.

 

[Dhakar Pola]

What an innings by jaker. Deserved a ton here

 

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What an innings by jaker. Deserved a ton here

He has been consistent since his debut. Played a good innings against South Africa too.

 

[Dhakar Pola]

He has been consistent since his debut. Played a good innings against South Africa too.

What do you recon? Can we win this with two spinners and the 2nd fastest bowler by avg speed this year?..

 

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Bangladesh are all-out for 268. Jaker is out on 91.

Windies need 287 to win.

Innings break.

Highest successful run-chase at Jamaica's Sabina Park is 212.

So, if Windies are to win this, they have to break the ground's record.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Phenomenal effort

 

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Windies - 14/0 (target: 287).

273 more to win.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Bowlers need to plug away. Spinners could be the deal-breaker

 

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Bowlers need to plug away. Spinners could be the deal-breaker

Nahid and spinners should be key. Nahid particularly.

In 1st innings, Nahid did the most damage (got a 5-fer and injured Kemar Roach).

 

[SpiritOf1903]

And a wicket!

 

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Windies lose their first wicket.

WI - 23/1.

264 more to win.

Lunch break.

 

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It rained during the lunch break but rain is gone now. Play is expected to resume on time.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Awful review

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Runs are quick on this pitch
Windies may just romp home

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Awful deshishin Dharmasena. Well down leg too

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Mahmudullah with a good catch. Brathwwaite gone, bowled Taijul

 

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Windies - 111/4 (28.1 overs).

176 more to win.

 

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Regardless of who win, it has been a good Test. Low-scoring and entertaining.

Much better than T20 garbage.

 

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Windies - 129/4 (33.1 overs).

158 more to win.

 

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Poor captaincy. Why has Nahid only bowled 4 overs, unless he is injured/sick? Should bowl more.

 

[batandballbattle]

If this partnership gets to 60/70+ Windies will be ahead. Still BD's game atm

 

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Windies - 133/4 (34 overs).

154 more to win.

Tea break.

 

[Markhor]

On a knife edge. WI need somebody to go big here like Kyle Mayers did in Chattogram in that runchase in 2021.

 

[jnaveen1980]

First time caught the match. It is depressing to see the empty stands. Sunday leagues would have more people. COmpared to the test matches in West indies in the 80s and before this is a sorry sight.I don't see any soul other than staffs from both sides.

 

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On a knife edge. WI need somebody to go big here like Kyle Mayers did in Chattogram in that runchase in 2021.

It would be a record at this ground if Windies can win it.

212 is the highest ever successful run-chase in Jamaica. Windies need 287.

 

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Windies - 139/4.

148 more to win.

BD need quick wickets. Game is slipping away.

 

[Rajdeep]

WI showing these minnows their rightful place

 

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Windies lose their 5th wicket. Taijul has his 4th wicket.

WI - 143/5.

144 more to win.

Game is on balance.

 

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WI showing these minnows their rightful place

WI - 143/5.

144 more to win.

Not sure if you understand cricket. Windies are not showing much in this Test; they showed last Test.

 

[Cricket Warrior]

Windies lose their 5th wicket. Taijul has his 4th wicket.

WI - 143/5.

144 more to win.

Game is on balance.

one more wicket here and game is over for WI

 

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one more wicket here and game is over for WI

It should be over before Tea tomorrow either way.

 

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Windies - 154/5.

133 more to win.

 

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Wicket. Windies lose their 6th wicket.

WI - 156/6.

131 more to win.

 

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Windies need 128 runs. BD need 4 wickets.

Can BD finish the game today? Windies tail has started.

 

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This is BD's final WTC Test. Would be nice if they can end the campaign with a win.

 

[Markhor]

BD favourites now. This match going same way as the Test that WI dropped against SA in Guyana a few months ago.

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Bangla been clinical. Simmons won't be very popular in the Windies.


Bravo

 

[SpiritOf1903]

Looks fairly plumb. 7 down. Da Silva lbw

 

[Rajdeep]

123 runs needed. C'mmon Windies

 

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Da Silva is out. West Indies's final recognized batter is out.

WI - 164/7.

Windies need 123 more to win.

 

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Another 5-fer for Taijul. This is his 15th 5-fer in Test cricket.

 

[jnaveen1980]

Looking at the variable bounce and pace WI not playing even one specalist spinner is bizarre.

 

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Roach is slogging. Back to back boundaries.

WI - 172/7.

115 more to win.

 

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Windies lose their 8th wicket.

178/8.

113 more to win.

 

[jnaveen1980]

Hasan Mahmud action at release point looks "interesting". Worth having another look