Bangladesh set a competitive target of 322 for West Indies in the third and final ODI of the three-match series in Basseterre on Thursday. Mahmudullah Riyad's unbeaten 84 off 63 balls and Jaker Ali's solid 62 off 57 anchored a 140-run unbroken stand for the sixth wicket, rescuing Bangladesh from a mid-innings wobble and lifting the total to 321 for 5 in 50 over. West Indies to bowl first against Bangladesh in 3rd ODI The innings began shakily for Bangladesh, with Alzarri Joseph removing Tanzid Hasan (0) and Litton Das (0) in quick succession, leaving the visitors reeling at 9 for 2. Soumya Sarkar (73 off 73) and skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz (77 off 73) steadied the innings with a 136-run partnership for the third wicket. Soumya’s composed knock, with six fours and four sixes, ended when he was trapped lbw by Gudakesh Motie. Soon after, Mehidy was run out in a moment of brilliance by Sherfane Rutherford, leaving Bangladesh at 171 for 4. Bangladesh announces squad for Women’s U19 Asia Cup Afif Hossain fell shortly after for 15, caught by Brandon King off Rutherford. Mahmudullah and Jaker Ali then took control, mixing boundaries with smart running between the wickets.Mahmudullah struck seven fours and four sixes, while Jaker added five boundaries and two sixes to lift the run rate in the final overs. Bangladesh added 104 runs in the last 10 overs, ensuring a strong finish. West Indies' bowlers struggled after their early breakthroughs, with Alzarri Joseph finishing as the pick with 2 for 43 from 10 overs. BPL Football: 3rd round of BPL Football begins Friday Gudakesh Motie and Rutherford claimed a wicket each, but the hosts now face a challenging chase to secure a clean sweep.

West Indies have won the toss and opted to bowl first in the third ODI against Bangladesh on Thursday in Basseterre.  The hosts won the first two matches of the series, ending a 10-year drought of an ODI series win against Bangladesh. Now, the hosts aim to register a clean sweep against the Tigers.  While the hosts eye a 3-0, Bangladesh are eager to end the series with a win.  Bangladesh made three changes to its playing XI, with Taskin Ahmed, Nasum Ahmed, and Hasan Mahmud replacing Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana, and Shoriful Islam. West Indies have also made some changes. Jayden Seals, who helped the hosts win the last match, is out with an injury to pave the way for Alzarri Joseph. Along with this change, Jediah Blades and Amir Jangoo are making their debuts for them in this match.  Bangladesh announces squad for Women’s U19 Asia Cup Bangladesh playing XI: Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Afif Hossain, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Nasum Ahmed. West Indies playing XI: Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Jediah Blades.//  

West Indies clinched the three-match ODI series with a dominant seven-wicket win over Bangladesh in the second ODI in Basseterre on Tuesday. Spearheaded by Jayden Seales’ fiery 4-22 and a clinical batting display led by Brandon King’s 82, the hosts chased down the 228-run target with 79 balls to spare. After winning the toss, West Indies opted to bowl first, and Seales delivered immediately. The pacer dismantled Bangladesh’s top order, reducing them to 54-3 within 10 overs. Bangladesh v West Indies, 2nd ODI: After promising start, Tigers bowled out for 227 Tanzid Hasan provided early resistance with a brisk 46 off 33 balls, but wickets fell regularly. Gudakesh Motie and Justin Greaves chipped in with crucial strikes, and despite a record 92-run partnership for the eighth wicket between Mahmudullah (62) and Tanzim Hasan Sakib (45), Bangladesh was bundled out for 227 in 45.5 overs. In reply, West Indies’ openers Brandon King and Evin Lewis laid a solid foundation with a 109-run partnership. King’s 82 off 76 balls, laced with eight boundaries and three sixes, set the tone. Lewis fell agonizingly short of a half-century, dismissed for 49 by Rishad Hossain. Keacy Carty added 45, and captain Shai Hope (17 not out) and Sherfane Rutherford (24 not out) finished the job comfortably. “We were clinical today,” said Hope. “We have been struggling to win series at home, hope to finish 3-0 now.” West Indies opt to bowl first in 2nd ODI vs Bangladesh It was West Indies’ first ODI series win against Bangladesh after 10 years.  Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz lamented his team’s batting collapse. “We didn’t bat well in the middle overs. Partnerships were missing. 300-plus was needed on this wicket,” he said. West Indies aim for a 3-0 whitewash, while Bangladesh looks to regroup ahead of their Champions Trophy preparations.

Bangladesh faltered after a solid start, managing 227 in 45.5 overs in the second ODI against West Indies in Basseterre on Sunday. Jayden Seales, who troubled the Tigers batsmen in the Test series that preceded the white ball cricket, was the wrecker-in-chief for the West Indies, bagging impressive figures of 4/22 off 9 overs, putting the hosts in control at the break. Bangladesh, asked to bat first by Shai Hope, began aggressively with Tanzid Hasan’s 46 off 33 balls, with four boundaries and two sixes. But Seales struck early, dismissing Soumya Sarkar (2) and Litton Das (4) in quick succession, followed by captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (1), leaving Bangladesh struggling at 54-3. Tanzid’s dismissal at 64-4 triggered further setbacks as Afif Hossain (24) and Jaker Ali (3) failed to stabilize the innings against Gudakesh Motie’s tidy bowling. Motie claimed 2-36, while Justin Greaves and Romario Shepherd picked up crucial wickets too. Read: West Indies opt to bowl first in 2nd ODI vs Bangladesh Veteran Mahmudullah anchored the innings with a hard-fought 62 off 92 balls, hitting two fours and four sixes. Respectability was salvaged thanks to young Tanzim Hasan Sakib, primarily in the team for his bowling, who contributed a fighting 45 off 62 deliveries. The duo added 92 runs for the eighth wicket, lifting Bangladesh past 200. It’s now the record of the highest eighth wicket stand of Bangladesh in ODIs. Mahmudullah and Sakib surpassed the 84 of Mohammad Mithun and Mohammad Saifuddin, which they scored in 2019 against New Zealand in Napier. The lower order crumbled quickly after Tanzim’s departure, with Shoriful Islam entertaining briefly with a quick-fire 15 off 8 balls. Shepherd ended the innings with Shoriful’s dismissal, capping off an efficient bowling performance by West Indies. West Indies won the first ODI by five wickets. A win today would seal the ODI series for them. Prior to the ODIs, the Test series was drawn 1-1. There's a T20I leg as well, after the 3-match ODIs get done.

Rain and sloppy fielding from the West Indies defined the opening day of the second Test in Kingston on Saturday, where Bangladesh reached 69-2 at stumps after only 30 overs of play. The match began five hours late due to a wet outfield, forcing Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz to bat first. The West Indies’ Kemar Roach struck early, dismissing Mahmudul Hasan Joy for 3 and Mominul Haque for a duck, his fourth in the Caribbean, to claim his 50th wicket against Bangladesh. Bangladesh recovered through Shadman Islam and Shahadat Hossain, who put together an unbroken 59-run stand to steady the innings. Shadman led the charge with a composed, unbeaten 50 off 100 balls, while Shahadat added 12 not out off 63 deliveries. Read: Bangladesh women seal ODI series with two consecutive wins West Indies failed to capitalize on their strong start, dropping three catches in crucial moments. The delayed start and slow outfield hampered scoring, with Shadman’s three boundaries and a six highlighting the day. The visitors hope the big partnership will carry into the second day as the pitch offers more for bowlers early on. Bangladesh lost the first match of the series in Antigua. In the two-match Test series, West Indies are leading 1-0.

Bangladesh narrowly avoided the follow-on thanks to fighting fifties from Mominul Haque and Jaker Ali, but West Indies remained firmly in control at the end of the third day of the first Test in Antigua. Bangladesh finished on 269 for 9, trailing the hosts by 181 runs after the West Indies had declared their first innings at 450 for 9. Despite several good starts from Bangladesh's top and middle order, none of their batters managed to replicate the big scores from the West Indian innings. Mominul struck a gritty 50 off 116 balls, while wicketkeeper-batter Jaker contributed a crucial 53 under pressure. Their efforts, supported by a late stand with Taijul Islam, ensured Bangladesh surpassed the follow-on target of 251 in the day’s final hour. The day began with Bangladesh on 40 for 2, and the visitors made slow progress on a surface that demanded patience. Shahadat Hossain added just 18 runs in a painstaking 71-ball stay before edging Kemar Roach to first slip. Mominul and Litton Das then stabilized the innings, adding 62 runs for the fourth wicket. Read: Zimbabwe stuns new-look Pakistan in rain-affected 1st ODI Mominul reached his 21st Test half-century but was trapped lbw by Jayden Seales shortly after lunch. Litton played with intent for his 40 off 76 balls but fell to a dragged-on dismissal against Shamar Joseph, leaving Bangladesh at 145 for 5. Stand-in captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz endured a hostile spell, facing bouncers from Alzarri Joseph and Seales. Mehidy struck a couple of boundaries but eventually succumbed to a short ball from Joseph, gloving it to short-leg. Jaker Ali and Taijul Islam then staged a spirited fightback with a 68-run partnership for the seventh wicket. Jaker’s 53 off 89 balls included four boundaries, while Taijul chipped in with a handy 25. Their stand frustrated the West Indian bowlers before Joseph bowled Taijul and Justin Greaves dismissed Jaker with a catch at deep midwicket. Towards the end of the day, Alzarri Joseph hit Taskin Ahmed on the helmet, leading to a heated exchange between the two. However, fading light prevented the West Indies from wrapping up Bangladesh’s innings. West Indies' bowlers shared the workload, with Joseph taking 3 for 69 and Seales and Greaves picking up two wickets each. Earlier, Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first. Read more: Antigua Test: West Indies dominate with Greaves' century and a late bowling burst West Indies declared their first innings on 450 for 9 wickets, with Justin Greaves hitting his maiden Test century and Mikyle Louis and Alick Athanaze scoring 97 and 90, respectively.

Mikyle Louis misses on a ton for three runs on day one of the Antigua Test against Bangladesh on Friday. Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first. At the end of day one, they posted 250 for five, with Justin Greaves and Joshua Da Silva remaining not out for 11 and 14 respectively. West Indies lost their first wicket for 25 runs when Taskin trapped Kraigg Brathwaite for lbw. It was an outside off delivery but sharply turned to the stumps. Kraigg missed it while driving and the ball hit his pads. Antigua Test: Louis hits fifty as West Indies build slowly vs Bangladesh In his next over, Taskin dismissed Keacy Carty for a duck. It was a soft dismissal. Taijul Islam took an easy catch at the mid-on. West Indies were reduced to 84 for three wickets. In the fourth wicket, Mikyle Louis  and Alick Athanaze added 140 runs. Louis fell for 97 when he was edged by Mehidy Hasan Miraz at the slip. Athanaze continued and fell for 90 runs. Athanaze fell victim to left-arm spinner Taijul Islam. The batter went for a sweep but missed it to edge to wicketkeeper. Antigua Test: Bangladesh opt to bowl first Bangladesh opted for a three-pacer attack in this match, taking Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, and Shoriful Islam in the XI. Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam is also on the team. Hasan Murad, who is yet to make debut for Bangladesh, is overlooked despite registering a hat-trick in the practice match ahead of the main series. Bangladesh hasn't had the best track record against the West Indies in Tests, having won just four out of twenty encounters. This time around, they'll be fielding a rather youthful side with several seasoned players missing. The second and final Test of the series will be played from November 30 in Kingston.  

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has named the squad for the two ICC World Test Championship (WTC) matches against the West Indies. It'll be Bangladesh's first Test series in West Indies since 2022, when they suffered a clean sweep in a two-match series. Bangladesh brought back left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam for this series. He missed home series against South Africa and also missed the India series before that. The first Test is scheduled to begin on November 22 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, followed by the second match on November 30 at Sabina Park in Jamaica. The tour will begin with a 4-day warm-up match from November 15-19 at Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua. After the Test series, Bangladesh will play a limited-overs segment, with the first ODU set for December 8 at Warner Park in St. Kitts. The subsequent ODIs are scheduled for December 10 and December 12, both at the same venue. Read: Pakistan beats Australia by 8 wickets to clinch 3-game ODI series Following the ODI series, the tour will conclude with a three-match T20I series in St. Vincent. The T20Is are slated for December 15, December 17, and December 19, all taking place at Arnos Vale Playing Field in Kingstown. Bangladesh Test Squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Litton Kumer Das (Wicketkeeper), Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice Captain), Taijul Islam, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, Hasan Murad.

The highly anticipated conclusion to the England tour of West Indies is upon us. With the series poised at 2-2, the final T20 International on December 21 at The Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad & Tobago promises a spectacular finale. Dramatic Series Unfolds The series began with West Indies seizing early victories in the first two T20Is, signaling a potential sweep. England, however, roared back with victories in the next two matches, displaying resilience and skill. The series, filled with remarkable performances, has now set the stage for a thrilling decider. Read more: From duck to diamond: Soumya reborn with brilliant 169 vs New Zealand Key Performances and Turning Points Andre Russell's return to form was pivotal for West Indies in the opening match at Kensington Oval, Barbados. His three wickets were crucial in restricting England, despite Phil Salt's explosive 40 off 20 balls. The chase, led by Brandon King's brisk start and a crucial seventh-wicket stand, saw West Indies home with four wickets in hand. The second match showcased the prowess of Brandon King and Rovman Powell, propelling the Caribbean side to a 10-run victory. In contrast, England's comeback was marked by Phil Salt's sensational 109 off 56 balls in the third match and a magnificent 119 off 57 in the fourth, tying the series and setting up a mouthwatering showdown. England T20I Squad Jos Buttler, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, Phil Salt, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Rehan Ahmed, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Tymal Mills, Josh Tongue, Adil Rashid, and John Turner Reece Topley. West Indies T20I Squad Rovman Powel, Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King, .Nicholas Pooran,  Sherfane Rutherford,  Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers,  Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd,Matthew Forde,  Akeal Hosein,  Johnson Charles,  Oshane Thomas,  and Gudakesh Motie. Predictions and Expectations As the final match looms, excitement builds. Both teams, champions in their own right, are prepared to battle for supremacy. While it's a tight contest, England might just edge out with their current momentum. Expect a thrilling four hours of high-octane cricket, filled with drama and excitement, as future stars and established veterans clash in this epic finale. Read more: New Zealand cruise home to win ODI series, Soumya’s century in vain

South Africa bowled West Indies out for 106 in a commanding 284-run win in the second test on Saturday to sweep the series 2-0. West Indies was facing a daunting target of 391 and collapsed under the pressure in its second innings, surviving for just 35.1 overs as South Africa won before tea on the fourth day at the Wanderers. Gerald Coetzee claimed 3-37 and six wickets in the match to play a leading role in the Proteas' attack in the 22-year-old fast bowler's second test appearance. Off-spinner Simon Harmer had 3-45 and left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj 2-4, although Maharaj didn't get the chance to improve on those impressive bowling figures after injuring his left ankle as he tried to set off on a celebratory run when his second wicket was confirmed on a television review. Maharaj threw his arms up and took a step as if to run off in celebration when Kyle Mayers was given out lbw, but then immediately slumped to the ground holding his left foot as his teammates stood around him. He was taken off the field on a stretcher. The bizarre injury didn't affect South Africa's push for victory as minor resistance by Joshua Da Silva (34), Jason Holder (19) and Alzarri Joseph (18) ended quickly. South Africa's victory was set up by new captain Temba Bavuma's big century on the third day that put the home team in total control of the test and set West Indies its huge target. Bavuma was 171 not out overnight and South Africa 287-7 in its second innings. And even though Bavuma fell for 172 early on the fourth day and missed the double-century he was targeting, and the home team was all out for 321, the lead was already more than enough to clinch the series.