Bangladesh Tour Of West Indies 2nd Test, WI vs BAN Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today's Match?

Jatin∙ Updated: Nov 29 2024, 11:00 PM | 4 Min Read

WI vs BAN 2nd Test Match Prediction [Source: @windiescricket/x.com]

West Indies are set to lock horns with Bangladesh in the second and final Test of the series at Sabina Park, Jamaica, starting Saturday, November 30. The hosts will aim for a whitewash whereas the visitors will look to level the series.

West Indies

In the first Test, the Windies came out swinging. Mikyle Louis smashed 97, Alick Athanaze hit 90, and Justin Greaves hammered an unbeaten 115 as Windies posted 450/9 in their first innings. With the ball, Alzarri Joseph grabbed three wickets, and Greaves and Jayden Seales picked two each. Bangladesh never got going, crawling to 269/9 declared.

The Windies stumbled a bit in their second innings, bowled out for 152. But Athanaze’s fighting 42 kept them in the driver’s seat. With 334 runs to defend, Kemar Roach and Seales were on fire. They picked up three wickets each and wrapped up Bangladesh for just 132.

Bangladesh

For Bangladesh, it was a tale of missed opportunities. Hasan Mahmud grabbed three wickets in the first innings, while Taskin Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan Miraz chipped in with two each. But their batters failed to deliver the goods.

Mominul Haq (50), Litton Das (40), and Zakir Ali (53) got starts but fell short when it mattered. Taskin’s six-wicket haul in the Windies' second innings gave Bangladesh a sniff, but their batting collapse in the fourth innings was the final nail in the coffin. A better batting effort is needed if Bangladesh are to win this game.

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How Will the Sabina Park Pitch Behave?

The pitch at Sabina Park is batter-friendly early on, with an average first-innings score of 320. But it’s not a free ride. Spinners will get some assistance, and pacers can expect a bit of bounce, though not always predictable. Batting in the fourth innings will be a real test which is why the captain winning the toss will look to bat first.

Players To Watch Out For In WI vs BAN 2nd Test

West Indies

Alick Athanaze

Alick Athanaze has been a consistent performer for the West Indies as he has scored 553 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 29.11 and a strike rate of 53.22. His ability to anchor the innings under pressure makes him a key player for his side.

Justin Greaves

Justin Greaves was exceptional in the last match as he scored a blistering century that paved the way for West Indies’ huge first-innings total. He also chipped in by bagging crucial wickets, which makes him a key player for the upcoming game.

Jayden Seales

Jayden Seales has been exceptional with the ball as he has snagged 30 wickets in 6 matches with an economy of 3.83 and a strike rate of 34.33. His ability to strike early makes him a vital asset for the West Indies.

Shamar Joseph

Shamar Joseph has claimed 24 wickets in his 7 matches at an economy of 4.05 and a strike rate of 39.91. His knack for breaking partnerships adds depth to the West Indies' bowling attack.

Bangladesh

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been outstanding for Bangladesh as he has amassed 559 runs in the last 10 matches at an average of 34.94 and a strike rate of 53.33. He has also been brilliant with the ball as,taking 36 wickets in 10 matches at an economy of 3.43 and a strike rate of 57.19. His all-round capabilities make him indispensable to the team

Mominul Haque

Mominul Haque has contributed 544 runs in 10 matches at an average of 32 and a strike rate of 55.79. His consistent performances have been crucial in holding Bangladesh's batting lineup together.

Hasan Mahmud

Hasan Mahmud has been effective as he has secured 26 wickets in 8 matches with an economy of 3.75 and a strike rate of 49.84. His ability to grab breakthroughs provides Bangladesh with a reliable pace option.

Today's Match Prediction: WI vs BAN 2nd Test

Predicted Top Performers

West Indies – Alick Athanaze, Justin Greaves, Jayden Seales
Bangladesh– Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mominul Haque, Hasan Mahmud

WI vs BAN 2nd Test: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 250-270
Predicted second innings score: 220-240
Predicted third innings score: 180-200
Predicted fourth innings score: 150-170

Predicted Result: The toss will be a big factor here, and the team batting first will likely have an edge in this match.

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