WI vs BAN 2nd T20I Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

West Indies will head for 2nd T20I against Bangladesh on December 18 [Source: @@cricket97bd/X.com]

Bangladesh toppled favourites West Indies in the first T20I encounter on December 16 and have taken lead in the series. The three match-affair will continue at Arnos Vale Stadium on December 18 where Powell and Co. will look to tie the series by bagging the second.

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I: Match Details And Live Streaming

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I Preview: Bangladesh

Bangladesh made a strong comeback from the recent ODI whitewash by bagging the first T20I win. West Indies, came close to pulling off a remarkable chase of 148 runs, however, exceptional bowling performances from Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Hasan Mahmud combined to deliver a superb final three overs that sealed the win for them by 7 runs.

The bowling trio is expected to be formidable once again at the Arnos Vale pitch for the second T20I, challenging the West Indies batters significantly. Meanwhile, Litton Das will be looking to regain his form at the top of the order, while Soumya Sarkar and Tanzid Hasan will aim to pose considerable threats to the West Indies bowlers in their second encounter and secure the series.

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WI vs BAN 2nd T20I Preview: West Indies

Despite a strong performance from Rovman Powell, who scored a rapid 60 runs off 35 balls, the West Indies batting lineup struggled significantly. However, Akeal Hosein and Obed McCoy stood out with the ball, each taking two wickets.

As the second match serves as a decider for the West Indies, the team will be eager to give their all to secure a victory. Nicholas Pooran, Roston Chase, and Brandon King did not perform well in the first match and will be looking to assert themselves in the upcoming game. Hosein and McCoy are expected to lead the bowling attack again, along with Alzarri Joseph, as they aim to take more wickets for the West Indies.

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I Pitch Report: How Will Arnos Vale Stadium Surface Behave?

The Arnos Vale Stadium in Kingstown, St Vincent, is known for its slow and low pitch, which often proves challenging for batters. Fast bowlers may find initial success with the new ball, but spinners typically dominate the middle overs. Batters will need to play patiently and build their innings before accelerating towards the end. Given the nature of the pitch, teams batting first usually have a slight advantage.

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I: Key Players And Stats

• Mahedi Hasan: 42 wickets and 351 runs in 52 T20Is; 6.61 ER
• Akeal Hosein: 59 wickets in 66 T20Is; 7.22 ER
• Nicholas Pooran: 2255 runs in 104 T20Is; Batting SR 136.67; Average 26.53
• Taskin Ahmed: 77 wickets in 71 matches; 7.55 ER

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I: Probable Playing XIs

West Indies Probable XI: Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Fletcher, Rovman Powell (c), Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy.

Bangladesh Probable XI: Litton Das (c), Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Afif Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud.

WI vs BAN 2nd T20I: Winner Prediction

After their surprising victory in the first T20I, Bangladesh will aim to secure another win and clinch the series. However, with the home advantage and strong potential for a comeback, the West Indies are favourites in the second T20I against Bangladesh.

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