WI vs BAN 3rd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s 3rd T20I Match Between West Indies And Bangladesh?

Bangladesh to face West Indies in 3rd T20I on December 20 [Source: @BCBtigers/X.com]

For the final game of the bilateral tour, Bangladesh will square off with the West Indies on December 20. The third T20I will be held at Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown, St Vincent with the kick off time scheduled at 5:30 AM IST. Notably, the visiting team have already clinched the series with a 2-0 unassailable lead.

West Indies

West Indies faced a humiliating defeat in the T20I series after registering a clean sweep in the ODI series. Heading into the final contest, the hosts will aim to avoid a whitewash and end the series on a positive note. The Windies have struggled with both their batting and bowling, failing to capitalise on crucial moments in the first two games. Skipper Rovman Powell and his team will need to step up to challenge a confident Bangladeshi side.

Bangladesh

With a commanding 2-0 lead, Bangladesh sealed the series in the second game, securing a 27-run victory. Taskin Ahmed led the bowling attack with precision, helping Bangladesh defend another modest total and clinch the series. However, Bangladesh will miss the services of Soumya Sarkar in the final match. Sarkar, who injured his right index finger in the second T20I, has been ruled out of the fixture. Despite his absence, the visitors will look to maintain their momentum and secure a clean sweep.

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How will the Kingstown pitch behave?

The Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown offers a bowler-friendly track, making life challenging for batters. The ball tends to come onto the bat slowly. Hence, batters must rely on timing and proper shot selection to accumulate runs. Moreover, spinners are expected to play a significant role, particularly after the powerplay, as the pitch is likely to aid turn and grip. The average first innings score at this venue is around 135. Considering the conditions, the captain winning the toss might prefer to bat first. 

WI vs BAN: Players to watch out for

West Indies

Rovman Powell: Captain Rovman Powell is a top-order, right-handed batter who has shown his ability to build innings and score under pressure. In his last 5 matches, he has amassed 113 runs, which shows his consistency and potential to deliver impactful performances.

Nicholas Pooran: Nicholas Pooran is another player to watch. As a wicket-keeper batter, he provides dual value to the team. Over his recent 5 matches, Pooran has scored 134 runs, demonstrating his ability to anchor the innings and play aggressive strokes when required.

Akeal Hosein: Akeal Hosein is a skilled spin bowler with notable experience. In his recent 3 matches, Hosein has taken 3 wickets at an impressive average of 9.7. Additionally, his track record against the current opposition has been solid, having taken 3 wickets in recent encounters.

Romario Shepherd: He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler and contributes significantly with the ball in hand. In his most recent 3 matches, Shepherd has taken 2 wickets at an average of 43. His dual role as a bowler and potential lower-order finisher makes him a reliable all-rounder for West Indies.

Bangladesh

Taskin Ahmed: Taskin Ahmed is a key experienced player for Bangladesh. The fast bowler has been exceptionally consistent, picking up 8 wickets in his last 4 matches at an average of 13.9. His performance against this team has been particularly notable, with Taskin claiming 5 wickets in their recent matchups. 

Rishad Hossain: He is a skilled leg spinner who is best effective with his leg-break googly bowling. Hossain has been in excellent form recently, taking 5 wickets in his last 3 matches, and against West Indies, he scalped 3 wickets in the previous matchups.

Mahedi Hasan: Mahedi Hasan, the all-rounder, can bat as a right-hander and bowl off-spin. In his last 3 matches, Hasan has scored 37 runs. He is also a very effective bowler, with 8 wickets at an impressive average of 6.6 per match in recent games. His all-round performance makes him a key player to watch out for.

Hasan Mahmud: Hasan Mahmud is a promising fast bowler especially given his consistency in picking wickets. In the last few games, he has shown the ability to keep the opposition under pressure with his pace and movement.

Today's Match Prediction: WI vs BAN 3rd T20I

Predicted Top Performers

West Indies – Rovman Powell, Nicholas Pooran, Akeal Hosein

Bangladesh –Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain

WI vs BAN 3rd T20I: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 140-150

Predicted second innings score: 120-130

Predicted Result: The team batting first will likely have an edge in this match.

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