WI-W vs BD-W Captain And Vice-Captian Choices (Source: @ICC/x.com, @terryfinisterre/x.com)
A thrilling ODI series between West Indies Women and Bangladesh Women has been wrapped up with the West Indies clinching a 2-1 victory. After wrapping up the 50-over series, both teams are set to face in a three-match T20I series. As the first match begins on January 28 at Warner Park, Basseterre, fans are waiting to experience another thrilling encounter.
West Indies Women Snatches The ODI Series
Before stepping into the third ODI match, both sides were standing at a balance of 1-1. The final ODI was the decider of the series and West Indies clinched the victory. While batting first, Bangladesh Women had a forgettable outing and the entire lineup faltered against the West Indies’ bowling attack. Fargana Haque scored 22 and Sharmin added crucial 37 runs. While bowling in the first innings, Karishma Ramharack shined with an incredible 4-wicket haul. Zaida James secured crucial 2 wickets and restricted the opponent to just 118 runs.
While chasing the target, the West Indies Women chased down the total in just 28 overs. After Hayley Matthews walked away after scoring 22 runs in just 33 balls, Qiana Joseph made a valuable contribution of 39 runs. Campbell and Deandra Dottin remained unbeaten scoring only 25 runs and 33 runs. Despite a spirited effort, Bangladesh's bowlers couldn't halt the charge, and West Indies Women sealed an 8-wicket win to claim the ODI series by a 2-1 margin.
The Warner Park, Basseterre– Pitch Report For 1st T20I Between West Indies Women And Bangladesh Women
Warner Park's pitch offers early bounce, which is advantageous for both batters and bowlers. At the start, the new ball shows good movement and bounce. However, as the match goes on, the pitch tends to slow down, providing more help to spinners. While batters can still score runs, both pace bowlers and spinners can exploit the conditions. As the game progresses, spinners are expected to become increasingly effective, creating a tough challenge for both teams.
Top 3 Captain And Vice-Captain Choices For WI-W vs BD-W
3. Nahida Akter: Known for huge experience and exceptional bowling ability, Bangladeshi bowler Nahida Akter is a standout choice for the captain or vice-captain’s role in the fantasy team. In the ongoing series, the talented bowler is in great form. In 3 matches, she secured 4 wickets with an economy rate of 4.26.
In the second ODI match, Nahida secured 3 crucial wickets while conceding just 31 runs with an economy rate of 3.10. That spell played a crucial role in securing the team’s victory in that match. As the T20I series begins soon, he can be a great choice for captain or vice-captain’s role.
2. Hayley Matthews: Hayley Matthews is a celebrated all-rounder in the cricket world. Known for her exceptional all-round abilities, she is in impressive form in the ongoing ODI series. In 3 matches, she scored 142 runs and secured 3 crucial scalps. Her all-round abilities are a big asset for the team.
In the last ODI, she played a crucial knock of 22 runs while opening the innings and also secured a crucial wicket after dismissing Sharmin Akter. Depending on her abilities and vast experience, she can be a great option for the captain and vice-captain’s role.
1. Karishma Ramharack: In the West Indies Women’s side, Karishma Ramharack is a huge strength of the side. Known for her unmatchable wicket-taking abilities, she can be a great choice for the captain or vice-captain’s role. In the ongoing series, she is in an exceptional form. In just 3 matches, she secured 8 crucial scalps.
In the third ODI match, she shined with a remarkable 4-wicket haul while conceding just 12 runs with an economy rate of 1.75. As the new series looms soon, her consistency and wicket-taking ability are making her the best choice for those roles.