• Bangladesh created history with a remarkable 27-run victory over the West Indies in the second T20I.

  • Bangladesh have acquired an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

Fans go wild as Bangladesh clinches a historic T20I series win against West Indies in the Caribbean Islands
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Bangladesh created history with a remarkable 27-run victory over the West Indies in the second T20I at the Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown.  This series win is a monumental moment for Bangladesh cricket, as they secured their first T20I series victory in the Caribbean and ended a six-year wait for a bilateral series win against the West Indies. Shamim Hossain‘s decisive contribution earned him the Player of the Match award. The final match of the series presents an opportunity for Bangladesh to complete a historic whitewash, while the West Indies will aim to salvage some pride in what has been a challenging series.

Shamim Hossain’s heroics power Bangladesh’s innings

Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Bangladesh managed to post a modest 129/7 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by Shamim, whose explosive 35 not out off 17 balls, featuring two fours and two sixes, provided the much-needed late momentum. Mehidy Hasan Miraz contributed a valuable 26 off 25 balls, while Jaker Ali chipped in with 21. West Indies’ bowling unit was disciplined, with Gudakesh Motie (2/25) and Akeal Hosein (1/16) leading the charge.

Bangladesh’s innings faced early jolts, as they lost Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan within the powerplay. The middle-order partnership between Mehidy and Jaker stabilized the innings before Shamim’s fireworks in the final overs lifted the total to a competitive level.

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West Indies collapse under pressure

Chasing 130, the West Indies faltered against a disciplined Bangladesh bowling attack. Taskin Ahmed‘s fiery spell (3/16) dismantled the top order, removing key players Brandon King and Andre Fletcher early. Mahedi Hasan‘s all-round brilliance shone as he claimed 2/20 and kept the run rate in check.

Roston Chase tried to anchor the innings with a gritty 32 off 34, but the lack of support from the other batters proved costly. Hosein’s late effort of 31 off 31 was the only other notable contribution, as the West Indies were bowled out for 102 in 18.3 overs. Rishad Hossain (2/12) and Tanzim Hasan Sakib (2/22) provided crucial breakthroughs, ensuring the hosts never regained momentum.

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