Bangladesh national cricket team vs west indies cricket team match scorecard

On 28 October 2026, the West Indies cricket team delivered a commanding performance against Bangladesh in the opening match of their bilateral T20 series. Batting first, the West Indies posted a formidable total of 198/6, anchored by a blistering half-century from their top-order batters who capitalized on favorable conditions at the Providence Stadium. The Bangladeshi bowling attack struggled to contain the run flow, with only the spinners managing to exert brief periods of pressure. In response, the Bangladesh national cricket team faced early setbacks, losing key wickets within the powerplay. Despite a resilient middle-order partnership, the required run rate proved too steep to overcome against a disciplined Caribbean pace attack. Bangladesh concluded their innings at 162/8, falling 36 runs short of the target. This result gives the West Indies a 1-0 lead in the series, highlighting significant concerns for the Bangladeshi batting lineup ahead of the second encounter. The match concluded with the West Indies showcasing superior depth in both batting and bowling departments, setting a challenging tone for the remainder of the tour.