Bangladesh vs West Indies 2nd T20I ended with the visitors clinching a thrilling 14-run victory in Chattogram, sealing the T20I series 2–0. The match showcased disciplined bowling from the West Indies and yet another frustrating batting collapse from Bangladesh despite a strong platform set early on.
Match Summary & Key Contributions
Batting first, the West Indies posted 149/9, anchored by composed half-centuries from Shai Hope (55) and Alick Athanaze (52). The duo’s partnership was instrumental in setting up a competitive total after early setbacks.
In response, Bangladesh started confidently, with Tanzid Hasan leading the way with a stylish 61 off 47 balls. However, once he fell, the batting lineup crumbled under pressure. The home side ended on 135/8, falling 14 runs short.
Athanaze Praises West Indies Bowlers
After the game, Alick Athanaze lauded his team’s bowlers for their composure and discipline under pressure.
“Credit to our bowlers — they executed brilliantly in the final overs. We stuck to our plans even when Bangladesh looked in control,” Athanaze said.
The West Indies bowlers shared wickets evenly, with strong performances in both the powerplay and death overs, particularly from Romario Shepherd and Jason Holder. Their ability to take key wickets at crucial moments defined the match.
Tanzid Hasan Laments Missed Opportunity
On the other side, Tanzid Hasan expressed disappointment with Bangladesh’s inability to finish the chase despite a solid start.
“We had the game in our hands. The wicket was good, but we didn’t capitalize. Losing wickets in clusters cost us again,” Tanzid admitted.
Bangladesh’s poor shot selection and dropped catches earlier in the match compounded their woes. The middle order failed to accelerate, leaving too much for the lower order to do in the closing overs.
Implications of the Result
The win marks a significant breakthrough for the West Indies, ending a long winless streak in T20Is. The team’s renewed bowling depth and calm under pressure bode well ahead of upcoming tournaments.
For Bangladesh, however, the result exposes lingering batting inconsistencies and lack of composure in high-pressure chases. The management will likely reassess the batting order and finishing options before the final T20I.
The series outcome reinforces a familiar cricketing truth — bowling depth often determines success in tight matches.
