West Indies vs Bangladesh Match Prediction - Who will win today’s 2nd T20I match between WI vs BAN?

West Indies (WI) and Bangladesh (BAN) are set to continue their ongoing T20I series by playing the second T20I. Both sides will lock horns at the Arnos Vale Ground, St Vincent, on Wednesday, December 18. The visitors won the first T20I of the series and are leading 1-0.

The opening game saw the Tigers clinch a seven-run victory. The hosts after winning the toss, elected to field first and did a good job by restricting Bangladesh to 147/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The tourists' innings included valuable contributions from Soumya Sarkar, Jaker Ali and Mahedi Hasan. For West Indies, Akeal Hosein and Obed McCoy bagged two wickets each. 

In reply, the Caribbean side's innings suffered a disappointing batting collapse with only skipper Rovman Powell providing some resistance with his 60-run knock. With no help from the side, the hosts eventually lost the game by seven runs. For Bangladesh, it was Mahedi who picked four crucial wickets and earned the Player of the Match award for his performance. 

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Pitch Report

The Pitch of the Arnos Vale Stadium has been helpful for bowlers. The batters tend to struggle here and if they overcome the threat of the new ball, this game might be a high-scoring encounter. The batters would have to struggle and play proper shots to score runs. The ball would come slow onto the bat and spinners would also come into play after the powerplay. The average first innings score at this venue is 135.

Head-to-Head Records

Predicted Playing 11s for WI vs BAN

West Indies (WI):

Brandon King, Andre Fletcher(w), Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell(c), Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy

Bangladesh (BAN):

Litton Das(w/c), Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Mahedi Hasan, Afif Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud

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Probable Top Performers from WI vs BAN

Probable Best Batter: Rovman Powell

The West Indian skipper Rovman Powell looked in great touch in the first encounter. In a close encounter, the right-handed batter smashed 60 runs off 35 deliveries, lacing his innings with five boundaries and four sixes. Despite his efforts, the hosts suffered a narrow-seven run loss. Meanwhile, Powell will be confident going into this game and make sure this time he finishes the game for his team.

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Probable Best Bowler: Mahedi Hasan

The right-arm spinner, Mahedi Hasan will once again let his bowl do all the talking for the upcoming game. Hasan in the first match bagged four crucial helping the Tigers to defend a low total. The 30-year-old will once again look to use the conditions well and create challenges for the West Indies batter. 

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Today's Match Prediction: Team Bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

West Indies win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 30-40

BAN: 130-140

West Indies win the match.

Scenario 2

Bangladesh win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 40-50

WI: 140-150

Bangladesh win the match.

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author's understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.