WI vs BAN Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st T20I

West Indies last played five T20Is against England on home soil, losing the series 3-1. Meanwhile, Bangladesh featured in a three-match T20I series in India and failed to win any of those games.

By Pratyusha Bhawar

Updated - 15 Dec 2024, 16:27 IST

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Preview

After an action-packed Test and the ODI series, the spotlight now shifts to the T20 format as the West Indies are all set to turn their fortunes against Bangladesh in the first T20I of the three-match series, to be played at the Arnos Vale Stadium, Saint Vincent, in Kingstown, starting on Monday, December 16. Notably, both teams showcased some stellar performances in the two-match Test series. As a result, the result ended in a 1-1 series draw.

However, Shai Hope and his men showcased impressive performances in the ODI series, registering a clean sweep 3-0 over Bangladesh. Moving forward, the Rovman Powell-led side will look to carry their form in the T20I series and continue their winning streak, riding on the already gained high momentum. On the other hand, Bangladesh will be looking to bounce back and make a strong statement in the shortest version of the game.

Match Information

West Indies vs Bangladesh, 1st T20I

Bangladesh tour of West Indies, 16 Dec 2024, Mon, 5:30 AM IST ,Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent

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Weather Report

Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent

Clouds

26.6°C

83% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

West Indies

W
W
W
L
W

Bangladesh

L
L
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Jaker Ali

BAN - wk

48 Runs

1 Match

2

Jaker Ali

BAN - wk

176 Runs

2 Matches

3

Mahmudullah

BAN - all

196 Runs

3 Matches

4

Jaker Ali

BAN - wk

120 Runs

3 Matches

5

Mahidul Islam Ankon

BAN - wk

41 Runs

1 Match

146 Runs

2 Matches

1

Shahadat Hossain Dipu

BAN - bat

83.33

1 Match

2

78.38

2 Matches

3

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

187.50

1 Match

4

Jayden Seales

WI - bowl

200.00

1 Match

77.94

2 Matches

6

141.94

3 Matches

1

Hasan Murad

BAN - bowl

3 Wkts

1 Match

2

Taskin Ahmed

BAN - bowl

11 Wkts

2 Matches

3

Jayden Seales

WI - bowl

5 Wkts

2 Matches

4

Mahedi Hasan

BAN - all

8 Wkts

3 Matches

5

Hasan Mahmud

BAN - bowl

2 Wkts

1 Match

6

Jayden Seales

WI - bowl

10 Wkts

2 Matches

1

Hasan Murad

BAN - bowl

0.60

1 Match

2

Jayden Seales

WI - bowl

2.35

2 Matches

3

Jayden Seales

WI - bowl

4.47

2 Matches

4

Akeal Hosein

WI - bowl

3.63

2 Matches

5

Hasan Mahmud

BAN - bowl

2.50

1 Match

6

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

2.48

1 Match

Probable Playing XI

West Indies

JP Greaves, Keacy Carty, Alzarri Joseph, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (C), AJ Hosein, Johnson Charles, Evin Lewis, Brandon King (VC), Roston Chase, G Moti-Kanhai

Bench : SK Springer, T Hinds, OC McCoy, Romario Shepherd

Bangladesh

Liton Das (C), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (VC), Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Jaker Ali (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Afif Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed

Bench : Mahedi Hasan, Shamim Hossain, Mohammad Parvez Hossain, Ripon Mondol

Injury and availability news

From Bangladeshi side, Litton Das has been appointed captain for this T20I series after regular skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto gets ruled out due to hamstring injury. In addition, Towhid Hridoy (groin injury), Mustafizur Rahman (on a break after becoming a father) and Rakibul Hasan are missing, along with Mahmudullah, who has since retired from the format. On the other hand, from the hosts camp, Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford will remain unavailable due to their commitments in the Big Bash League in Australia. Their absence has led to Keacy Carty earning his maiden T20I call-up.

Pitch Report

The Pitch of the Arnos Vale Stadium has been a paradise for the bowlers. The batters needs to struggle here and if they overcomes the threat of new ball, this game might be an high-scoring encounter.

35%

Pace Bowling

65%

Spin Bowling

40%

Batting Pitch

121

Average Score

60%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

Rovman Powell WI | BAT

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell can be your top-picks, considering his great form in the shortest format of the game. The stylish right-handed batter is the power hitter and pose the ability to single-handedly thwart the Bangladeshi bowlers. He can be your captaincy pick.

9
C

Litton Das BAN | WK

Star Bangladesh cricketer is leading the side in the absence of regular skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, who has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury. After losing the ODI series, Bangla Tigers will be aiming to bounce back in the T20I series and the performance of Litton Das with the bat will be extremely crucial.

9
C

Nicholas Pooran WI | WK

West Indies power hitter Nicholas Pooran is capable of single handedly demolishing the Bangladeshi bowlers in the T20I format. The left-handed batter is one to watch out for from the WI vs BAN T20I series and his form with the bat can give you high returns. In addition, his work behind the stumps can give you additional fantasy points.

7.5

Brandon King WI | BAT

The West Indies Vice Captain is capable of hitting the big shots in the power play phase of the game. Therefore, fans can consider him as a top pick given that he gave a glimpse of his batting firepower in the second ODI.

7.5

Evin Lewis WI | BAT

The West Indies star batter had a great outing during the T20I series against England and he will be looking to continue his good batting mojo in the upcoming T20I fixture.

8.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz BAN | ALL

Mehidy Hasan Miraz is one of the most experienced players from the Bangladesh camp, capable of showcasing his form with both bat and the ball in the series.

7.5

Alzarri Joseph WI | BOWL

Pacer Alzarri Joseph is one of the standout performers from the hosts' camp, who possesses the ability to prove to be a big threat to Bangladeshi batters. Hence he can be a fine budget pick.

6

Gudakesh Motie WI | BOWL

The willy West Indian spinner will be the main spinner for the hosts, and he will aim to bamboozle the Bangladesh batting unit in this game. One can look to have him as a budget pick.

8.5

Taskin Ahmed BAN | BOWL

The right-arm pacer will be leading the pace attack of his side and aims to pose big threat to West Indies batting unit. One can look to have him as a budget pick.

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5.5

Shamim Hossain

BAN | BAT

6.5

Rishad Hossain

BAN | BOWL

Last Updated On - Dec 15 2024 4:27 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

WI

8 : 3

BAN

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14.5/100

Head To Head
Litton Das

9

Nicholas Pooran
VC

9

Rovman Powell
C

8.5

Evin Lewis

7.5

Brandon King

7.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8.5

Roston Chase

5.5

Romario Shepherd

8

Taskin Ahmed

8.5

Alzarri Joseph

7.5

Gudakesh Motie

6

Players
11/11

Team 1

WI

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
13.5/100

Grand League
Litton Das

9

Nicholas Pooran

9

Rovman Powell

8.5

Evin Lewis

7.5

Brandon King
C

7.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz
VC

8.5

Romario Shepherd

8

Taskin Ahmed

8.5

Alzarri Joseph

7.5

Gudakesh Motie

6

Tanzim Hasan Sakib

6.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

WI

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
11.5/100

Mega League
Litton Das

9

Jaker Ali

8.5

Nicholas Pooran

9

Rovman Powell

8.5

Evin Lewis

7.5

Brandon King

7.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8.5

Romario Shepherd

8

Taskin Ahmed

8.5

Alzarri Joseph
VC

7.5

Gudakesh Motie
C

6

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Players
11/11

Team 1

WI

7 : 4

BAN

Credits Left
11.5/100

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Litton Das

9

Jaker Ali

8.5

Nicholas Pooran

9

Rovman Powell

8.5

Evin Lewis

7.5

Brandon King

7.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8.5

Romario Shepherd

8

Taskin Ahmed

8.5

Alzarri Joseph
VC

7.5

Gudakesh Motie
C

6

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