BAN vs WI 2nd T20 Match Preview – With their backs against the wall, Bangladesh will fight to keep the three-match series alive as they face a confident West Indies in the second T20I. The crucial encounter is set for Wednesday, October 29th, at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, the same venue that witnessed the visitors draw first blood.
The West Indies put on a clinical, all-round display in the first match to secure a 16-run victory. After a late batting onslaught from Player of the Match Rovman Powell (44* off 28) and skipper Shai Hope (46* off 28) propelled them to a competitive 165/3, their bowlers, led by veterans and new blood alike, dismantled the home side’s chase. Jason Holder (3/31) and Jayden Seales (3/32) were the chief destroyers.
For Bangladesh, the loss highlighted familiar woes. A top-order collapse saw them reeling at 42/4 inside the powerplay, a position from which they never fully recovered. Despite a late, spirited partnership from Tanzim Hasan Sakib (33) and Nasum Ahmed (20), the initial damage was too significant. Now, in this must-win game, Litton Das and his men have no margin for error.
BAN vs WI Match Details
| Match | Bangladesh (BAN) vs West Indies (WI), 2nd T20I |
| Series | West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2025 (WI lead 1-0) |
| Venue | Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 05:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
BAN vs WI Head-to-Head
The West Indies’ victory in the first T20I extended their slender lead in what has historically been a closely contested rivalry. Bangladesh will be desperate to pull one back and prevent the Windies from running away with the series.
| Format | Total Matches | Bangladesh Won | West Indies Won | No Result |
| T20I | 20 | 8 | 10 | 2 |
BAN vs WI Pitch Report
The first T20I confirmed the nature of the Chattogram pitch. It is a “sluggish” surface that offers assistance to both seamers and spinners. The ball doesn’t come onto the bat with pace, making stroke-play difficult for new batters. Fast bowlers who hit the deck hard, like Jayden Seales, can extract extra bounce, while spinners like Akeal Hosein will find grip and turn.
However, as Rovman Powell and Shai Hope demonstrated by smashing 51 runs off the last three overs, batters who get themselves in can score big. The team batting first has a strong record here, and setting a total of 160-170 could prove to be a winning one.
BAN vs WI Weather Report
The weather forecast for Chattogram on Wednesday evening is ideal for cricket. It is expected to be a clear night with no chance of rain. The temperature will be warm, hovering around 26°C, but humidity levels will be high at about 66%. Dew could become a factor in the second innings, which might be a slight consideration for the captain winning the toss.
BAN vs WI Probable Playing11
Bangladesh might consider a change to bolster their fragile top order, but they will likely stick with a similar combination. West Indies have no reason to alter a winning formula.
Bangladesh (BAN): Litton Das (c/wk), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman.
West Indies (WI): Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c/wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales.
BAN vs WI Squads
Bangladesh Squad: Litton Das(w/c), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Nurul Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Towhid Hridoy, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
West Indies Squad: Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope(w/c), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales, Ramon Simmonds, Ackeem Auguste, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie.
BAN vs WI Match Prediction
The momentum is firmly with the West Indies. Their performance in the first T20I was balanced and professional. Their power-hitters are in form, and their bowling attack has a perfect blend of pace, experience, and spin, which seems well-suited to the Chattogram conditions.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, is under immense pressure. Their top-order batting is a major concern, and they cannot afford another collapse. While their bowlers, led by Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman, are always a threat in home conditions, they need a competitive total to defend.
Unless the Bangladeshi top order finds an immediate and collective solution to their woes, the West Indies look the more composed and powerful side. Expect the visitors to clinch the match and the series.
Prediction: West Indies to win.
