BAN vs WI Match Prediction 2nd T20I: Playing XI, Pitch Report & Head-to-Head | West Indies Tour of Bangladesh 2025

BAN vs WI 2nd T20I Match Prediction Preview: Bangladesh will lock horns with West Indies in the 2nd match of the T20I series. West Indies defeated Bangladesh by 16 runs in the first match. In that game, The Caribbean side opted to bat first and posted 165 runs, thanks to brilliant batting performance by Shai Hope and Rovman Powell.

In reply, Bangladesh team had a poor start, losing four wickets for just 41 runs. Towhid Hridoy and Tanzim Hasan Sakib tried to stabilise the inning, but their efforts were not enough as Bangladesh was bowled out for 149 runs. Jason Holder, Jayden Seales took 3 wickets each for West Indies, while Taskin Ahmed took 2 wickets for Bangladesh. In this match, Bangladesh will aim to level the series.

BAN vs WI 2nd T20 Match Details:

BAN vs WI 2nd ODI Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather report of the 2nd T2OI is not ideal, as there is a possibility(30%) of rain during the game. The temperature can go up to 33.4 C, with humidity around 55%.

The 2nd T20I will be played at Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram. The pitch of this venue favours the batters, however the surface tends to become sluggish in the second half. Therefore, winning the toss and opting to bat first would be a wise decision.

Lets have a look at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram stadium stats..

BAN vs WI Head-to-Head stats:

West Indies won 6 out of their last 10 matches against the Bangladesh Team.

BAN vs WI 2nd T20I Probable Playing 11

Bangladesh: Litton Das (c) (wk), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Nurul Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed , Mustafizur Rahman

West Indies: Shai Hope (c) (wk), Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales

Key Players to Watch

• Jason Holder(WI) is an experienced all-rounder in the Caribbean setup. He took 3 wickets in the previous match and is expected to replicate his performance.
• Shai Hope (WI) is a reliable batsman, he played a match winning knock of 46 runs on this slow track. He will be a good pick for this match.
• Taskin Ahmed (BAN) is renowned as a premier fast bowler of Bangladesh in the T20 format. He took 2 wickets in the last match.
• Towhid Hridoy (BAN) has been a consistent batter for Bangladesh in the middle order. He scored 28 runs in the last match and is expected to score 30-40 runs in this match as well.

Match Prediction: Who will win ?

Bangladesh lost the first game by 16 runs due their poor performance from their top-order. However, they played good cricket, having won 4 consecutive bilateral series, and is expected to make a strong comeback in this match. Litton Das’ form remains a major concern for them, and the team will be hoping for a solid start from their skipper in this match. 

BAN vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1 – If Bangladesh bat first

•  Powerplay Score Prediction: 40–48 runs
•  First Innings Total: 150–160 runs expected
•  Result Prediction: Bangladesh to win by 30–40 runs

Scenario 2 – If West Indies bat first

•  Powerplay Score Prediction: 30–35 runs
•  First Innings Total: 130–140 runs expected
•  Result Prediction: Bangladesh to win by 3-4 wickets.

Expected Winner: Bangladesh