Chattogram, October 29, 2025: West Indies continued their impressive form in white-ball cricket as they defeated Bangladesh by 14 runs in the second T20I at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram. With this win, the Caribbean side took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Match Summary
| Match Detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Fixture | 2nd T20I – Bangladesh vs West Indies |
| Venue | Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram |
| Toss | West Indies won and chose to bat |
| West Indies Innings | 149/9 (20 overs) |
| Bangladesh Innings | 135/8 (20 overs) |
| Result | West Indies won by 14 runs |
| Player of the Match | Romario Shepherd (WI) – 3/29 & 13 runs |
West Indies’ Strong Start and Mid-Innings Collapse
After winning the toss, West Indies captain Shai Hope decided to bat first on a slightly slow surface. The innings started with the early dismissal of Brandon King for just 1 run, but the Caribbean side recovered quickly through a 105-run partnership between Alick Athanaze and Hope.
- Alick Athanaze scored 52 runs off 33 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes.
- Shai Hope anchored the innings with 55 runs off 36 balls, hitting 3 fours and 3 sixes.
However, after reaching 106/1 in the 12th over, the Windies suffered a batting collapse, losing eight wickets for just 43 runs. Bangladesh bowlers Mustafizur Rahman (3/21), Rishad Hossain (2/20), and Nasum Ahmed (2/35) were the key performers with the ball.
Despite the slump, Roston Chase (17)* and Romario Shepherd (13) added crucial runs at the end to push West Indies to 149/9 in 20 overs.
Bangladesh’s Chase Falters Under Pressure
In response, Bangladesh got off to a decent start but struggled to build partnerships. Opener Tanzid Hasan stood out with a fighting 61 runs off 48 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes.
At one stage, Bangladesh needed just 65 runs in the final eight overs with seven wickets in hand. However, a dramatic collapse followed as Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, and Jason Holder tightened their grip on the game.
- Akeal Hosein: 3/22
- Romario Shepherd: 3/29
- Jason Holder: 2/20
The hosts eventually finished at 135/8, falling short by 14 runs.
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Romario Shepherd – The Game Changer
All-rounder Romario Shepherd was once again the difference-maker for West Indies. After scoring a quick 13 runs with the bat, he returned to deliver a fiery spell of 3 wickets for 29 runs, including the crucial dismissal of Tanzid Hasan.
His consistent performance in both departments earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award. Shepherd’s disciplined death bowling and ability to handle pressure proved vital in West Indies’ series-clinching victory.
“It was difficult to hit towards the end, but our focus was to keep it tight. The bowlers executed the plan well,” said Shepherd after the match.
Akeal Hosein’s Historic Feat
Left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein made history by surpassing Dwayne Bravo’s 78 T20I wickets, becoming the second-highest wicket-taker for West Indies in T20Is with 81 wickets in 83 matches. His 3/22 spell dismantled Bangladesh’s middle order and highlighted his consistency in the shortest format.
Captains’ Reactions
Shai Hope (West Indies Captain):
“We didn’t finish the innings the way we wanted, but credit to the bowlers. They’ve been exceptional. Despite some dropped catches, the spirit and energy were great.”
Litton Das (Bangladesh Captain):
“Our bowlers have been good throughout, but as batters, we need to take responsibility. 150 was chaseable, but losing wickets at key moments cost us.”
Scorecard Highlights
| Team | Score | Top Scorer | Best Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Indies | 149/9 (20) | Shai Hope – 55 | Mustafizur Rahman – 3/21 |
| Bangladesh | 135/8 (20) | Tanzid Hasan – 61 | Akeal Hosein – 3/22 |
| Result | WI won by 14 runs | — | Romario Shepherd – POTM |
With this win, West Indies have taken an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The victory also marked their first T20I series win in Asia in recent years and a strong statement ahead of the T20 World Cup preparations.
The third and final T20I will be played on October 31 in Chattogram, where West Indies will aim for a clean sweep, while Bangladesh will look to salvage pride.
Conclusion
Romario Shepherd’s all-round brilliance and Akeal Hosein’s record-breaking performance powered West Indies to a memorable win over Bangladesh. Despite fielding lapses, their disciplined bowling and match awareness proved decisive in a low-scoring thriller, cementing their dominance in the series.
