In the second ODI match played on Tuesday at Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, the West Indies cricket team defeated Bangladesh in a Super Over, leveling the series 1-1.
Sports News: West Indies registered a thrilling Super Over victory against Bangladesh on Tuesday, leveling the three-match ODI series 1-1. Batting first, the Bangladesh team could only score 213 runs for the loss of seven wickets in their allotted 50 overs. In response, West Indies also scored the same number of runs, leading the match to a Super Over.
In the Super Over, West Indies, batting first, scored 10 runs for the loss of one wicket, in response to which the Bangladesh team could only manage 9 runs. Thus, West Indies secured a thrilling victory. Now, the third and final match of the series will be decisive, with the winning team claiming the series.
The Struggle of Both Teams: Match Ended in a Tie
Batting first, the Bangladesh team could only manage 213 runs for the loss of seven wickets in the allotted 50 overs. Cracks on the pitch and turning balls made scoring runs extremely difficult for the batsmen. In reply, the West Indies team also scored just 213 runs after playing the full 50 overs, leading to a tie and the decision being made via a Super Over.
In the Super Over, West Indies, batting first, scored 10 runs for the loss of one wicket. In response, the Bangladesh team could only score 9 runs, and thus the Caribbean team won the match by one run. With this victory, the three-match series is now level at 1-1. The third and final match will now be the decider of the series.
This Mirpur pitch remained in the headlines throughout the match. There were deep cracks on the surface, causing the ball to turn irregularly. Footwork and shot selection proved extremely difficult for the batsmen. Interestingly, West Indies had their spin bowlers bowl all 50 overs, which was a first in the history of international cricket for any full-member team.
Bangladesh's Innings: Rishad Hossain Saved Face
For Bangladesh, opener Soumya Sarkar scored the highest with 45 runs. He played a slow but composed innings, hitting three fours and one six off 89 balls. Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz steadied the team with an unbeaten 32 runs off 58 balls, while wicketkeeper Nurul Hasan contributed 23 runs.
In the final overs, Rishad Hossain scored an unbeaten 39 runs off 14 balls, hitting three fours and an equal number of sixes, taking the team to a respectable total. Thanks to his innings, Bangladesh avoided being all out.
West Indies' Innings: Shai Hope Again Played a Captain's Role
Chasing the target, West Indies had a poor start. Brandon King was dismissed without scoring on the third ball of the very first over. Subsequently, Alick Athanaze (28) and Keacy Carty (35) formed some partnerships, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. Captain Shai Hope stood firm at one end and displayed excellent patience. He scored an unbeaten 53 runs off 67 balls, guiding the team to the Super Over. Hope's innings proved to be the turning point of the match.
In the Super Over, West Indies, batting first, scored 10 runs. For Bangladesh, Captain Miraz and Rishad Hossain came out to bat, but West Indies' bowlers maintained accurate line and length, restricting the run rate. Ultimately, Bangladesh could only score 9 runs and lost the match by one run.