Bangladesh vs West Indies Second Test 2022
Bangladesh Suffer its 100 Test Defeats
Bangladesh couldn’t avoid the whitewash against West Indies, losing the BAN vs WI Test series 2022 at 2-0. The West Indian team won the second match by 10 wickets on Monday (June 27) at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia. The loss in the second match was Bangladesh’s 100th defeat in the Test format and also the fastest to do so. On the other hand, the West Indies have added some important points to their ICC Test Championship points table with two back-to-back victories. The report of the second match in BAN vs WI Test series 2022 and the record of 100 Test defeats of different countries are discussed in this article.
Bangladesh vs West Indies Second Test: Match Report
In response to Bangladesh’s 234 runs, West Indies managed to score 408 runs in their first innings and took a 174-run lead. The middle-order batter, Kyle Mayers, played a marvelous knock of 146 and made a couple of solid partnerships with Jermaine Blackwood and Joshua Da Silva in the middle, which helped the Caribbean side to score big in their innings.
Fast bowler Khaled Ahmed, who was not a favourite choice of the Bangladesh fans, once again proved everyone wrong by picking up his first five-wicket haul in an innings. Khaled finished his spell with a 5/106, his career best figure. At least in overseas conditions, where pacers usually get extra support from the surface, it seems Khaled Ahmed is right now the best pacer in Test cricket for Bangladesh. Since returning to the Bangladesh Test set up against Pakistan in December last year, Khaled Ahmed has picked up 19 wickets with an average of 36.63, the best by any Bangladeshi fast bowler.
Read ENG vs NZ Test Series 2022: England on verge of Kiwi whitewash
Best Test bowling average by Bangladeshi pacers since January, 2021 (at least 2 matches)
Player
Innings
Wickets
BBI
Ave
5W
Khaled Ahmed
12
19
5/106
36.63
1
Taskin Ahmed
10
18
4/82
39.77
0
Ebadot Hossain
19
25
6/46
48.56
1
Shoriful Islam
7
8
3/69
51.00
0
Mustafizur Rahman
4
3
2/46
51.33
0
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/
Bangladesh’s chances of winning the match perished after West Indies’ big lead in the first innings. The Tigers campaign was hoping that their batters would display solidarity in their approach and try to play long innings. However, Bangladesh's batters failed to meet expectations for the fourth time in the Test series. They were bowled out for 186 runs in their second innings after giving the hosts only a 13-run target to clinch the match. The Caribbean side reached the target in 2.5 overs without losing a wicket.
Read ENG vs NZ Test Series 2022: England on verge of Kiwi whitewash
Najmul Hossain Shanto played a 42-run knock in the second innings for Bangladesh. But it was Nurul Hasan Sohan’s quick-fire unbeaten 60* off 50 balls that helped Bangladesh to avoid an innings defeat. Kyle Mayers won the player of the match award for the second Test. He was also awarded the best player of the series trophy for scoring 153 runs and picking up six wickets in the series.
Number of games played by each nation in their 100th Test defeat
Bangladesh became the fastest to concede a 100th Test defeat after losing the second match against the Caribbean team. This stat is certainly demoralizing and unexpected for Bangladesh cricket. Before that, New Zealand held the record for fastest to concede 100 defeats in the longer-version format. However, New Zealand played 241 matches when they lost their 100 matches in Test cricket. On the other hand, Bangladesh had to play only 134 matches to surpass New Zealand's record.
Each nation's Test matches and victories at the time of their 100th Test defeat
Team
Match
Win
Bangladesh
134
16
New Zealand
241
33
Sri Lanka
266
84
South Africa
279
90
India
303
57
England
341
139
Pakistan
357
107
West Indies
368
138
Australia
374
170
Source: https://www.prothomalo.com/sports
Read WI vs BAN T20I Series 2022: Head-to-Head Records, Venues, Fixtures
Bottom Line
Bangladesh’s performance in the Test format in recent times has been below par. They have conceded 11 defeats out of the 15 Test matches they have played since 2021. Bangladesh’s performances against their closest rivals, Sri Lanka and West Indies, have been upsetting since last year. The Tiger's Test team has lost six matches out of eight they have played against Sri Lanka and West Indies, respectively. These stats suggest that the BCB needs to take massive actions in order to raise the level of Test performance.
2 years ago
BAN vs WI Series 2022: West Indies dominate St Lucia Test
Bangladesh batters displayed improved performances in the first innings of the second Test of the ongoing BAN vs WI Series 2022. Though, it was still insufficient to put up a substantial total on board. Ebadot Hossain and Shoriful Islam's partnership for the ninth wicket allowed Bangladesh to reach the 200-run mark. The West Indies have already taken a 100-run lead courtesy of Kyle Mayers' outstanding century. The second Test match scenario is discussed in this article.
Bangladesh vs West Indies Second Test 2022: Match Scenario
The West Indies put Bangladesh to bat first in the second Test of the BAN vs WI Series 2022. Their decision came out as a fruitful one as the visiting side was bowled out for 234 after playing 64.2 overs. Tamim Iqbal and Mahmudul Hasan Joy gave Bangladesh a solid start with a 41-run partnership. However, Bangladesh couldn’t put up any big partnerships in the middle after that, limiting their chances to score big in the first innings.
Litton Das was the top scorer for the Tigers, scoring 53 runs, while Tamim Iqbal contributed 46. For the third time in the series, Tamim was very impressive but couldn’t prolong his innings.
Read Bangladesh bat first with Anamul in playing XI
A special mention should go to two fast bowlers, Ebadot Hossain and Shoriful Islam. The two made a 36-run stand between them in the ninth wicket and guided Bangladesh to score more than 200 runs. Ebadot was unbeaten on 21*, while Shoriful made a quick-fire 26 off 17 balls. Jayden Seales and Alzarri Joseph both picked up 3 wickets each for the Caribbean side.
West Indies scored 340/5 at the end of day 2 in response. They already have a 106-run lead with five wickets in hand. The hosts are eyeing a 200-run first innings lead. If they do achieve their target, then Bangladesh have no other choice but to save the Test.
Bangladesh had fought hard at one stage by picking up 4 wickets for 132 runs. However, the West Indies have taken control of the match thanks to Kyle Mayers' brilliant hundred and two fruitful partnerships in the fifth and sixth wickets, respectively. Mayers remains unbeaten with 126*. So far, Mehidy Miraz and Ebadot Hossain have picked up two wickets each for Bangladesh.
Read WI off to solid start against Bangladesh
Third innings Record at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium
The Bangladesh team has to show a more determined approach in the third innings in order to save the contest. The record in the third innings at the Daren Sammy Stadium has indicated that it is possible to score 300 runs if the batters play sensibly and give time to settle down in the middle.
Top five Third Innings Total at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia
Team
Score
Opposition
Year
England
361
West Indies
2019
Sri Lanka
342
West Indies
2018
West Indies
294
India
2006
Bangladesh
271
West Indies
2004
West Indies
268
Bangladesh
2014
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/
Read Latham and Williamson defy England, NZealand reaches 125-1
So far, four batters have scored a hundred in the third innings at the Daren Sammy Cricket Stadium. English batter Joe Root’s 122 against the West Indies is the highest third innings knock at this venue. He is also the most recent batter to score a hundred in the third innings at this ground.
List of centuries in the third innings at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia
Player
Runs
Opposition
Year
Joe Root (ENG)
122
West Indies
2019
Brian Lara (WI)
120
India
2006
Khaled Mashud (BAN)
103*
West Indies
2004
Shivnarine Chanderpaul (WI)
101*
Bangladesh
2014
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/
Read Bangladesh fight back after WI's 100-run opening stand
Bottom Line
Bangladesh's prospects of winning the second Test of the BAN vs WI Series 2022 are very slim. The visitors are now aiming for a draw with three days left in the match to make the Test series 1-0. However, the hosts are not under any pressure at this point since they are aware that they have complete control over the game.
2 years ago
WI vs BAN 2nd Test 2022: Can Bangladesh Bounce Back to Level Series?
The majority of the blame must be given to Bangladesh's batting unit for failing to put up a fight against the West Indians in the first Test, instead falling by 7 wickets inside the first session of day 4. A low first innings total resulted from the batters lack of responsibility in the middle, with the exception of Shakib Al Hasan. Bangladesh are ready to make two changes for the WI vs BAN Second Test 2022 to strengthen the team. Oppositely, the West Indian team is in a positive mindset at the moment. They should be favourites to win the game if the hosts perform to their full potential. The second Test preview is discussed in this article.
Bangladesh vs West indies Second Test: Match Preview
The results of the second Test would have an impact on both teams' standings in the ICC Test Championship points table. The Bangladeshi team should concentrate on getting better in order to draw the series. Oppositely, it will be a fantastic chance for the West Indies to win two consecutive series and improve their PCT in the Test Championship. The WI vs BAN Second Test 2022 will start on Friday (June 24) at 8 p.m. at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium.
Both teams' records at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium
Team
Win
Lost
Draw
Bangladesh
0
0
1
West Indies
1
4
4
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/
Read ENG vs NZ Test Series 2022: Can New Zealand avoid whitewash?
Bangladesh
One of the batters between Mominul Haque and Najmul Hossain will be dropped to make way for Anamul Haque. The team management is now debating who should be rested for the second test. Mominul Haque is completely out of touch, having failed to reach two-digit numbers in his previous nine innings. However, he is still among the top five Bangladeshi batters with the best averages and most Test centuries with 11. In contrast, Najmul Hossain Shanto has a problem negotiating outside the off-stump deliveries, and somehow, he couldn’t overcome the issue.
Anamul Haque will take the No. 3 spot. He was included for the limited-overs formats but later was recalled for the Test side after Yasir Ali sustained an injury during the warm-up match. Anamul recently had a record-breaking outing in the DPL 2022, becoming the first batter ever to score more than one thousand runs (1138) in a season.
The other player who is likely to play the second Test is left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam. He will most likely replace Mustafizur Rahman, which is a kind of surprise. Mustafizur bowled really well in the first match and had the best economy rate (1.68) among the bowlers. Maybe Bangladesh's team doesn’t want to take any risk on Mustafizur Rahman as he is a premier bowler for white-ball formats.
Predicted Playing XI
Top-Order: Tamim Iqbal, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Anamul Haque;
Middle-Order: Mominul Haque, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan (captain), Nurul Hasan (wicket-keeper), Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Lower-Order: Shoriful Islam, Ebadot Hossain, Khaled Ahmed.
Read ICC CWC Super League 2020-2023: Current Standings, Qualification Scenarios, Remaining Fixtures
West Indies
The West Indian team doesn’t have any major issues as their pace attack has managed to put Bangladesh's batting unit under strain. The Caribbean side's main strike bowler is Kemar Roach, who picked up 7 wickets in the first match. In batting, Captain Kraigg Brathwaite has continued his good run of form with the bat.
Besides, those batters didn’t perform as expected in the England series, but they did well against Bangladesh in the first match. The likes of Nkrumah Bonner, Jermaine Blackwood, and John Campbell all performed well with the bat. The Windies are expected to name an unchanged playing XI.
Predicted Playing XI
Top-Order: Kraigg Brathwaite (captain), John Campbell, Raymon Reifer;
Middle-Order: Nkrumah Bonner, Jermaine Blackwood, Kyle Mayers, Joshua Da Silva (wicket-keeper), Alzarri Joseph;
Lower-Order: Kemar Roach, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales.
Read BAN vs WI Series 2022: How Bangladesh’s players fared in first Test
Weather and Pitch Report
St. Lucia might have rain during the Test match. Therefore, the poor weather may have an effect on how the game turns out. The wicket may allow the spinners to excel. The toss-winning captain should bat first in order to score big in the first innings.
Bottom Line
Despite a disappointing first game performance, the Bangladesh campaign should be confident in its ability to win the WI vs BAN Second Test 2022. The West Indies' success at this ground is one of the factors contributing to their confidence. The Caribbean team has only one victory out of nine games played here. On the other hand, Bangladesh have drawn a Test match at this venue.
In addition, Bangladesh's team would be more equipped and motivated to draw the Test series with West Indies. But the Windies team will play with more confidence because they now lead the series 1-0. They are in the driver's seat and shouldn't want to ruin it by losing the series-ending match.
Read SL vs AUS 2022: Lankans eye first home series win over Australia since 1992
2 years ago