Live action from Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025.
The first ODI between Bangladesh and West Indies on October 18 2025 at Shere Bangla National Stadium Dhaka saw Bangladesh secure a convincing 74-run victory setting the tone for the series. Bangladesh batted first after West Indies won the toss and posted 207 all out in 49.4 overs with Towhid Hridoy scoring a patient 51 off 90 balls and debutant Mahidul Islam Ankon contributing 46. West Indies bowlers Jayden Seales took 3 wickets while Roston Chase and others chipped in to restrict the hosts. In reply West Indies were bundled out for 133 in 39 overs with Brandon King top-scoring 44 and Rishad Hossain starring with 6 wickets for Bangladesh. This win gives Bangladesh a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series part of the West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2025 comprising 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is from October 18 to 31. In this detailed article we cover the match highlights current series point table and in-depth analysis of upcoming matches to keep cricket fans engaged and informed.
1st ODI Match Highlights Key Moments and Performances
Towhid Hridoy batting in the 1st ODI against West Indies.
Bangladesh’s innings started shakily losing early wickets but a steady partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto 32 and Towhid Hridoy steadied the ship. Mahidul’s resilient knock helped reach 207 despite West Indies’ disciplined bowling led by Seales 3 for 48 and Chase 2 for 29. West Indies chase faltered against Bangladesh spinners with Rishad Hossain delivering a match-winning spell of 6 for 35 dismantling the middle order. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Mustafizur Rahman supported with key wickets ensuring a comprehensive win for the home side.
Series Point Table Current Standings
The three-match ODI series point table after the first game shows Bangladesh leading 1-0 with two matches remaining. Bangladesh 1 win West Indies 0 wins no points system as it’s bilateral but the series decider could be the third ODI if the second is won by either team. The T20I series follows with no points carried over focusing on individual match wins.
Upcoming Matches Schedule and Analysis
Players in action during Bangladesh vs West Indies series 2025.
The second ODI is scheduled for October 21 2025 at Dhaka where Bangladesh will aim to seal the series early leveraging home conditions and spin attack. West Indies need to adapt to spinning tracks possibly relying on their pace battery and aggressive batting to bounce back as seen in past tours. The third ODI on October 23 in Dhaka could be crucial if the series is tied with weather forecasts suggesting clear skies favoring a full game. Moving to T20Is starting October 26 in Chattogram Bangladesh’s recent form in shorter formats gives them an edge but West Indies T20 prowess with players like Nicholas Pooran could turn the tide. Analysis predicts Bangladesh winning the ODI series 2-1 while T20Is might be closely contested 2-1 to West Indies considering pitch behavior and team compositions.
Why This Series Matters in 2025 Cricket Calendar
This tour is vital for both teams’ preparations for upcoming ICC events with Bangladesh building momentum at home and West Indies testing depth in subcontinental conditions. Fans can expect thrilling encounters with spin vs pace battles defining outcomes stay updated for live scores and highlights.
Captains at the toss in Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st ODI.
Meta Description
Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st ODI highlights BAN wins by 74 runs series 1-0 point table upcoming matches analysis schedules and predictions in this ultimate cricket guide
Keywords
Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025 aaj ka match highlights point table series standings upcoming matches analysis cricket schedule Dhaka ODI
Hashtags
#BANvsWI #1stODI2025 #BangladeshCricket #WestIndiesTour #CricketHighlights #SeriesAnalysis #PointTable #UpcomingMatches #ODICricket #DhakaStadium
For full scorecard visit ESPNcricinfo https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/west-indies-in-bangladesh-2025-26-1505119/bangladesh-vs-west-indies-1st-odi-1505122/full-scorecard Check series schedule on Cricbuzz https://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-series/10955/west-indies-tour-of-bangladesh-2025/matches Read match report on Sportstar https://sportstar.thehindu.com/cricket/ban-vs-wi-live-score-1st-odi-bangladesh-west-indies-match-updates-highlights-streaming-info/article70178379.ece
