West Indies aim to build winning momentum against battered Bangladesh at World Cup on October 9

The Bangladesh cricket team faced off against the West Indies in a thrilling match. Both teams displayed top-notch performance, showcasing their skills on the field. The atmosphere was electric as fans cheered on their favorite players. The match was a nail-biter, with both teams giving it their all. In the end, Bangladesh emerged victorious, securing a well-deserved win. The players celebrated their hard-fought victory, while the West Indies team vowed to come back stronger in the next match. Overall, it was a memorable game that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. The Bangladesh vs West Indies match was a true display of sportsmanship and competitive spirit.

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Bangladesh squad: Nigar Sultana (capt, wk), Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sobhana Mostary, Rabeya Khan, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Jahanara Alam, Dilara Akter, Taj Nehar, Shathi Rani, Disha Biswas

West Indies squad: Hayley Matthews (capt), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (vice-capt, wk), Ashmini Munisar, Afy Fletcher, Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Nerissa Crafton

Tournament guide: After a win in their first match against Scotland, Bangladesh crumbled to a loss against England on a surface that aided spin. West Indies, meanwhile, lost their first match to South Africa but bounced back with a dominating win against Scotland thanks to an all-round show from Chinelle Henry.

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News brief: Left-arm spinner Zaida James suffered a blow to the jaw while fielding off her own bowling in the match against South Africa and subsequently missed the Scotland game. A West Indies statement said she "fortunately does not have breaks and fractures" and continues to be monitored by the medical team.

West Indies earned a massive net run rate boost after their win against Scotland. If they win this match, they could go top of the table. If Bangladesh lose this match, their hopes of qualifying for the semi-finals will take a big hit given their negative NRR. This will be West Indies' first game of the tournament in Sharjah.

Despite being used to spinning tracks back home, Bangladesh - after a fine outing with the ball - were undone by England's quality spin attack in the previous game in Sharjah. This match, too, will come down to how well the teams counter spin. The average first-innings total at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium this tournament is 119, and only twice have teams won chasing.

Player to watch: Bangladesh's batting unit has not been up to mark in both games, but one player who's stood out is Sobhana Mostary. She helped Bangladesh put up a competitive total scoring 36 against Scotland, and once again top-scored with 44 against England. Coming in after an early wicket against England, she dropped anchor as regular wickets at the other end piled the pressure on her. She hit a four and a six in her 48-ball stay on a slow surface against tight bowling and kept at it till the 19th over, but the target of 119 was too much of an ask in the end.