Cricket Highlights, December 12: Bangladesh tour of West Indies (3rd ODI) – West Indies vs Bangladesh

WI vs BAN (3rd ODI) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling 3rd ODI between West Indies vs Bangladesh (WI vs BAN), held at Basseterre on December 12, 2024, as part of the Bangladesh tour of West Indies 2024. The match witnessed an intense battle between bat and ball, with Bangladesh setting an imposing target of 322 runs. However, the West Indies, displaying remarkable batting depth and composure, chased down the target with 25 balls to spare, finishing at 325/6. This victory by 4 wickets highlighted the hosts’ dominance in the series finale and delivered an action-packed spectacle for cricket fans.

BAN posted a formidable total of 321/5 in their 50 overs, overcoming an early collapse with spirited middle-order contributions. Tanzid Hasan (0) and Litton Das (0) fell early to Alzarri Joseph, leaving the team struggling at 9/2 in the third over. However, Soumya Sarkar stabilized the innings with a fluent 73 off 73 balls, striking six fours and four sixes.

Skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz added 77 off 73 balls, showcasing excellent stroke play with eight fours and two sixes before a brilliant run-out by Sherfane Rutherford ended his knock. Mahmudullah then powered the innings with an unbeaten 84 off just 63 balls, supported by Jaker Ali, who contributed a steady 62 not out from 57 balls.

The duo added an unbroken 150-run stand, accelerating in the final overs. Alzarri Joseph was the pick of the bowlers for WI, claiming 2/43 in his 10 overs. Gudakesh Motie and Sherfane Rutherford chipped in with a wicket each, but the rest of the bowling attack struggled to contain the Bangladeshi batters.

Chasing a target of 322, the West Indies put up a remarkable batting performance to secure a 4-wicket win with 25 balls to spare, finishing at 325/6 in 45.5 overs. The innings started with aggression but early trouble, as Brandon King (15) and Alick Athanaze (7) fell within the first four overs. Skipper Shai Hope (3) also departed cheaply, leaving the hosts at a precarious 31/3.

Keacy Carty anchored the innings with a superb 95 off 88 balls, hitting 10 fours and 2 sixes while forming a key partnership with Sherfane Rutherford (30). Their stand stabilized the innings, but Rutherford’s dismissal at 86 and Carty’s departure at 218 shifted the pressure back on the West Indies.

Amir Jangoo took charge with a masterful unbeaten 104 off 83 balls, supported brilliantly by Gudakesh Motie, who hammered 44 not out off just 31 balls. Their unbeaten 91-run partnership ensured a comfortable finish, with Motie accelerating at a strike rate of 141.93.

Bangladesh’s bowlers struggled to contain the runs, with Rishad Hossain (2/69) and Taskin Ahmed (1/49) providing the only real breakthroughs. Despite early successes, the visitors lacked control in the middle overs, allowing the West Indies to capitalize on loose deliveries and seal a thrilling chase.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Scoreboard

Bangladesh– 321/5 (50)

West Indies – 325/6 (45.5)

Result – West Indies won by 4 wickets (with 25 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Amir Jangoo

WI vs BAN Playing XI

West Indies

Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope(c & wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Amir Jangoo, Roston Chase, Gudakesh Motie, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, and Jediah Blades.

Bangladesh

Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Afif Hossain, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, and Nasum Ahmed.

Disclaimer: This Highlights is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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