In This Match Preview
Match Preview And Pre-Toss Note
Bangladesh and West Indies meet in the second Test on 5 November. The match is in Sylhet. West Indies won the first Test by eight wickets. Bangladesh must now answer quickly. The final XI will come at the toss.
This BAN vs WI Dream11 Prediction uses the named Test squads and the first Test score. It is a pre-toss guide. Check the final XI and app rules before making a team.
Match Details
| Detail | Verified information | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Match | Bangladesh vs West Indies, 2nd Test | Upcoming at the cutoff |
| Date | 5–9 November 2026 | Five-day Test |
| Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet | Bangladesh |
| Start | 9:30 AM Bangladesh time, 3:30 AM GMT | Toss can change team plans |
Team Form
Bangladesh
Bangladesh lost the first Test by eight wickets. They made 272 and 142. Shadman Islam scored 105 in the first innings. The home side now needs longer batting stays and better support for its spin bowlers.
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct–1 Nov 2026 | West Indies | 272 and 142 | ✕ LOSS |
West Indies
West Indies won the first Test by eight wickets. They made 245 and 170/2. Jomel Warrican took 5/53 and 4/63. John Campbell made 54 in the first innings.
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct–1 Nov 2026 | Bangladesh | 245 and 170/2 | ✓ WIN |
Pitch Report And Fantasy Impact
Sylhet has hosted Test cricket before. Cricinfo lists its first Test in November 2018 and its latest listed Test in May 2026. A single pitch average is not used here because the verified ground page does not give one.
This is a five-day game. A top-order batter can score through more than one day. Spinners can gain value as the match moves on. Fast bowlers can also matter with the new ball. Treat these as match plans, not facts about the pitch.
The first Test was shaped by spin. Warrican took nine wickets in that match. Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz are also strong multi-day options. Their bowling workload depends on the surface, innings length, and captain’s plan.
Head-to-Head
The last five completed Tests listed by Cricinfo give West Indies four wins and Bangladesh one win. The latest was West Indies’ eight-wicket win in the first Test of this series on 28 October 2026. The other four matches came in the 2024–25 and 2022 series. This is a five-match Test sample, not every match between the teams.
Probable Playing XIs — Not Confirmed
These are provisional names from the current 2026/27 Test pools. They are not final XIs.
Bangladesh Probable XI
- Shadman Islam
- Tanzid Hasan
- Najmul Hossain Shanto
- Towhid Hridoy
- Litton Das
- Mushfiqur Rahim
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Nayeem Hasan
- Hasan Mahmud
- Taijul Islam
- Shoriful Islam
Amite Hasan is a strong selection candidate after being reported as Mominul Haque’s replacement. Mushfiqur Rahim is also a conditional pick after missing the first Test with a finger injury. Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed, and Ebadot Hossain are reserve options.
West Indies Probable XI
- John Campbell
- Tagenarine Chanderpaul
- Brandon King
- Kavem Hodge
- Roston Chase
- Justin Greaves
- Joshua Da Silva
- Joshua Bishop
- Shamar Joseph
- Jomel Warrican
- Jayden Seales
Amir Jangoo, Kevin Wickham, Kemar Roach, and Shamar Springer are reserve options from the current match pool. The official squad announcement also named Keemo Paul. The match-centre list and squad list have differed, so check the toss sheet.
Six Provisional Dream11 Scenario Teams
Team 1: Spin Core
A balanced Test build with two lead spinners and five bowling options.
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WK: Litton Das
BAT: Shadman Islam, Najmul Hossain Shanto, John Campbell
AR: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Roston Chase, Taijul Islam
BOWL: Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales, Joshua Bishop, Hasan Mahmud
Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz · Vice-Captain: Jomel Warrican
Risk: It leans on Bangladesh spin and needs the surface to grip.
Team 2: West Indies Control
A West Indies-leaning mix for a long chase and steady bowling spells.
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WK: Litton Das, Joshua Da Silva
BAT: Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, John Campbell
AR: Nayeem Hasan, Justin Greaves
BOWL: Hasan Mahmud, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph
Captain: John Campbell · Vice-Captain: Jomel Warrican
Risk: The build has only two specialist Bangladesh batters.
Team 3: Bangladesh Spin Stack
A home-heavy plan built for a slow Test and repeated spin workloads.
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WK: Jaker Ali
BAT: Shadman Islam, Najmul Hossain Shanto, John Campbell
AR: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam
BOWL: Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales, Joshua Bishop
Captain: Taijul Islam · Vice-Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
Risk: It needs Bangladesh top-order batters to spend time at the crease.
Team 4: Chase And Seales
A West Indies-heavy script with Roston Chase and a pace-spin pair.
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WK: Amite Hasan, Amir Jangoo
BAT: Tanzid Hasan, John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul
AR: Nayeem Hasan, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves
BOWL: Shoriful Islam, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales
Captain: Roston Chase · Vice-Captain: Amite Hasan
Risk: The Bangladesh batting cover is thin if the top order fails.
Team 5: Multi-Day Batting
A batting-first plan that backs wicketkeepers and all-round cover.
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WK: Mushfiqur Rahim, Joshua Da Silva
BAT: Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Brandon King
AR: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nayeem Hasan, Kavem Hodge
BOWL: Hasan Mahmud, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales
Captain: Mushfiqur Rahim · Vice-Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Risk: It has fewer specialist bowlers if the Test runs long.
Team 6: Pace And All-Round Balance
A mixed script for first-innings runs and seam pressure with support from spin.
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WK: Amite Hasan, Joshua Da Silva
BAT: Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, John Campbell, Kevin Wickham
AR: Taijul Islam, Roston Chase
BOWL: Taskin Ahmed, Joshua Bishop, Kemar Roach
Captain: Roston Chase · Vice-Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
Risk: Several players depend on being selected and used for a full workload.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
Mehidy Hasan Miraz is a balanced captain idea. He can bat and bowl in a Test. Jomel Warrican is another strong option after his nine wickets in the first Test. Roston Chase can add value in both skills.
Shadman Islam is a batting choice after his 105 in Dhaka. Najmul Hossain Shanto is a top-order option. John Campbell made 54 in the first Test and can be considered in a West Indies-led plan.
The BAN vs WI best dream11 team depends on the final XI. This BAN vs WI Fantasy team is only a starting point for a BAN vs WI Hero11 team if the match is listed and its app rules allow the players. Do not assume roles, credits, scoring, or player availability.
Top 3 Player Battles
Shadman Islam Against Jomel Warrican
Shadman scored 105 in the first Test. Warrican took nine wickets in that match. Their next contest may shape Bangladesh’s first innings. The exact result cannot be known before play.
Najmul Hossain Shanto Against West Indies Spin
Shanto is Bangladesh’s captain and a top-order batter. He fell to Warrican in the first Test. He will need a safer plan against spin in Sylhet.
John Campbell Against Bangladesh’s Spinners
Campbell scored 54 in Dhaka. Bangladesh used Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam for long spells. Campbell’s start may test the home team’s control.
Top Players To Look Out For
- Jomel Warrican: He took 5/53 and 4/63 in the first Test.
- Shadman Islam: He made 105 in Bangladesh’s first innings.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz: He offers batting and spin-bowling value.
- Roston Chase: He leads West Indies and can contribute in both skills.
- Najmul Hossain Shanto: He bats near the top and leads Bangladesh.
- John Campbell: He scored 54 in the first Test.
Match Winner Prediction
West Indies have the clearer edge after winning the first Test. Their spinners controlled key periods in Dhaka. Bangladesh can fight back if its top order bats longer and its spinners get help.
This is a qualified view, not a fact. A final-XI change, injury update, or different surface can change the match. The result is not known before the Test begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Is The BAN Vs WI 2nd Test?
The Test starts on 5 November 2026. It is scheduled to run through 9 November.
Where Will Bangladesh Play West Indies?
The match is at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
What Is The BAN Vs WI 2nd Test Start Time?
Play is listed for 9:30 AM Bangladesh time. That is 3:30 AM GMT.
Who Is A Captain Option For This Test?
Mehidy Hasan Miraz is one balanced option. Jomel Warrican is another. Check the final XI before using any player.
