West Indies lead this two-Test series 1-0. They won the first Test in Mirpur by eight wickets. Bangladesh need a better second innings in Sylhet.
This BAN vs WI Match Prediction gives West Indies a small edge. Bangladesh need their batters to stay longer at the crease.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Bangladesh vs West Indies, 2nd Test |
| Series | West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2026/27 |
| Dates | 5–9 November 2026. Day 1 is Thursday. |
| Start Time | 9:00 AM IST / 3:30 AM UTC / 9:30 AM Bangladesh Time |
| Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Watch In India | FanCode |
| Format | Men’s Test, five days |
| Toss And Playing XIs | Not confirmed |
Bangladesh’s Recent Test Form
Bangladesh lost the first Test by eight wickets. They made 272 first. Shadman Islam scored 105.
The second innings was the problem. Bangladesh made only 142. Nayeem Hasan scored 52. West Indies took control with spin.
West Indies’ Recent Test Form
West Indies made 245 first. Roston Chase made 43 not out. Jomel Warrican took five for 53.
West Indies bowled Bangladesh out for 142. Chase took five wickets. Brandon King finished with 81 not out.
Bangladesh vs West Indies Test Head-To-Head
West Indies won the latest Test by eight wickets. This preview uses that completed first Test as recent context. It does not claim a full all-time head-to-head total.
Bangladesh still have home conditions. Their spinners need better control.
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Sylhet has hosted Test cricket before. A 2023 report listed one Test. The average first innings score was 282. The second innings average was 143.
That match was low scoring. Both pace and spin found help. These old numbers are not a promise. The pitch must be checked near the toss.
Weather And Team News
No reliable match-day weather forecast was confirmed. Readers should check local weather near the start.
The squad page lists Shadman Islam, Najmul Hossain Shanto and Taijul Islam. A report says Amite Hasan is coming in for Mominul Haque. The final XI is not confirmed.
The West Indies squad page lists Roston Chase, Jomel Warrican and Joshua Bishop. Their final XI is not announced.
Reference Squad Options For Both Teams
These are squad options only. They are not confirmed XIs for 5 November.
| Bangladesh Options | West Indies Options |
|---|---|
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | Roston Chase |
| Shadman Islam | John Campbell |
| Tanzid Hasan | Brandon King |
| Litton Das (wicketkeeper) | Tagenarine Chanderpaul |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | Justin Greaves |
| Taijul Islam | Kavem Hodge |
| Nayeem Hasan | Jomel Warrican |
| Hasan Mahmud | Joshua Bishop |
| Shoriful Islam | Jayden Seales |
| Taskin Ahmed | Shamar Joseph |
| Amite Hasan (wicketkeeper) | Joshua Da Silva (wicketkeeper) |
Player Battles
Shadman Islam vs Jomel Warrican
Shadman made 105 in the first Test. Warrican dismissed him. The left-arm spinner will test his defence again.
Najmul Hossain Shanto vs Roston Chase
Shanto is a top-order batting option. Chase took five wickets. His steady spin can pressure the top order.
Roston Chase vs Taijul Islam
Both players can influence long sessions. Taijul needs to attack the stumps.
Batters And Bowlers To Watch
Bangladesh batter watch: Shadman Islam. He made 105 in the first Test. Bangladesh need him again.
West Indies batter watch: Roston Chase. He stayed unbeaten first. He also took five wickets.
Bangladesh bowler watch: Nayeem Hasan. He took four wickets first. His spin may matter if the pitch grips.
West Indies bowler watch: Jomel Warrican. He took nine wickets. His slow left-arm bowling troubled Bangladesh.
BAN vs WI Match Prediction Scenarios
These are editorial estimates for the full Test. Player picks depend on the final XI.
Scenario 1: If Bangladesh Bat First
| Match Point | Estimate Or Pick |
|---|---|
| Opening Session | Bangladesh 70–100 runs and 2–3 wickets |
| First Innings Range | Bangladesh 250–330 runs |
| Match Result Pick | West Indies to win by 4–6 wickets |
| Top Scorer | Shadman Islam if selected |
| Top Wicket Taker | Jomel Warrican if selected |
Bangladesh need a strong first partnership. West Indies will trust their spin attack.
Scenario 2: If West Indies Bat First
| Match Point | Estimate Or Pick |
|---|---|
| Opening Session | West Indies 75–105 runs and 1–3 wickets |
| First Innings Range | West Indies 270–360 runs |
| Match Result Pick | West Indies to win by an innings or 60–120 runs |
| Top Scorer | Roston Chase if selected |
| Top Wicket Taker | Nayeem Hasan if selected |
Bangladesh need early wickets. A large first-innings lead would make a comeback hard.
Final Match Prediction
West Indies are our cautious pre-toss pick to beat Bangladesh in the full second Test. Their first-Test win came from better spin bowling and a calm chase. Bangladesh still have home conditions and a chance to level the series.
Confidence: Medium-low. The final XIs are unknown. The Sylhet pitch is not confirmed.
This is a match prediction only. It is not a betting guarantee. For the latest toss call visit Today Cricket Toss Prediction.
FAQs
When Is Bangladesh vs West Indies 2nd Test?
The Test runs from 5 to 9 November 2026. Day 1 starts at 9:00 AM IST on Thursday.
Where Will Bangladesh vs West Indies 2nd Test Be Played?
The match will be played at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet. The venue is listed by the ICC and Cricket West Indies schedule.
Who Is Favoured To Win Bangladesh vs West Indies 2nd Test?
West Indies are our cautious pick. They won the first Test by eight wickets. Bangladesh can still respond at home.
Are The Playing XIs Confirmed?
No. The final XIs will be confirmed at the toss. The table above shows squad options only.
