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The first Test match on 28th October at 9:30 AM IST will bring Bangladesh versus West Indies to Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.
Get the best BAN vs WI Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st Test match of the West Indies Tour of Bangladesh 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Captaincy Picks:
John Campbell – The West Indies left-handed opening batter has scored 1,141 runs in 25 Test matches, averaging 25.93. His career includes one century and three half-centuries, with a highest score of 115. |
Brandon King – King has recorded 494 runs in 10 Test matches, with a batting average of 29.06 and a top score of 75. The right-handed batter has registered four half-centuries, providing a useful batting option for the West Indies. |
Top Picks:
Mehidy Hasan Miraz – Bangladesh’s right-arm off-spin all-rounder has made a substantial impact in both departments, accumulating 2,384 runs and 229 wickets in 61 Tests. His batting record features two centuries and 11 fifties, while his best bowling figures are 7/58 in an innings and 12/117 in a match. |
Litton Das – A key wicketkeeper-batter for Bangladesh, Litton has amassed 3,511 runs across 57 Tests, averaging 36.20. His record includes seven centuries and 21 half-centuries, with a highest score of 141; he has also contributed behind the stumps with his wicketkeeping. |
Budget Picks:
Shamar Joseph – Joseph has quickly established himself as a wicket-taking fast bowler for the West Indies, collecting 64 wickets in 15 Tests at an average of 24.21. His best innings figures stand at 7/68, and he has claimed four five-wicket hauls. With the bat, the left-hander has scored 399 runs, including a highest score of 44. |
Taskin Ahmed – Bangladesh’s right-arm fast bowler has taken 59 wickets in 21 Test matches, with best innings figures of 6/64 and match figures of 8/140. He has also scored 336 runs, including a highest score of 75 and one half-century, offering some lower-order batting support. |
Captain |
John Campbell & Brandon King |
Vice-Captain |
Mehidy Hasan Miraz & Litton Das |
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
J Bishop |
NA |
NA |
S Islam |
NA |
NA |
SL Captaincy Choice |
John Campbell |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Brandon king |
Punt Picks |
Shamar Joseph and Taskin Ahmed |
Dream11 Combination |
2-4-4-1 |
Bangladesh will take on West Indies in the opening Test of their two-match series from Wednesday, 28 October 2026, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. The match is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM IST. With the series forming part of the ICC World Test Championship, both teams will have valuable points to pursue as they look to strengthen their positions in the competition. Bangladesh will aim to capitalise on home advantage, while West Indies will seek a confident start on foreign soil.
Bangladesh will rely on their experienced batting lineup, led by captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and supported by Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das. Meanwhile, Shadman Islam and Tanzid Hasan provide options at the top of the order. The hosts also possess considerable bowling strength through Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam, whose spin could become increasingly influential as the match progresses. In addition, Taskin Ahmed brings valuable pace and experience alongside Hasan Mahmud and Nayeem Hasan. To establish control, Bangladesh must build a substantial first-innings total before using their varied bowling attack to put the visitors under sustained pressure.
West Indies, meanwhile, will look to John Campbell and Tagenarine Chanderpaul to provide a steady start, with Brandon King, Kavem Hodge and Justin Greaves adding depth to the batting order. Joshua Da Silva and Amir Jangoo offer wicketkeeping options, while Jomel Warrican and Joshua Bishop strengthen the spin department. Furthermore, Shamar Joseph could pose a significant threat with his pace and ability to trouble batters. With Roston Chase leading the touring side, West Indies will need to handle Bangladesh’s spinners patiently while exploiting any assistance the conditions offer their seamers. Ultimately, the team that adapts more effectively to the pitch and maintains discipline across all sessions will put itself in a stronger position to win the opening Test.
Teams |
Matches Won |
Bangladesh |
5 |
West Indies |
15 |
Temperature |
15°C |
Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
1645 |
Records |
Good |
Winning % |
68% |
Bangladesh Playing 11:
1) Shadman Islam
2) Tanzid Hasan
3) Najmul Hossain Shanto ©
4) Mominul Haque
5) Mushfiqur Rahim
6) Litton Das (wk)
7) Mehidy Hasan Miraz
8) Taijul Islam
9) Nayeem Hasan
10) Taskin Ahmed
11) Hasan Mahmud
West Indies Playing 11:
1) John Campbell
2) Brandon King
3) Tagenarine Chanderpaul
4) Kavem Hodge
5) Amir Jangoo (wk)
6) Joshua Da Silva
7) Justin Greaves
8) Kevin Wickham
9) Joshua Bishop
10) Jomel Warrican
11) Shamar Joseph
Considering the overall head-to-head records, West Indies is expected to win this match.