West Indies create history against Bangladesh, become the first ever side in ODI cricket to achieve this FEAT
New Delhi: Tuesday became a memorable day in cricket history when the West Indies team achieved something no full-member team had ever achieved against Bangladesh in Dhaka. Captain Shai Hope laid a web of spin that astonished the entire world.
The Entire Match Was Played With Spinners Only
On the spin-friendly pitch at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, captain Shai Hope relied on five spinners. As a result, no fast bowler bowled a single over. All five spinners completed their 10 overs, making the West Indies the first team to bowl a full 50 overs with spinners only.
The Power of the Spin Attack
Gudakesh Motie made the biggest impact, taking three wickets for 65 runs in 10 overs. Akeal Hosein and Alick Athanaze each took two wickets. Notably, Athanaze conceded only 14 runs in 10 overs and bowled three maidens — a testament to his disciplined performance.
Bangladesh’s Struggling Innings
For Bangladesh, opener Soumya Sarkar scored 45 runs off 89 balls. Lower down the order, Rishad Hossain breathed life into the innings, scoring 39 runs off 14 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes. Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz played with restraint and remained unbeaten on 32 off 58 balls.
Storm in the Final Overs
Rishad and Miraz added 34 runs in the last two overs to take the team to a respectable total. Without this partnership, Bangladesh’s score would have been even lower.
Hope Remains in the Series
This match was a do-or-die one for the West Indies, as they had already lost the first ODI of the three-match series by 74 runs. With this win, they kept alive their hopes of a comeback in the series.
Spin Strategy, A Game-Changer
Captain Shai Hope’s all-in approach on spin was a bold move, but it paid off brilliantly. His strategy gave the West Indies a new identity in the pages of cricket history.
Story Highlights
- West Indies became the first full-member team to bowl the entire 50 overs with only spinners.
- Gudakesh Motie took three wickets, while Athanaze conceded just 14 runs.
- Soumya Sarkar and Rishad Hossain scored the most runs for Bangladesh.
- Captain Shai Hope’s strategy created history and revived West Indies’ hopes
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