Key Takeaways
- But the match changed dramatically when Chase and Warrican dismantled Bangladesh’s batting for 142.
- The biggest question surrounding Bangladesh’s defeat is not why West Indies chased 170 so quickly.
- West Indies collected 12 World Test Championship points, while Bangladesh received none from the defeat.
- The second and final Test begins in Sylhet on November 5, giving both teams a limited opportunity to adjust.
DHAKA, Bangladesh, October 31, 2026: West Indies turned a narrow first-innings deficit into a commanding eight-wicket victory over Bangladesh at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur on Saturday, October 31, as Brandon King’s unbeaten 81 completed a remarkable turnaround engineered by spinners Jomel Warrican and Roston Chase. Chasing 170 on the fourth day, West Indies reached 170/2 in just 35.1 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series and claim 12 ICC World Test Championship points.
Warrican was named Player of the Match for his nine wickets across the contest, including 5/53 in the first innings and 4/63 in the second. Captain Chase added 5/36 as Bangladesh collapsed for 142 despite Nayeem Hasan’s defiant 52. John Campbell then struck 49 from 55 balls in a 112-run opening partnership with King, leaving Bangladesh with too little time and too few runs to defend. The result completed a collapse that The Sports Encounter documented during the third day’s dramatic proceedings.
Bangladesh vs West Indies First Test: Key Takeaways
- Result: West Indies won by eight wickets on October 31, 2026.
- Series: West Indies lead 1-0, with one Test remaining.
- Bangladesh: 272 and 142.
- West Indies: 245 and 170/2.
- Player of the Match: Jomel Warrican, 9/116 across both innings.
- Other decisive performers: Roston Chase 5/36, Brandon King 81 not out, John Campbell 49.
- Next Test: November 5, 2026, in Sylhet.
Full Match Scorecard: How West Indies Overturned Bangladesh’s Lead
Bangladesh chose to bat first and initially appeared capable of establishing a winning position. Shadman Islam’s century helped the home side reach 272, and Nayeem Hasan’s four wickets restricted West Indies to 245. That gave Bangladesh a first-innings advantage of 27 runs.
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Full Match Scorecard: How West Indies Overturned Bangladesh’s Lead
Bangladesh chose to bat first and initially appeared capable of establishing a winning position. Shadman Islam’s century helped the home side reach 272, and Nayeem Hasan’s four wickets restricted West Indies to 245. That gave Bangladesh a first-innings advantage of 27 runs.
Jomel Warrican: Nine Wickets That Changed the Entire Test
Jomel Warrican’s 9/116 was the outstanding individual performance of the match. Yet the significance of his contribution went beyond the wicket count. He struck when Bangladesh appeared to be building an advantage, then returned to undermine the home team’s attempt to set a difficult fourth-innings target.
Roston Chase: The Captain Who Turned a Batting Collapse Into Victory
Warrican deserved the individual award, but Roston Chase’s contribution was arguably the most important tactical factor in the second innings.
Brandon King: An Unbeaten 81 That Made a Difficult Chase Look Simple
A fourth-innings target of 170 on a slow Mirpur surface should have presented Bangladesh with an opportunity to fight back.
Shadman Islam’s 105: A Century That Deserved Better Support
Shadman Islam provided Bangladesh with their finest batting performance of the match.
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But the match changed dramatically when Chase and Warrican dismantled Bangladesh’s batting for 142. The resulting target of 170 proved manageable for an aggressive West Indies top order.
| Innings | Score | Overs | Leading Batters | Leading Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh 1st | 272 all out | 97.4 | Shadman Islam 105, Towhid Hridoy 42 | Jomel Warrican 5/53 |
| West Indies 1st | 245 all out | 82.5 | Tagenarine Chanderpaul 56, John Campbell 54 | Nayeem Hasan 4/33 |
| Bangladesh 2nd | 142 all out | 48.4 | Nayeem Hasan 52, Jaker Ali 22 | Roston Chase 5/36 |
| West Indies 2nd | 170/2 | 35.1 | Brandon King 81*, John Campbell 49 | Shoriful Islam 1/20, Hasan Mahmud 1/14 |
Winning margin: Eight wickets. Player of the Match: Jomel Warrican. Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. Toss: Bangladesh elected to bat.
The innings figures and individual performances are supported by the official ICC match scorecard.
Jomel Warrican: Nine Wickets That Changed the Entire Test
Jomel Warrican’s 9/116 was the outstanding individual performance of the match. Yet the significance of his contribution went beyond the wicket count. He struck when Bangladesh appeared to be building an advantage, then returned to undermine the home team’s attempt to set a difficult fourth-innings target.
Five Wickets Prevent Bangladesh From Batting West Indies Out of the Contest
Shadman Islam had frustrated West Indies for more than five hours with a patient century. His 105 from 234 balls included 11 boundaries and gave Bangladesh the platform for a potentially substantial first-innings total.
Warrican refused to let the supporting batters build on that platform. He removed Mominul Haque for 28 and Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto for 19, breaking two opportunities for the home side to establish sustained middle-order partnerships.
He later dismissed Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam and Shoriful Islam to finish with 5/53 from 23.4 overs.
Bangladesh reached only 272 despite Shadman’s century and Towhid Hridoy’s 42. Litton Das remained unbeaten on 34, but the innings ended without the kind of total that would have given the hosts lasting control.
Four More Wickets Turn Bangladesh’s Advantage Into a Modest Target
Warrican’s second-innings contribution was just as important.
Bangladesh had resumed the fourth day on 79/6, leading by 106. They needed Nayeem Hasan and Jaker Ali to extend their partnership and create a target approaching or exceeding 200.
Warrican removed Jaker for 22, caught by Chase at slip, before dismissing Hasan Mahmud for eight. His figures of 4/63 completed a nine-wicket match haul and ensured Bangladesh could not escape the damage suffered on the previous afternoon.
| Bowler | First Innings | Second Innings | Match Wickets | Match Runs Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jomel Warrican | 5/53 | 4/63 | 9 | 116 |
| Roston Chase | 0/53 | 5/36 | 5 | 89 |
| Joshua Bishop | 2/61 | 0/10 | 2 | 71 |
| Shamar Joseph | 2/41 | 1/17 | 3 | 58 |
| Jayden Seales | 1/29 | 0/13 | 1 | 42 |
TSE statistical insight: Warrican and Chase accounted for 14 of Bangladesh’s 20 wickets, or 70% of all dismissals across the two innings. They conceded 205 runs between them while taking those wickets, giving West Indies a decisive advantage in the most important phase of the match.
Roston Chase: The Captain Who Turned a Batting Collapse Into Victory
Warrican deserved the individual award, but Roston Chase’s contribution was arguably the most important tactical factor in the second innings.
The West Indies captain first made an unbeaten 43 in his team’s reply, helping reduce Bangladesh’s first-innings lead to just 27. That contribution was particularly valuable after West Indies slipped to 213/6 and still trailed by 59 runs.
He then dismantled Bangladesh’s batting with a five-wicket haul.
Three Wickets in Sixteen Balls Break Bangladesh’s Top Order
Bangladesh were 28/1 in their second innings when Chase dismissed Shadman Islam for 13.
Two deliveries later, Towhid Hridoy departed without scoring. Chase then trapped captain Najmul Hossain Shanto lbw for 10, leaving Bangladesh 33/4.
Litton Das soon fell to Warrican at 35/5.
The hosts had lost four wickets for seven runs, turning a relatively promising second-innings position into a crisis. Chase later dismissed Taijul Islam and ended Bangladesh’s innings by removing Nayeem Hasan for 52.
He finished with 5/36 from 15.4 overs, his fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket.
The captain had contributed with both bat and ball when West Indies most needed leadership. His 43 not out prevented Bangladesh from carrying a larger first-innings lead; his five wickets ensured the target remained within reach.
Brandon King: An Unbeaten 81 That Made a Difficult Chase Look Simple
A fourth-innings target of 170 on a slow Mirpur surface should have presented Bangladesh with an opportunity to fight back.
West Indies had already seen how effectively spin could operate on the pitch. Bangladesh possessed Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam and Nayeem Hasan, three bowlers capable of exploiting worn conditions.
But Brandon King and John Campbell refused to let the home side dictate the tempo.
King scored an unbeaten 81 from 115 balls, hitting ten fours and a six. His strike rate of 70.43 was notable in a match where Bangladesh’s leading first-innings batter Shadman Islam had required 234 deliveries to make 105.
King’s attacking intent meant Bangladesh could not simply place fielders around the bat and wait for mistakes.
King and Campbell’s 112-Run Opening Partnership Breaks Bangladesh’s Resistance
Campbell supported King with 49 from 55 deliveries, including six fours and one six.
The pair added 112 for the opening wicket in 20.5 overs, scoring at approximately 5.38 runs per over.
West Indies had already completed nearly two-thirds of the required chase before Bangladesh took their first wicket.
Shoriful Islam bowled Campbell for 49, and Hasan Mahmud subsequently removed Tagenarine Chanderpaul for one, leaving West Indies 120/2.
But Kavem Hodge arrived and immediately prevented Bangladesh from rebuilding pressure.
Hodge struck an unbeaten 31 from 27 balls, adding an unbroken 50 with King. The visitors reached 170/2 in 35.1 overs despite interruptions for rain and poor light.
| Chase Phase | West Indies Score | Development | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opening stand | 112/0, 20.5 overs | King and Campbell attack | 112 of the 170 required runs secured without losing a wicket |
| First wicket | 112/1 | Campbell bowled for 49 | Bangladesh’s first breakthrough arrives late |
| Second wicket | 120/2 | Chanderpaul dismissed for one | Bangladesh briefly regain hope |
| Unbroken third-wicket stand | 170/2 | King and Hodge add 50 | West Indies finish without further damage |
TSE statistical insight: West Indies scored at 4.83 runs per over in the successful chase, compared with Bangladesh’s 2.91 in their second innings. The difference was approximately 1.92 runs per over, illustrating how decisively the visitors changed the tempo after taking control with the ball.
Shadman Islam’s 105: A Century That Deserved Better Support
Shadman Islam provided Bangladesh with their finest batting performance of the match.
His 105 from 234 balls required considerable discipline and occupied 310 minutes. He struck 11 boundaries and anchored an innings that lasted 97.4 overs.
Bangladesh closed the opening day on 213/3, with Shadman unbeaten on 99, and appeared capable of reaching a total well beyond 300.
But the second day brought diminishing returns.
Shadman eventually fell lbw to Joshua Bishop for 105. Bangladesh had reached 221/4 when he departed, and the remaining wickets fell for only 51 additional runs.
Hridoy, who had temporarily retired not out during the innings, returned and was dismissed for 42. Litton remained unbeaten on 34, but Warrican prevented the lower order from producing the recovery Bangladesh required.
The first-innings century therefore became a reminder of the difference between an outstanding individual effort and a collectively substantial Test score.
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Nayeem Hasan: Four Wickets, a Half-Century, and Bangladesh’s Strongest Resistance
Nayeem Hasan emerged as Bangladesh’s most influential all-round performer.
He took 4/33 from 10.5 overs in West Indies’ first innings, claiming the wickets of Justin Greaves, Shamar Joseph, Warrican and Jayden Seales.
His spell prevented West Indies from completely erasing Bangladesh’s first-innings advantage and restricted the tourists to 245.
Nayeem then delivered an important batting contribution after the top order collapsed.
Resuming the fourth day on 18, he continued resisting the West Indies spinners and eventually reached his maiden Test half-century from 87 deliveries.
He finished with 52 from 91 balls, including four boundaries.
Nayeem shared a 26-run partnership with Hasan Mahmud and helped Bangladesh extend their second-innings total to 142.
His resistance deserved recognition because he contributed as both a wicket-taking bowler and the home team’s leading batter in the second innings.
However, Bangladesh’s established batters had already left him with too much responsibility.
Bangladesh’s Second-Innings Collapse: The Defining Turning Point
The biggest question surrounding Bangladesh’s defeat is not why West Indies chased 170 so quickly.
It is why Bangladesh, after earning a first-innings lead, could not establish a substantially more difficult target.
The home side’s collapse unfolded in several stages.
| Score | What Happened | Effect on Match |
|---|---|---|
| 1/1 | Tanzid Hasan dismissed for a duck | Bangladesh lose an opener immediately |
| 28/1 | Shadman and Shanto briefly steady the innings | Opportunity to rebuild |
| 35/5 | Four wickets fall for seven runs | Control shifts sharply to West Indies |
| 53/6 | Mehidy Hasan Miraz dismissed | Bangladesh’s recognized batting resources nearly exhausted |
| 79/6, stumps Day 3 | Jaker and Nayeem resist | Only a 106-run overall lead |
| 142 all out | Nayeem scores 52 before falling | West Indies need just 170 |
Bangladesh’s top six scored only 49 runs between them in the second innings. Nayeem alone made 52.
That comparison highlights the central problem: the hosts required their lower order to repair a collapse that should have been prevented by the specialist batters.
It also exposed the limitations of relying on home conditions.
Bangladesh selected a spin-heavy attack, presumably believing the Mirpur surface would offer a decisive advantage as the match progressed. Yet West Indies’ spinners exploited those conditions more effectively in Bangladesh’s second innings, while their batters handled the chase aggressively.
The result raises a broader selection and tactical question: should Bangladesh prioritize additional batting security when their attack already includes several specialist spin options?
That question resembles the batting-depth concerns explored in TSE’s statistical comparison of international middle-order performances, although the demands of Test and ODI cricket differ considerably.
How the Match Changed Across Four Days
The scoreboard at the close of each day reveals how West Indies gradually converted Bangladesh’s advantage into a winning position.
| Day | Close-of-Play Position | Match Situation | Key Development |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 28 | Bangladesh 213/3 | Bangladesh building a platform | Shadman Islam 99* |
| October 29 | West Indies 134/4 | Bangladesh still ahead after scoring 272 | Chanderpaul 43*, Greaves 15* |
| October 30 | Bangladesh 79/6 | Bangladesh lead by only 106 | Chase and Warrican wreck the middle order |
| October 31 | West Indies 170/2 | West Indies win by eight wickets | King 81*, Campbell 49 |
The third day was the decisive turning point.
Bangladesh had secured a 27-run first-innings lead after Nayeem’s four-wicket spell. Yet the hosts lost six wickets for 79 in the second innings before the day ended.
That collapse meant West Indies did not need an extraordinary fourth-innings performance. They needed an organized chase, and King supplied precisely that.
What This Victory Means for the ICC World Test Championship
West Indies collected 12 World Test Championship points, while Bangladesh received none from the defeat.
Bangladesh’s loss also affected their position in the 2025-27 championship standings. According to the ICC’s October 31 update, Bangladesh dropped to fifth with a points percentage of 47.62, while India moved into fourth on 51.52.
For West Indies, the victory offered more than a series advantage.
It demonstrated that the team could win away from home by combining effective spin bowling, lower-order resistance and aggressive batting in a chase.
Bangladesh, meanwhile, face the challenge of recovering quickly before the second Test.
The official ICC World Test Championship standings provide the competition’s current points system and rankings.
Joshua Bishop’s Test Debut Adds Another Positive for West Indies
Joshua Bishop made his Test debut and claimed two wickets in Bangladesh’s first innings, including centurion Shadman Islam and Towhid Hridoy.
Although Warrican and Chase dominated the bowling figures, Bishop’s contribution provided additional evidence that West Indies possessed multiple spin options suited to the conditions.
That variety could be important as the series moves to Sylhet.
Five Decisions That Could Decide the Second Test
The second and final Test begins in Sylhet on November 5, giving both teams a limited opportunity to adjust.
1. Can Bangladesh Protect Its Top Order?
Bangladesh cannot afford another collapse similar to 35/5. Their experienced batters must absorb pressure before asking the lower order to contribute.
2. Will West Indies Retain Their Spin-Heavy Approach?
Warrican and Chase accounted for most of the wickets in Mirpur. West Indies must assess whether Sylhet offers similar assistance before deciding how aggressively to deploy spin.
3. Can Brandon King Sustain His Fourth-Innings Confidence?
King’s unbeaten 81 showed that disciplined aggression could overcome difficult batting conditions. Bangladesh must develop a more effective plan for restricting his scoring opportunities.
4. How Important Will Bangladesh’s Concussion Replacement Be?
Jaker Ali replaced Mominul Haque as a concussion substitute during Bangladesh’s second innings in Mirpur. Bangladesh will need to assess availability and batting balance before selecting their side for Sylhet.
5. Can Bangladesh Avoid Allowing One Bad Session to Decide the Match?
The Mirpur Test demonstrated how quickly a slender advantage can disappear. Bangladesh need partnerships that last through difficult spells, particularly when facing Warrican and Chase.
The ICC’s official match report confirms the series moves to Sylhet on November 5.
The Bigger Picture: Why This Was an Important Win for Test Cricket
West Indies’ victory was built on several complementary performances rather than one isolated moment.
Warrican gave the visitors control of the bowling contest. Chase prevented Bangladesh from building a decisive lead and then destroyed their second innings. King and Campbell removed the possibility of a nervous chase.
For Bangladesh, the defeat illustrates a familiar danger in Test cricket: winning one phase does not guarantee winning the match.
The home side produced a century, claimed a first-innings lead and received a spirited all-round performance from Nayeem Hasan. But they could not turn those achievements into sustained control.
That difference between individual excellence and collective consistency applies across international cricket, including the debate over how national teams structure their competitive calendars. TSE examined that wider issue in its report on whether tri-nation tournaments can restore meaningful context to ODI cricket.
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Who won Bangladesh vs West Indies first Test in 2026?
West Indies defeated Bangladesh by eight wickets in Mirpur on October 31, 2026, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series.
Who was Player of the Match?
Jomel Warrican was named Player of the Match for taking nine wickets, including 5/53 in the first innings and 4/63 in the second.
How many runs did Brandon King score?
Brandon King remained unbeaten on 81 from 115 balls, helping West Indies chase 170 in 35.1 overs.
How many wickets did Roston Chase take?
Roston Chase claimed five wickets for 36 runs in Bangladesh’s second innings. He also scored 43 not out in West Indies’ first innings.
Who scored Bangladesh’s only century?
Shadman Islam scored 105 from 234 deliveries in Bangladesh’s first innings.
Who was Bangladesh’s best all-round performer?
Nayeem Hasan took 4/33 in West Indies’ first innings and scored 52 in Bangladesh’s second innings.
How many World Test Championship points did West Indies earn?
West Indies earned 12 points for winning the Test.
When is the second Test?
The second Test between Bangladesh and West Indies begins on November 5, 2026, in Sylhet.
The Sports Encounter Verdict: West Indies Won the Sessions That Mattered Most
Bangladesh began the match with a strong batting platform, earned a narrow first-innings lead and possessed enough bowling resources to challenge a fourth-innings chase.
But West Indies controlled the moments that ultimately decided the result.
Warrican’s nine wickets ensured Bangladesh could never fully escape pressure. Chase’s five-wicket haul destroyed their second innings. King’s unbeaten 81 completed the transformation from a 27-run deficit to an eight-wicket victory.
Bangladesh’s second-innings collapse remains the defining failure. Their top six managed only 49 runs, while Nayeem Hasan was left to produce the most substantial resistance from the lower order.
The lesson for Sylhet is straightforward: Bangladesh must bat longer and protect their wickets through difficult periods. West Indies, meanwhile, have found a successful combination of patient bowling, aggressive batting and effective captaincy.
The visitors now have a chance to complete a series sweep. Bangladesh have one match to prevent it.
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