Bangladesh suffered defeat in the third and final T20I against the West Indies at Chattogram’s Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, completing a series whitewash at home for the first time in four years. The last time Bangladesh faced such humiliation on home soil was against Pakistan in 2021.
After winning the toss and opting to bat, Bangladesh managed only 151 runs, losing all 10 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Tamim Iqbal Hasan was the lone standout with a blistering 89 off 51 balls, while Saif Hassan added 23 runs. The rest of the batting lineup failed to reach double figures.
For the West Indies, Romario Shepherd was the most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets. Khary Pierre and Jason Holder claimed 2 wickets each, and Akil Hossain and Roston Chase picked up 1 wicket apiece.
Chasing the target, the West Indies had a shaky start, losing 3 wickets for 52 runs in 7.3 overs. However, a crucial fourth-wicket partnership between Roston Chase and Akim Auguste added 91 runs, putting them firmly in control of the match.
Chase scored 50 off 29 balls and Auguste made 50 off 25 balls before both were dismissed. Captain Rovman Powell and Muti saw the team home, securing victory in 16.5 overs with 5 wickets in hand.
For Bangladesh, Rishad Hossain took 3 wickets, while Mehedi Hasan and Nasum Ahmed took 1 each.
Match Summary:
Bangladesh – 151/10 (20 overs)
West Indies – 152/5 (16.5 overs)
West Indies won by 5 wickets (Series 3–0)
This defeat has dealt a significant blow to Bangladesh’s T20 confidence, especially with a home series whitewash drawing criticism from fans and analysts alike.
