In a remarkable display of spin bowling, the West Indies made history on October 21 by becoming the first full-member nation to bowl 50 overs of spin in a One Day International (ODI) match against Bangladesh. This unprecedented event took place at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka, during the second ODI of the series.
Historical Spin Bowling Performance
Under the leadership of skipper Shai Hope, the West Indies utilized five spinners to dominate the match. Each bowler completed their full quota of 10 overs on a pitch that posed challenges due to cracks.
Bowler Highlights
Among the standout performers was Gudakesh Motie, who took three wickets for 65 runs in 10 overs. His efficiency was notable, as the other spinners, Akeal Hosein and Alick Athanaze, also contributed significantly by dismissing two Bangladeshi batters each.
| Player |
Wickets |
Runs Conceded |
| Gudakesh Motie |
3 |
65 |
| Akeal Hosein |
2 |
Not specified |
| Alick Athanaze |
2 |
14 |
Batting Insights from Bangladesh
On the Bangladesh side, opener Soumya Sarkar emerged as the top scorer for his team. He faced 89 balls, scoring 45 runs, while Rishad Hossain made a quickfire 39 runs off just 14 balls, indicating a desperate need for aggression in a must-win match for the West Indies.
Upcoming Challenges for West Indies
As they pursue victory in this match, the West Indies need to overcome the pressure after a 74-run defeat in the first ODI. The outcome of this encounter could significantly impact the team’s morale and performance in future matches.
With this spin-centric strategy, the West Indies are reshaping their approach to ODI cricket, proving that innovation can lead to historic achievements.