West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2020/21
Simmons - As coach, you want people to fight for their positions
"You want people to know that they have to perform because others are waiting to come in if they don't," says coach
April 10, 2024
Kraigg Brathwaite toasts 'amazing achievement' by West Indies: 'The future is bright'
"This was among my top career achievements. I enjoyed every moment just being around this team"
April 11, 2024
BCB chief Nazmul Hassan slams Mominul Haque and Russell Domingo after West Indies series defeat
Board chief upset at not being able to dictate team decisions during series
April 09, 2024
West Indies find subcontinent weapon in Rahkeem Cornwall
His accuracy, calm head and ability to bowl long makes the offspinning allrounder invaluable to the side
April 19, 2024
Bangladesh fall 17 short as West Indies seal 2-0 win
The Mirpur pitch started taking more turn and also offered some movement to seam on the morning of day four
April 18, 2024
Soft dismissals evoke the old days of Bangladesh cricket
Mushfiqur and Liton were set at the crease when they played iffy shots to get themselves out and give West Indies the advantage
April 14, 2024
Rahkeem Cornwall: 'I fed off the extra bounce in Dhaka'
"The plan was to keep things simple, be patient and put the balls in the right area"
April 09, 2024
Mehidy Hasan Miraz becomes fastest Bangladesh bowler to 100 Test wickets
Becomes fourth Bangladeshi to the mark after Mohammad Rafique, Shakib Al Hasan and Taijul Islam
April 18, 2024
West Indies stretch lead despite wobble after Rahkeem Cornwall five-for
Mushfiqur Rahim fell reverse sweeping for 54; Bangladesh 228 runs behind at lunch on third day
April 18, 2024
Joshua Da Silva, the glue that has kept West Indies together
During the course of the series, Da Silva has been part of many crucial partnerships to help West Indies out of the woods
April 19, 2024
Tamim Iqbal: We are in this position because of our errors
Opener says the pitch holds no demons and it's batting mistakes that have put Bangladesh in a spot
April 14, 2024
Shannon Gabriel leads charge in Bangladesh's top-order collapse
Mehidy Hasan one strike away from becoming fourth Bangladesh bowler with 100 Test victims
April 09, 2024
Flawed teams with much at stake make for intriguing day's play
Both Bangladesh and West Indies had their moments in Dhaka, but neither team has pulled away just yet
April 09, 2024
Nkrumah Bonner: 'We get paid to make runs and to be consistent. That's exactly what I am trying to do'
Bonner, who scored his second successive half-century, says West Indies are eyeing 350-plus in the first innings
April 09, 2024
Nkrumah Bonner's 74* leads West Indies' fightback on a slow day
Bangladesh brought in Mohammad Mithun, Soumya Sarkar and Abu Jayed among the three changes
April 17, 2024
Kraigg Brathwaite hopes West Indies don't get 'carried away' in Dhaka after Chattogram success
Bangladesh captain Mominul Haque, meanwhile, admits "we have never faced such a situation," as they fight to level the series
April 09, 2024
Selection puzzles for Bangladesh as they look to strike back after Chattogram battering
Shakib Al Hasan and Shadman Islam are out with injuries, while West Indies have no injury concerns
April 09, 2024
Phil Simmons: 'Have to make sure we don't go backwards again'
After historic victory, West Indies coach says he's "tired of these one wins and then struggling for the next three or four games"
April 13, 2024
Soumya Sarkar replaces injured Shakib Al Hasan for second West Indies Test
The allrounder had hurt his left thigh during the first Test, which Bangladesh lost by three wickets
April 09, 2024
West Indies heroes credit Clive Lloyd's 'inspirational' letter for Chattogram heist
"It was full of confidence for the guys who were coming on tour," says captain Kraigg Brathwaite
April 12, 2024
Mayers' knock brings father Shirley Clarke to tears
CWI arranged for Clarke to congratulate his son in a Zoom call ahead of the post-match press conference
April 13, 2024
History-making Mayers looking for more and more glory
"I don't want to be a one-hit wonder, I want to be successful and consistent for the duration of my career"
April 10, 2024
At no point did I think we would lose the game - Mominul Haque
Bangladesh captain rues absence of Shakib, concedes spinners could have bowled better lengths
April 11, 2024
Bangladesh vs West Indies, 1st Test, Chattogram, 5th day
'One of the most significant achievements in the history of West Indies cricket'
Twitter was buzzing after West Indies' stunning victory over Bangladesh
April 14, 2024
Stats: Kyle Mayers bags the highest fourth-innings score in Asia
ESPNcricinfo brings you all the records that Mayers and West Indies broke during their historic chase
April 19, 2024
Kyle Mayers: 'I hope this inspires all youngsters to work hard'
"We never gave up. We always said in the dressing room that we need to keep fighting."
April 09, 2024
A bolt from the blue - Kyle Mayers takes Test cricket by storm
Three years ago, he was caught in a hurricane. Now, he has played a hurricane of a knock. Just who is this guy? Read on to find out
April 09, 2024
Kyle Mayers 210*, Nkrumah Bonner 86 script West Indies' historic chase
The two debutants extended their stand to 138 in a wicketless first session
April 19, 2024
Mominul Haque cements Test standing, one record at a time
His 10th Test ton took him past Tamim Iqbal for most centuries by a Bangladesh batsman
April 19, 2024
Mehidy Hasan Miraz's three-for keeps Bangladesh in front as West Indies chase 395
Resuming on 47 for 3, they lost just one wicket in the session and went into the lunch break with a lead of 320
April 19, 2024
'Very disappointed' Jermaine Blackwood aims to convert more half-centuries into centuries
He said West Indies are confident of chasing down a decent total with "hungry" batsmen in their line-up
April 19, 2024
Taijul Islam: I had a bad first session, but we recovered well later
Bangladesh left-arm spinner suggests long break away from the game may have messed with their rhythms
April 11, 2024
Spinners hand Bangladesh the advantage despite late squeeze by West Indies
Nayeem and Miraz removed Brathwaite and Mayers respectively as West Indies slumped to 189 for 5 at lunch
April 19, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan being 'treated and reviewed' for fresh injury in his left thigh
It remains unclear if it is the recurrence of the same groin niggle he suffered in the third ODI
April 09, 2024
Mehidy Hasan Miraz makes the step in a time of plenty for Bangladesh
The offspinner followed his success with the ball in the ODIs against West Indies with his maiden Test century
April 17, 2024
How Tamim, Mushfiqur and Shakib helped Mehidy make his first Test century
"I realise now that if I work hard enough, I can establish myself as an allrounder" says Miraz
April 19, 2024
Mehidy Hasan Miraz's hundred and Mustafizur Rahman's strikes make it Bangladesh's day
A 67-run stand for the seventh wicket between Shakib and Mehidy took Bangladesh past 300 on the second morning
April 19, 2024
Warrican's discipline gives West Indies hope
There is still a lot of cricket left to play but the left-arm spinner has done well to put his team in a decent position
April 20, 2024
Bangladesh fight back in final session after Jomel Warrican three-for puts West Indies in front
Mustafizur Rahman is the lone seamer for Bangaladesh
April 09, 2024
Kraigg Brathwaite backs batsmen against spin-heavy attack
West Indies looking to draw motivation from 2018 series loss in Bangladesh
April 19, 2024
Mominul Haque's chance to carve his captaincy legacy
Having a full-strength squad at his disposal for the first time should help
April 19, 2024
Out of Test rhythm, but Bangladesh still hold all the aces against weakened West Indies
Shakib Al Hasan's return lends balance to the hosts, who haven't played Test cricket in almost a year
April 19, 2024
Tamim's opening partner still a riddle, but Domingo clear about bowling attack
Shadman Islam and Saif Hassan are Bangladesh's options for the vacant opening spot
April 17, 2024
Da Silva, Reifer knocks headline West Indians' effort on last day in draw
Mukidul Islam took four wickets while Khaled Ahmed picked up a three-for for the hosts, in Chattogram
April 19, 2024
Nkrumah Bonner, John Campbell hit half-centuries after Rahkeem Cornwall five-for
Jomel Warrican also picked up three wickets for the visitors to help bundle the BCB XI for 160
April 19, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan fit and back in Bangladesh's Test squad
The allrounder had suffered a groin injury during the third ODI on January 25
April 19, 2024
Brathwaite makes 85 but West Indians falter against spin
From 110 for 1, they slipped to 131 for 5 as the middle-order collapsed
April 19, 2024
'Mental work' and Kohli's advice - what helped Jermaine Blackwood on his comeback trail
West Indies' top run-getter in their last two Test series believes he has a similar batting style to that of Rishabh Pant
April 19, 2024
ICC ODI rankings: Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan, Paul Stirling move up
Tamim Iqbal, Mahmudullah and Mushfiqur Rahim also gained after Bangladesh's sweep of West Indies
April 19, 2024
Kemar Roach draws up plans for West Indies' pacers ahead of Bangladesh Tests
Says tips to be gained from having watched Alzarri Joseph bowl in the ODIs
April 15, 2024
Phil Simmons: West Indies 'need to play spin better'
Their head coach underlined that his side needed to show more 'character, heart, determination' in the future
April 19, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan's groin injury a potential worry ahead of Test series
The allrounder has said it will take another 24 hours before he knows the full extent of the injury
April 09, 2024
Tamim Iqbal's patience a key ingredient in Bangladesh's success
He often bats within himself nowadays, but he plays that role for a specific reason and does it brilliantly
April 18, 2024
Richard Illingworth to become first neutral umpire in Test cricket since Covid-19 pandemic
Bangladesh doesn't have an Elite Panel umpire, forcing the ICC to make the appointment
April 19, 2024
Mohammad Saifuddin, batsmen help Bangladesh sweep series
The hosts have rested Hasan Mahmud and Rubel Hossain
April 12, 2024
West Indies eye ODI Super League points despite losing series
Bangladesh could try some players ahead of the more challenging white-ball assignments in New Zealand in March
April 19, 2024
Bangladesh unlikely to make major changes despite dead rubber - Nazmul Hassan
Given the ODI Super League points on offer, the home team does not want to take any chances
April 09, 2024
Stop-gap West Indies highlight pandemic dilemma
More teams will be faced with first-choice players pulling out, and it could result in further lopsided contests
April 19, 2024
Mehidy Hasan and Tamim Iqbal move Bangladesh into 2-0 lead
Kjorn Ottley came in place of Chemar Holder
April 19, 2024
Alzarri Joseph: West Indies 'have to play harder, dig deeper'
Fast bowler realises that both he and his team needs to take more responsibility with the bat
April 09, 2024
Bangladesh remain favourites against inexperienced West Indies
Phil Simmons and Jason Mohammed will hope for promise to turn into fight in the second ODI
April 09, 2024
Jason Mohammed: 'We have to give ourselves a little bit more time' in the middle overs
Captain, however, was pleased with debutant offspinner Akeal Hosein, who claimed 3 for 26
April 19, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan's 'hunger and desire' fetches immediate success
Returns from his ban in style
April 19, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan's 4 for 8 leads Bangladesh to comfortable win in first ODI against West Indies
Overcast conditions primary reason for Bangladesh to field first, says Iqbal
April 19, 2024
Jason Mohammed seeks inspiration from India's Gabba win
Mohammed feels West Indies have put in the right kind of preparation for the series
April 19, 2024
Tamim Iqbal - 'My style of captaincy will grow with time'
New ODI captain wants Bangladesh to qualify directly to 2023 World Cup
April 19, 2024
All eyes on Shakib Al Hasan's return as Bangladesh, West Indies begin ODI Super League campaign
Inexperienced West Indies will have atleast six debutants in the first ODI
April 19, 2024
Bangladesh confirm DRS availability despite technician difficulties
Henry Ellison is currently in quarantine, but the BCB is confident he can work the system remotely if needed
April 19, 2024
Shakib back to middle order, new role for Soumya during West Indies ODIs
Coach Domingo also looking at building competent pace battery with New Zealand tour in mind
April 19, 2024
Phil Simmons' top priority: Don't take the qualifier route to the 2023 World Cup
West Indies' ODIs against Bangladesh the first for either side in the ICC Super League
April 19, 2024
Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan warm up with fifties in practice match
Tamim Iqbal XI beat Mahmudullah XI by eight wickets in second practice match ahead of West Indies ODIs
April 19, 2024
Shoriful Islam's Bangladesh call-up causes much delight but little surprise
His coaches say his potential had been evident from a very young age
April 15, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan named in Bangladesh squad for West Indies ODIs
Shoriful Islam and Hasan Mahmud are the new faces in the 18-man party for the three games
April 16, 2024
Hayden Walsh ruled out of Bangladesh ODI series after testing positive for Covid-19
CWI says the legspinner has had no contact with the other squad members
April 09, 2024
Hasan Mahmud, Mahmudullah impress in inter-squad practice game
Mahmudullah XI claim victory in 40-over-per-side game against Tamim Iqbal XI
April 09, 2024
Captain Jason Mohammed eyes long-term West Indies berth
Mohammed has captained West Indies in similar circumstances before, when a number of players pulled out of touring Pakistan
April 09, 2024
Clive Lloyd to West Indies: 'A perfect opportunity to prove you're not second-class cricketers'
Former captain scripts open letter to the team in Bangladesh, urging the inexperienced players to believe in themselves
April 10, 2024
Kraigg Brathwaite and Co ready with 'specific plans' to counter Bangladesh spinners
The Test captain says they reviewed their 2018 defeat in Bangladesh to find out where they could improve
April 15, 2024
Phil Simmons calls on West Indies' 'hunger and enthusiasm' to trump 'clear favourites' Bangladesh
Says left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein and legspinner Hayden Walsh among West Indians to watch out for in the ODI series
April 15, 2024
Bangladesh Cricket Board makes extensive bio-bubble plans as West Indies land in Dhaka
West Indies players will be allowed to train after a series of Covid-19 tests and three days of isolation in the hotel
April 15, 2024