The rivalry between the Bangladesh National Cricket Team and the West Indies Cricket Team reflects a contest between a developing cricket nation and a historically dominant force. West Indies, known for its legendary players, has a rich history, while Bangladesh has steadily grown into a competitive side. Matches between these teams have produced surprising results, especially in limited-overs cricket. This timeline highlights their journey, focusing on key matches, evolving competition, and important milestones.
Recent: Bangladesh vs West Indies Cricket Team
Tournament
Venue
Date
Toss
Bangladesh Score
West Indies Score
Result
Series
Player of the Match
Bilateral T20I
Bir Shrestho FL Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram
Oct 31, 2025
Bangladesh (bat)
151 (20 ov)
152/5 (16.5 ov)
West Indies won by 5 wkts
West Indies tour of Bangladesh T20I
Roston Chase (WI)
Bilateral T20I
Bir Shrestho FL Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram
Oct 29, 2025
West Indies (bat)
135/8 (20 ov)
149/9 (20 ov)
West Indies won by 14 runs
West Indies tour of Bangladesh T20I
Romario Shepherd (WI)
Bilateral T20I
Bir Shrestho FL Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram
Oct 27, 2025
West Indies (bat)
149 (19.4 ov)
165/3 (20 ov)
West Indies won by 16 runs
West Indies tour of Bangladesh T20I
Rovman Powell (WI)
Bilateral ODI
Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
Oct 23, 2025
Bangladesh (bat)
296/8 (50 ov)
117 (30.1 ov)
Bangladesh won by 179 runs
West Indies tour of Bangladesh ODI
Soumya Sarkar (BAN)
Bilateral ODI
Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
Oct 21, 2025
Bangladesh (bat)
213/7 (50 ov)
213/9 (50 ov)
Tied (WI won Super Over)
West Indies tour of Bangladesh ODI
Shai Hope (WI)
Bilateral ODI
Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
Oct 18, 2025
West Indies (field)
207 (49.4 ov)
133 (39 ov)
Bangladesh won by 74 runs
West Indies tour of Bangladesh ODI
Rishad Hossain (BAN)
Bilateral T20I
Arnos Vale Stadium, Kingstown
Dec 19, 2024
Bangladesh (bat)
189/7 (20 ov)
109 (16.4 ov)
Bangladesh won by 80 runs
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
Jaker Ali (BAN)
Bilateral T20I
Arnos Vale Stadium, Kingstown
Dec 17, 2024
West Indies (field)
129/7 (20 ov)
102 (18.3 ov)
Bangladesh won by 27 runs
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
Shamim Hossain (BAN)
Bilateral T20I
Arnos Vale Stadium, Kingstown
Dec 15, 2024
West Indies (field)
147/6 (20 ov)
140 (19.5 ov)
Bangladesh won by 7 runs
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
Mahedi Hasan (BAN)
Bilateral T20I
Providence Stadium, Guyana
Jul 7, 2022
Bangladesh (bat)
163/5 (20 ov)
169/5 (18.2 ov)
West Indies won by 5 wkts
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
Nicholas Pooran (WI)
Bilateral T20I
Windsor Park, Dominica
Jul 3, 2022
West Indies (bat)
158/6 (20 ov)
193/5 (20 ov)
West Indies won by 35 runs
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
Rovman Powell (WI)
Bilateral T20I
Windsor Park, Dominica
Jul 2, 2022
West Indies (field)
105/8 (13 ov)
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No Result
Bangladesh tour of West Indies T20I
–
Bilateral ODI
Providence Stadium, Guyana
Jul 16, 2022
Bangladesh (field)
179/6 (48.3 ov)
178 (48.4 ov)
Bangladesh won by 4 wkts
Bangladesh tour of West Indies ODI
Taijul Islam (BAN)
Bilateral ODI
Providence Stadium, Guyana
Jul 13, 2022
Bangladesh (field)
112/1 (20.4 ov)
108 (35 ov)
Bangladesh won by 9 wkts
Bangladesh tour of West Indies ODI
Nasum Ahmed (BAN)
Bilateral ODI
Providence Stadium, Guyana
Jul 10, 2022
Bangladesh (field)
151/4 (31.5 ov)
149/9 (41 ov)
Bangladesh won by 6 wkts
Bangladesh tour of West Indies ODI
Mehidy Hasan (BAN)
Head-to-Head Summary Table
Format
Matches Played
West Indies Won
Bangladesh Won
Draws/No Result/Tied
Key Highlights
Tests
22
15
5
2 Draws
WI unbeaten until BAN’s breakthrough wins in 2009 & 2024/25
ODIs
~49–51
24–25
21–23
2–3 No Result/Tied
Neck-and-neck lately; BAN’s 179-run thrashing in 2025 stands out
T20Is
21
11
8
2 No Result
Close battles; BAN’s 3-0 sweep in 2024, WI’s hat-trick heroics in 2025
Overall
~92–94
~50–51
~34–36
~6–7
WI historical edge, but BAN’s white-ball resurgence making it exciting!
Top 5 Standout Performances Table
Rank
Match/Date
Player & Team
Performance Details
Impact / Why Standout
1
3rd T20I, Chattogram, Oct 31, 2025
Romario Shepherd (WI)
Hat-trick in death overs + key wickets
Sealed WI’s T20I series win; rare hat-trick vs BAN
2
3rd ODI, Mirpur, Oct 23, 2025
Soumya Sarkar (BAN)
Explosive knock (high score) + Player of the Match in 179-run rout
Demolished WI batting; BAN’s biggest margin win in series
3
2nd ODI, Mirpur, Oct 21, 2025
Shai Hope (WI)
Unbeaten 53* in super-over thriller + POTM
Guided WI to dramatic super-over victory after tie
All-time BAN leader; clutch in chases & big innings
Top Run Scorer (WI)
Rovman Powell
WI
280+ runs (explosive T20/ODI)
Power-hitter; consistent match-winner in recent T20s
Top Run Scorer (BAN)
Tamim Iqbal / Litton Das
BAN
250–300+ runs
Openers who set aggressive tones; Tamim’s legacy, Litton’s flair
Top Wicket-Taker
Shakib Al Hasan
BAN
High wickets (spin king in ODIs/T20s)
Dominant all-rounder; turns games with bat & ball
Top Wicket-Taker (WI)
Kemar Roach / Jason Holder
WI
50–60+ in Tests; pace threats
Test destroyers; Holder’s all-round impact
Modern Star (BAN)
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
BAN
20+ wickets in recent ODIs/T20s
Economical spinner; key in white-ball wins
Modern Star (WI)
Romario Shepherd
WI
Hat-trick + death bowling heroics
Emerging death specialist; 2025 series standout
Early Encounters and Dominance (1999–2005)
The rivalry began when Bangladesh entered international cricket. The West Indies Cricket Team dominated early matches due to its experience. Bangladesh struggled initially but gained valuable exposure. These matches helped Bangladesh build its cricketing foundation and improve performance over time.
Year
Format
Venue
Winner
1999
ODI
England
West Indies
2002
Test
West Indies
West Indies
2003
World Cup
ODI
West Indies
2005
ODI
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s First Major Wins (2006–2010)
Between 2006 and 2010, Bangladesh began achieving significant victories. The Bangladesh National Cricket Team improved its batting and bowling, allowing it to challenge West Indies. This period marked a turning point, as Bangladesh proved its ability to compete at the international level.
Year
Event
Format
Winner
2007
World Cup
ODI
Bangladesh
2009
Test Series
Test
Bangladesh
2010
ODI Series
ODI
Bangladesh
2010
T20
T20
West Indies
Competitive Bilateral Series (2011–2015)
This era saw balanced contests between the two teams. Matches became more competitive, with both teams winning important games. Bangladesh showed consistency, while West Indies relied on power-hitting and experience.
Year
Series
Format
Winner
2012
ODI Series
ODI
West Indies
2014
Test Series
Test
Draw
2014
ODI Series
ODI
Bangladesh
2015
T20
T20
West Indies
T20 Era and Aggressive Cricket (2016–2019)
The rise of T20 cricket added excitement to the rivalry. Both teams adopted aggressive strategies, leading to high-scoring matches. West Indies’ power hitters and Bangladesh’s improving bowling created thrilling contests.
Year
Tournament
Format
Winner
2016
T20 World Cup
T20
West Indies
2018
T20 Series
T20
Bangladesh
2019
ODI Series
ODI
Bangladesh
2019
World Cup
ODI
West Indies
Modern Rivalry and Close Matches (2020–2025)
In recent years, the rivalry has become more balanced. Bangladesh has improved consistency, while West Indies continues to rely on explosive performances. Matches are closely contested, making the rivalry more exciting.
Year
Series
Venue
Winner
2021
ODI Series
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
2022
T20 Series
West Indies
West Indies
2023
ODI Series
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
2024
Bilateral Series
West Indies
Draw
Team Strengths and Playing Styles
The Bangladesh National Cricket Team focuses on spin bowling and disciplined batting, while the West Indies Cricket Team relies on power-hitting and pace bowling. These contrasting styles make matches engaging and unpredictable.
Aspect
Bangladesh
West Indies
Impact
Batting
Technical
Aggressive
Balanced
Bowling
Spin
Pace
Variety
Fielding
Improving
Athletic
Competitive
Experience
Growing
High
Learning
Conclusion
The Bangladesh vs West Indies rivalry reflects growth, competition, and changing dynamics in cricket. From early dominance by West Indies to Bangladesh’s rise as a competitive team, the rivalry has evolved significantly. Fans can expect more exciting matches as both teams continue to develop and adapt to modern cricket.
