Bangladesh vs West Indies Prediction, 1st ODI – Who will win today’s match between BAN vs WI?

The Shai Hope-led West Indies (WI) will be up against Mehidy Hasan Miraz's Bangladesh (BAN) for the upcoming first ODI of the three-match series on Saturday, October 18 at the Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.

The hosts Bangladesh haven't had a great time ODIs of late, as they lost to Afghanistan by a shambolic 3-0 margin. Their recent series clean sweep reflects the side they are in one-day cricket, as they fared poorly in the Champions Trophy 2025 as well. Mehidy will look to bring his men in union to put up a favourable performance in Dhaka in the next game.

The West Indies are the visiting side and already have a lower morale ahead of the Saturday's contest, as they recently faced a whitewash against the Indian team in a two-match Test series. However, in the white-ball leg in Bangladesh, the two-time champions will be more than pumped up to confirm their qualification for the next ODI World Cup, to be held in Africa in 2027.

BAN vs WI — Match Details

Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka — Pitch Report

The Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka has been a happy-hunting ground for batters. Teams batting first at this venue have enjoyed the majority of the success in One-Day Internationals. In games where the first inning's total was 300 or above, teams have won on 13 out of the 15 occasions, strongly indicating the number to be a winning total for the upcoming game as well. The outfield here is quick and dew may come into play in the fourth quarter of the match.

BAN vs WI — Head-to-Head Records in ODIs

BAN vs WI — Probable Playing 11s

Bangladesh

Najmul Hossain Shanto, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Shamim Hossain, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik (wicketkeeper), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (captain), Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Shakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed

West Indies

Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Brandon King, Keacy Carty, Alick Athanaze, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Justin Greaves, Jediah Blades

BAN vs WI — Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter — Shai Hope

Shai Hope, also the captain for the visiting West Indian side, is in great form of late. In the New Delhi Test against India, he made a crucial century, which helped his side set a target after following on. Once a terrific batter in 50-over format, he will be gunning to get back into the rhythm with a successful outing in the Dhaka encounter. As the leader of the pack, he will be having an added responsibility on his shoulders.

Probable Best Bowler — Mehidy Hasan Miraz

Hope's opposition counterpart, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, is expected to be a crucial man with the ball in his hand on Saturday. His orthodox off-spin can deceive the batters, not allowing them to settle on the crease for long. He is also the strike bowler for the Bangla Tigers, taking wickets for fun. His 10-over spell can decide the fate of the upcoming contest, making him a bowler to watch out for.

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.