West Indies pulled off a stunning comeback to beat Bangladesh by one run in a Super Over after the second ODI ended in a dramatic tie at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Captain Shai Hope’s unbeaten 53 off 67 balls was the backbone of West Indies’ chase as both teams finished on 213 in their 50 overs. In the Super Over, West Indies scored 10 runs before Akeal Hosein defended the total, restricting Bangladesh to just 9 runs despite bowling wides and no-balls. The thrilling victory leveled the three-match series at 1-1.
Sources: ESPNcricinfo Match Report, SportsCafe Match Coverage
Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 213/7 | 50 | 7 wickets | Match Tied |
| West Indies | 213/9 | 50 | 9 wickets | Match Tied |
| Super Over | ||||
| West Indies | 10/1 | 1 | 1 wicket | Won |
| Bangladesh | 9/1 | 1 | 1 wicket | Lost |
Final Result: West Indies won the Super Over by 1 run
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope | West Indies | Batsman/Captain | 53* (67 balls, 4 fours) – Player of the Match |
| Soumya Sarkar | Bangladesh | Batsman | 45 (89 balls, 3 fours, 1 six) |
| Rishad Hossain | Bangladesh | Bowler/Batsman | 39* (14 balls) & 3/42 (10 overs) |
| Gudakesh Motie | West Indies | Bowler | 3/65 (10 overs) |
| Keacy Carty | West Indies | Batsman | 35 (59 balls, 2 fours, 1 six) |
| Akeal Hosein | West Indies | Bowler | 2/41 & won Super Over |
Sources: ESPNcricinfo Full Scorecard
Key Moments
- Historic Spin Strategy: West Indies became the first team in ODI history to bowl all 50 overs with spinners only, using five spin options and never bringing on their lone seamer Justin Greaves.
- Bangladesh’s Collapse: After choosing to bat first, Bangladesh stumbled to 41/2 in the first powerplay as Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie struck early.
- Rishad’s Explosive Cameo: Coming in at 163/7, Rishad Hossain smashed an unbeaten 39 off just 14 balls (strike rate 278.57) with 3 sixes and 3 fours, adding 50 runs with captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the 8th wicket.
- Hope’s Rescue Act: West Indies slipped to 133/7 but captain Shai Hope held firm, scoring the only half-century of the match to take his team to a tie.
- Brandon King’s Golden Duck: West Indies’ chase got off to the worst possible start when Brandon King was dismissed for 0 off the third ball by Nasum Ahmed.
- Super Over Drama: West Indies scored 10 runs with Hope hitting a boundary off the last ball. Mustafizur Rahman then defended, with Akeal Hosein keeping Bangladesh to 9 runs despite extras.
- Bangladesh’s First Tie: This was Bangladesh’s first tied match in their 813-match history across all men’s international cricket formats.
Match Analysis
The match showcased the unpredictable nature of cricket on slow, turning pitches. West Indies’ decision to deploy five spinners and bowl all 50 overs without pace proved revolutionary – breaking Sri Lanka’s previous record of 44 spin overs in an ODI. On a challenging Mirpur surface, both teams struggled to score freely, with the run rate hovering around 4.26 throughout both innings.
Bangladesh appeared to have a competitive total after Rishad Hossain’s late fireworks, but Hope’s calm leadership under pressure guided West Indies to safety. The captain’s ability to rotate strike and find boundaries at crucial moments proved decisive. For Bangladesh, Rishad Hossain impressed with both bat and ball, picking up 3 wickets while his explosive batting gave the hosts a fighting chance.
The Super Over encapsulated the tension of the entire match. Despite extras from Hosein, his variations and control prevented Bangladesh from getting the boundary they desperately needed. The victory was a massive confidence booster for West Indies after their 74-run defeat in the opening ODI.
What’s Next
The series now moves to a decider with both teams locked at 1-1. The third and final ODI will be played at the same venue in Mirpur on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Bangladesh will be eager to bounce back and claim the series at home, while West Indies will aim to carry their momentum forward and secure a series win on Asian soil.
After the ODI series concludes, both teams will shift focus to the three-match T20I series beginning in Chattogram on October 27, 2025.
Match Details:
- Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
- Toss: Bangladesh elected to bat first
- Umpires: Chris Gaffaney (NZ), Tanvir Ahmed (BAN)
- TV Umpire: Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND)
- Match Referee: Dean Cosker (ENG)
- Player of the Match: Shai Hope (West Indies)
Primary Sources:
- ESPNcricinfo – Match Report & Full Scorecard (https://www.espncricinfo.com/)
- India TV News – Historic Spin Bowling Record
- SportsCafe – Match Coverage & Analysis