Match: 3rd ODI (Day/Night) – West Indies Tour of Bangladesh
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM Local (7:30 AM GMT, 1:00 PM IST)
Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
Series: Currently tied 1-1
Toss: Not yet known
What Happened So Far?
This series has been a thriller! Bangladesh won the first match by 74 runs after bowling out West Indies for just 133. But West Indies fought back in the second game, winning by one run in a Super Over after both teams scored 213 runs. Now everything comes down to this final match.
The pitches in Mirpur have been very tough for batting. In two matches, both teams have struggled to score quickly. Spinners have dominated the game completely. In fact, West Indies created history in the second ODI by bowling all 50 overs with only spin bowlers!
Expected Playing XIs
Bangladesh (Likely XI)
Source: ESPNcricinfo match preview, published 11 hours ago
- Soumya Sarkar
- Saif Hassan
- Najmul Hossain Shanto
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mahidul Islam Ankon
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Captain)
- Nurul Hasan (Wicketkeeper)
- Rishad Hossain
- Nasum Ahmed
- Tanvir Islam
- Mustafizur Rahman
Possible changes: Bangladesh might bring in Tanzid Hasan, Jaker Ali, or Shamim Hossain to strengthen their batting.
West Indies (Likely XI)
Source: ESPNcricinfo match preview, published 11 hours ago
- Brandon King
- Alick Athanaze
- Keacy Carty
- Shai Hope (Captain & Wicketkeeper)
- Ackeem Auguste
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Roston Chase
- Gudakesh Motie
- Justin Greaves
- Akeal Hosein
- Khary Pierre
Possible changes: Amir Jangoo could replace someone in the top six if West Indies want fresh legs.
Note: These lineups are based on expert predictions from ESPNcricinfo. Official playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.
Pitch Report & Weather Forecast
Pitch Conditions
The Mirpur pitch has been extremely difficult for batting in this series. The surface has an unusually dark color and offers plenty of help to spin bowlers. Batters have found it hard to score freely, with both teams managing only around 200 runs per innings.
Key pitch points:
- Spinners will dominate the match
- Very slow surface with low bounce
- Run-scoring is difficult
- Singles will be crucial
- Average score: Around 210-220 runs
Source: ESPNcricinfo match reports
Weather
Dry weather is expected for the match. No rain interruptions are forecast, so we should get a full 50-over game.
Source: ESPNcricinfo preview
Players to Watch
Batters
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Why Watch? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope | West Indies | 53* in 2nd ODI | Led West Indies to Super Over win with a fighting fifty. Excellent player of spin |
| Towhid Hridoy | Bangladesh | 9 matches, 348 runs | Bangladesh’s most reliable middle-order bat. Has experience of these conditions |
| Keacy Carty | West Indies | 10 matches, 504 runs, avg 50.40 | Rock-solid at number three. Rarely fails when set |
| Soumya Sarkar | Bangladesh | 45 in 2nd ODI | Showed patience and fight on tough pitch. Needs a big score |
Bowlers
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Why Watch? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rishad Hossain | Bangladesh | 6/35 in 1st ODI, 39* with bat in 2nd ODI | All-rounder who can win games with ball and bat. Dangerous leg-spinner |
| Akeal Hosein | West Indies | 2 wickets in 2nd ODI | Just flew in but immediately made impact. Economical left-arm spinner |
| Tanvir Islam | Bangladesh | 7 matches, 12 wickets | Experienced left-arm spinner who knows these conditions well |
| Roston Chase | West Indies | 10 matches, 9 wickets | Off-spinner who can bowl long spells and bat well at number seven |
Statistics source: ESPN match details page
What to Expect
This match will be won by the team that plays spin better. Both sides have struggled with the bat, so patience and smart singles will be key. Don’t expect big scores – anything above 200 could be match-winning.
Bangladesh have the home advantage and know these conditions well. Their spinners – Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Nasum Ahmed, and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz – form a strong attack.
But West Indies have shown they can adapt. They boldly used only spinners for all 50 overs in the second ODI and nearly won in regular time. Captain Shai Hope has been in great form and knows how to handle pressure.
The team that bats first and scores 210-220 runs will be in a strong position. Batting second might be easier if dew comes in during the evening, but spinners will still be very effective.
Match Prediction
This is a 50-50 game, but Bangladesh might have a slight edge because:
- They are playing at home
- Their spinners know the conditions better
- The pitch traditionally helps home teams at Mirpur
However, West Indies have the momentum after winning the second ODI. If their batters can show the same belief they displayed in the Super Over, they can definitely win.
Our Prediction: Close match, but Bangladesh to win by a small margin.
Where to Watch
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV
- Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean
- India & Subcontinent: FanCode App
- Pakistan: PTV Sports & Tamasha App
- Live Updates: Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, ICC Official Site
Broadcast details source: Cricket Times
Final Thoughts
This series decider promises to be an exciting battle between bat and ball – or more accurately, between bat and spin! Both teams have quality players who can turn the match in their favor. Expect a low-scoring thriller where every run matters.
The team that handles pressure better and adapts to the challenging pitch conditions will lift the series trophy. Don’t miss this nail-biting finish!
Disclaimer: Playing XIs are predictions based on recent team selections and expert analysis. Actual lineups will be confirmed at the toss. All statistics are accurate as of October 23, 2025.
Sources:
- ESPNcricinfo match previews and reports
- Cricket Times series information
- CricTracker match predictions
- ESPN match statistics